Product Description
Black Leather Reins by Vespucci
Black leather reins with grip stops by Vespucci. Top quality performance at a fair price. These make for perfect dressage reins. Soft with a smooth, tight grain unlike a lot of black leather. Very supple from the beginning, but not so much that they are undesirably floppy. You will love the feel of the leather itself, but you’ll also love the way they work when you’re riding with them. The leather hand stops begin approximately 21″ from the bit and there are 5 on each rein, spaced 5″ apart.
Specifics:
- Designed for dressage but can be used for anything
- High-quality supple leather in black
- 3/4″ wide x 54″ long
- Leather hand stops every 5″
- Hook and stud closures at the bit end, buckle at your hand
Vespucci products are consistently great quality and will last you a very long time if cared for properly. It is not uncommon for people in the US to oil new leather strap goods before use. Over oiling or soaking in oil is not needed and may produce a negative result. Considering the hide is already of a very high quality, it makes for strong, tight grain leather with good moisture content. The leather is further tanned with fats and greases which results in a product you can use right out of the box.
These black leather reins are also “dyed through”, meaning the hide is colored all the way through. If you’ve ever had dye bleed off your leather it’s because it was a color finish on the leather instead of a thorough dye. Vespucci recommends Amerigo Natural Leather Care products as long as regular cleaning. After a ride, simply wipe your dressage reins down with a damp cloth and then go over them with glycerin or a mild conditioner. Be careful not to use too much water on your leather goods.
