Saddle Warranties

[NebraskaHunter]

Im looking at buying my first saddle. Been reading up on different options and am leaning toward the tethrd phantom. One thing i noticed was that they only stand behind their saddles for one year. Are there any saddles out there that have a lifetime warranty or one better than 1 year? One would think itd be better than that for the amount of money.

Any info helps. Thanks!

 

[131north]

Aside from warranty, saddles are also subject to expiration dates, just like safety harnesses. If you buy one new, care for and inspect it regularly that is not a big deal, but it might be if buying second hand.

 

[Sniper4hire]

On that note, I have two Trophy line saddles that are both over 15 years old, one right around 20 years old and both are completely functional and trustworthy. I have a couple of the newer brands, and from all indications, if cared for properly, should last at the very least, ten years, either one. Time will tell of course, but a smart company would put in place an expiration date on such a product as this regardless of how long they may really last for liability's sake, with the added benefit of setting up a replacement purchase to cash in on in the future.

 

[131north]

On that note, I have two Trophy line saddles that are both over 15 years old, one right around 20 years old and both are completely functional and trustworthy. I have a couple of the newer brands, and from all indications, if cared for properly, should last at the very least, ten years, either one. Time will tell of course, but a smart company would put in place an expiration date on such a product as this regardless of how long they may really last for liability's sake, with the added benefit of setting up a replacement purchase to cash in on in the future.

Like car seats for kids.