Pessoa
AO
Close Contact Saddles
Manufacturer: Pessoa
Model: AO
Category: Close Contact Saddles
Purchase: I bought mine last year on ebay- slightly used to show equitation and hunters for $1000. It was Made in England.
Likes: I have a Harry Dabbs. The Pessoa immediately improved my seat and leg. I felt more secure over fences. The leather is butter soft and grippy. My riding improved as soon as I rode in this saddle. The balance is perfect for hunt seat riding!
Dislikes: The leather is discolored from sweat and rain drops, despite cleaning it. I didn't purchase new since I felt $1700 was too much for a saddle now made in Argentina.
Quality: Good leather and dye. Soft and supple, grippy. I wish it hadn't stained from the sweat and rain.
Summary: If you ride hunters/equitation and want the "look" for the shows and position to win, this saddle is it.
Rating: 4
Author: Kim
Date: 2006-10-07
Usefulness Rating: 3.18182 out of 5.
22 reader(s) voted.
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