Loved for its striking,
sleek design
The Operetta is an award winning dressage saddle. Loved for its striking, sleek design, it delivers a dynamic ride with effortless close contact and control – giving you an outstanding performance.
Chosen by our Ambassador, blogger and influencer Elise Broche
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Mono flap design fitted as standard to offer closer contact between horse and rider. This streamlined design reduces bulk under the leg, improving feel, precision, and connection—ideal for dressage and event riders.
A Hook Bar is fitted as standard for quick and secure stirrup leather attachment. It offers a clean look and easy usability, preferred by many riders for its simplicity and reliability.
The Concealed V-Girthing System provides even distribution of pressure across the saddle, enhancing stability and improving your horse’s comfort. Ideal for sensitive horses, it minimises movement and reduces pressure points for a more secure and balanced ride.
An exterior thigh block provides superior leg support and stability, helping maintain correct leg position. Positioned outside the flap for a close, contoured fit that enhances rider security and confidence.
Introducing the Operetta Dressage Saddle
Design and fit
The mono flap, Operetta close contact Dressage saddle, offers sleek, streamlined design, packed with a range of features. The tree used for this dressage saddle gives a versatile fit as it suits a broad range of horses and riders. It is a good option for horses with medium to high withers and a slight curve to the back.
Features and benefits
- Built on a brand-new hybrid laminated beech wood tree
- Hook Bar fitted as standard
- A broad seat with a narrow feel, giving you the optimum riding position
- For close contact:
- A slim front-gusset with a medium head
- A sleek wool-flocked, mono flap that moulds to your horse
- A wide gullet gives the horse’s spine greater clearance, ensuring free movement
- Concealed V-girthing system gives you even girthing pressure to improve horses comfort
- An exterior thigh block that perfectly aligns the leg position for maximum control
- Mono flap as standard
- Available in a short (-25mm), standard or long flap (+25mm)
- Leathers available are plain full grain, genuine buffalo, bison print, memel print in black and brown (See Build My Baines for full colour options and other materials )