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Close Contact Saddle Manufacturer in India

T.M. Exports manufactures close contact saddles for equestrian brands, wholesalers, distributors and retailers since 1989. The range covers 11 English close contact saddles in brown, tan, black and two-tone brown and black, every saddle made to order for OEM and private-label programmes.

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Close Contact Saddles for B2B Equestrian Brands

A close contact saddle puts the rider as near to the horse as possible, with a flat seat and minimal bulk under the leg, so the rider can feel the horse and stay balanced in jumping, equitation, hunter classes, flatwork and schooling. Our close contact manufacturing supports commercial equestrian ranges and private-label programmes worldwide. Buyers can share an existing saddle, sample, photograph or specification for review, and we develop the saddle to match. The range runs from article TM-CCS-001 to TM-CCS-011, and close contact saddles can be combined with matching saddle pads, bridles, reins, girths and boots in a single shipment. Three models in the range, TM-CCS-003, TM-CCS-004 and TM-CCS-007, come with stirrup leathers, so a brand can offer a ready-to-ride saddle straight from the box.

Featured Close Contact Saddles

Brown Close Contact Saddle TM-CCS-001 by T.M. Exports

Brown Close Contact Saddle TM-CCS-001

English close contact saddle in brown, made to buyer specification.

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Tan Leather Close Contact Saddle TM-CCS-010 by T.M. Exports

Tan Leather Close Contact Saddle TM-CCS-010

English close contact saddle in tan, made to buyer specification.

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Two-Tone English Close Contact Saddle TM-CCS-011 by T.M. Exports

Two-Tone English Close Contact Saddle TM-CCS-011

English close contact saddle in two-tone brown and black, made to buyer specification.

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Browse All Close Contact Saddles

Scroll through more of the close contact saddles range below. Every saddle is made to order in Kanpur, India, and can be customised for your brand.

Close Contact Saddle Features

Flat Close-Contact Seat

A flat seat with minimal bulk that keeps the rider close to the horse for feel and balance.

Soft Seat & Knee Pads

A soft seat and knee pads for comfort and support in jumping, equitation and flatwork.

Forward-Cut Flaps

Flaps cut forward for the shorter stirrup length of the jumping and forward seat position.

Stirrup Leathers Included

Three models, TM-CCS-003, TM-CCS-004 and TM-CCS-007, come with stirrup leathers included.

What Buyers Can Specify

Seat Sizes

Made to your size chart, from your tech pack or reference sample.

Colours

Brown, tan, black and two-tone brown and black across the range, with custom finishes on request.

Hardware

Stirrup bars, dees and fittings in stainless steel, solid brass or nickel-plated finishes.

Branding

Debossed logos, woven labels, printed branding and custom packaging.

Complete the Saddle Range

Pair close contact saddles with jumping, dressage, western and all-purpose saddles from our range, all made in the same unit and shippable together. For dedicated competition jumping saddles, see our Jumping Saddles range.

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Close Contact Saddle FAQs

What is a close contact saddle, and how is it different from a jumping saddle?
A close contact saddle is an English saddle built with as little bulk as possible between the rider and the horse, so the rider sits close to the horse and can feel its movement. It has a flat seat and a forward-cut flap, which makes it the standard saddle for jumping, equitation, hunter classes, flatwork and schooling. A jumping saddle is a type of close contact saddle, but it is cut more aggressively for competition over fences, with bigger knee blocks and a flatter, more forward seat. Our close contact range is the all-round English saddle: it works for jumping and for everyday riding, while our dedicated Jumping Saddles range is built specifically for competition jumping.
What is your minimum order quantity for close contact saddles?
The minimum order quantity is set per saddle style and depends on the design and the level of customisation, so there is no single fixed number across the range. Share your target quantity per style and colour, and the quote will confirm the MOQ for your order. If you are starting with a small trial order, say so in your enquiry and we will tell you what is possible.
What seat sizes and tree options can I order?
Seat sizes are made to your size chart, so share your size range or a reference saddle and we will develop the saddle to match. Tree width, panel flocking and gullet width are made to your specification, so the saddle can be built for the horses your customers ride. If you have a tech pack, send it with your enquiry; if not, a sample or photographs work as a starting point.
What leather and materials do you use?
The saddles are made in leather, with colours, finishes and hardware as per buyer requirement. The range covers brown, tan, black and two-tone brown and black, and custom colours and finishes can be developed on request. If your market needs a specific leather type or a synthetic option, tell us in your enquiry and we will confirm what we can make.
Can I order close contact saddles under my own brand?
Yes. Every saddle can be made under your own brand as an OEM or private-label order. That includes debossed logos, woven labels, printed branding and custom packaging. T.M. Exports has manufactured equestrian goods for brands since 1989, so your branding, labels and packing are handled as part of the order, not as an afterthought.
How does pricing work, and how do I get a quote?
There is no fixed price list because the price depends on the design, the leather and materials, the quantity and the level of customisation. To get a quote, share the saddle style or article number, your target quantity per style and colour, and your specification, tech pack, sample or photographs. Quotes are given FOB Nhava Sheva, and the quote confirms the price, the MOQ and the lead time for your order.
Can I get samples before placing a bulk order?
Yes. We develop a sample against your specification for your approval before bulk production begins. The sample lets you check the fit, the leather, the colour and the branding before you commit to a full order. Sample cost and timing depend on the design and are confirmed when you request the sample.
What is the production lead time, and can I add matching tack to the order?
Production lead time depends on the order size and how much customisation is involved, so it is confirmed on quote for each order. The usual sequence is sample approval first, then bulk production. Share your required delivery date in your enquiry and we will confirm whether it can be met. Yes, we ship worldwide from Kanpur, India, on FOB Nhava Sheva terms, and saddle orders can be combined with other goods in a single shipment. Close contact saddles can ship together with saddle pads, bridles, reins, girths, horse boots and horse rugs. Tell us your destination port and we will quote the freight with the order.

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