The JC Higgins583. Is a High Standard. If it was manufactured after 1968, the serial number should be on the side of the receiver. If it was made before 1968, it may not have a serial number. Kieffer saddles and tack are made by Kieffer of Germany by Master Craftsman. KiefferUSA.com is an independent company and is not in any way owned, or operated by Kieffer of Germany. This is an example of a newer saddle made in 2006 we see on the second line. So we know where to start now. The first 4 numbers are the serial number, the 5th number which is an '8' is the seat color or Apache distressed, the 6th and 7th number indicate the tree size so 50=15' seat, the 8th number = saddle color so '0' = Dark antique oil, the 9th and 10th number indicate the tree size which is.

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Saddle tree 'Exclusive' with integrated gullet plate

This advancement in the field of saddle trees increases safety as well as riding comfort particularly in the seat region.

Gullet plate and stirrup bar form a unification made of high-quality steel which is inset in the upper area of the saddle tree. This system exclusively
patented by Kieffer, leads the stirrup bar closer to the saddle tree – the result is a narrower pommel and more seating comfort in the front part of the saddle.

With its integrated gullet plate, the saddle tree model 'Exclusive' greatly facilitates adjustment of the saddle tree to the horseback – for example when purchasing a new saddle or as required due to muscular or nutritional changes of the animal. In order to fit the saddle tree, the saddle is simply mounted onto the Kieffer alteration bench and adjusted by cold processing to make it either narrower or wider.

Another advantage of this construction is that an escape of the stirrup bar is in actual fact impossible.

The gullet plate is located above and not below the saddle tree as is usual, consequently sharp corners can herewith be avoided. In the case of a saddle tree with a narrow set fitting for a horse with a slim body shape, the gullet plate does not deform in a V-shape but remains in a rounded shape to prevent jamming the withers.

Of particular importance is the fact, that because of the seamless connection of gullet plate and stirrup bar the pressure caused by mounting the horse is distributed evenly over the whole saddle tree – this prevents the saddle tree from deforming. A deforming of the saddle tree, occurs in many saddles over a long time period and may result in a tilting of the rider´s seat which of course would have negative consequences for the rider and the horse.

Adjustability

With its integrated gullet plate, the saddle tree model 'Exclusive' supports an easy fit for a new saddle purchase and aids adjustment of the saddle tree which may be necessary due to muscular development of the horse or a change of horse ownership. In order to fit the saddle tree, the saddle is simply mounted onto the Kieffer alteration bench and adjusted by cold processing to make it either narrower or wider.

I admire the Kieffer bridle, lovely leather, smart and a nicely padded headpiece. I’ve got a full size on my ISH and it has lots of room in it for adjustment except the noseband. The noseband fits, there’s simply no room for adjustment because it only just fits.

I like the soft padded leather and brow band has inlaid metal that is simply enough detail, and not too bling for my taste.

I disliked adding a hole for the crank noseband to fit! Plus, it comes with web reins, which I’m not a fan of. I would love to have a nice quality set of leather reins.

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Overall it’s a great quality and design, well-padded bridle, just not a perfect fit for all! It is made in Germany

Pros:

It is cheap
Quality is great
Features a padded nose and browband.
The leather smells like magic
It comes with matching webbed/leather dressage reins

Cons:

You might need to condition the bridle when you receive it. Mine was somewhat dry

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Quality:

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For the price I paid, you’d sure be getting amazing value.

This bridle quality is of great German quality. It has a padded browband and noseband. It boasts if removable flash and has stainless steel keepers/buckles. Even so the leather was dry when I received it. I do own the Diana dressage bridle that I bought from Dover and it was soft as a baby’s bum when I received it in the mail.
All Kieffer bridles come with *reins*.

How to Perform Kieffer Saddle Serial Number Search

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Are you trying to find out how old your Kieffer saddle is?
Email Kieffer with the serial number and photos. info@kiefferusa.com or info@kieffer.net

For newer models, the first 2 digits are the year, second 2 are the month, the last number which is separate from the rest is the size, 1 for a size 1, 2 for a size 2 etc.

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In the end, the bridle from this brand is a great one and I highly recommend you buy one – for comfort, security and sturdiness.