I love these saddles. They are great for wide bodied horses, and I don't own an arab. Just a 1600 lb thoroughbred and a round pony. I have both the buffalo leather and the french calf skin. The buffalo leather is my favorite for it's "stick" and softness. It arrived new with the leather feeling like it was already well oiled and broken in. I bought the calf skin used, but it was supple as well. They are really comfortable and fit my longer leg. My 13 yo step daughter loves the french cafe skin. It fits her well and she's still avg height for her age.