Leather Girths

A leather girth uses traditional leather construction throughout - leather body, leather elastic chassis, leather buckle billets - rather than synthetic or sheepskin alternatives. Leather girths are the traditional choice for showing, hunting and any context where appearance matters alongside function.

Use a leather girth for showing, hunters, hunting, and any context where the smart traditional appearance is important. Leather girths last longer than synthetic if cared for properly, but require regular conditioning to stay supple.

CWD FlexMotion (jumping and belly guard), Belly Guard Girth (with and without removable wool lining), and the Sport Color FlexMotion variants. All hand-built in Nontron with French leather. For Butet leather options, see the brand collection.

Standard girth sizing applies. Leather girths typically come in 1cm or 2cm increments. Allow extra room for the leather to soften and stretch slightly with use over time.

Wipe after every ride to clear sweat. Clean weekly with a mild saddle soap and condition with a quality leather balm. The buckle billets are a stress point - inspect regularly for wear and replace before failure.

A well-cared-for CWD or Butet leather girth typically lasts 5-10 years of regular use. Care habits make a real difference - neglected leather girths fail in 2-3 years; well-conditioned ones last decades.