There are many items that are considered as equestrian horse tack, including the breastplates, bridle, girth, halter, harnesses, lead ropes, martingale, saddle pad, and stirrup.  Yet, the saddle probably is the largest and most expensive tack investment you will have. 

 
Buying a used dressage saddle will greatly lessen the amount you will have to spend and should usually allow you to have a better quality piece than you could most likely manage if you were limited to buying only new items. There are nonetheless, things you should keep in mind if you are going this route.

Prepare. Choose in advance the make and model names of the saddle you would like to get.  Check forums and blogs for the opinions of others who have or have had the make and model saddle you are interested in. Talk to friends and associates who might know something about the saddles you like.  Its not possible to be sure you’re making the best saddle choice, but by discussing the one you have chosen with those who have owned them in the past you will have a better idea. 

Get the facts and figures you need. Once you start your search, you will want to find out the age, condition, flap length, seat size, tree size, and any other unusual features about the saddles you discover. If a seller does not provide these facts, move on to another saddle.  If you are buying online, you will want pictures of the saddle from all possible viewpoint.

Compare pricing. There are lots of saddles offered for purchase. The seller needs buyers more than the customers needs any one seller.  So the burden should be on the seller to deliver the facts you need to make your choice and to have his saddle priced competitively. If you are bidding online for a saddle, make sure the seller has a rating of 98-99% and has a number of past auctions.

If you are looking for used equestrian horse tack visit http://www.equestrian-accessories.com/.