{"product_id":"mackey-classic-martingale-attachment-for-horses","title":"Mackey Classic Martingale Attachment for Horses","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMackey Classic Martingale Attachment\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Mackey Classic Martingale Attachment is a leather tack part that adds a martingale fitting to a breastplate or completes an existing martingale set-up. It is made using Classic Quality leather, finished with detailed matching stitching and shaped so it sits neatly against the horse.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIt suits riders who school, hack or jump and want a traditional leather attachment that matches the rest of their tack. Suitable for horses and ponies.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassic Quality leather\u003c\/strong\u003e for strength and everyday durability\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDetailed matching stitching\u003c\/strong\u003e for a neat, traditional finish\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShaped design\u003c\/strong\u003e that sits comfortably against the horse\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAttaches to a breastplate or martingale body\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePairs with standard brown and black leatherwork\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBest for schooling, hacking and jumping in everyday work\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMackey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMartingale attachment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClassic Quality leather\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMatching stitching, shaped\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHorses and ponies\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003cp\u003eBrowse more leatherwork in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/martingales-breastplates\"\u003emartingales and breastplates collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eTack up as normal and fit the breastplate or martingale body first.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClip or buckle the attachment to the central ring or fitting on the breastplate.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSecure the lower end to the girth as appropriate for your set-up.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdjust the length so the attachment is neither slack nor restrictive when the horse carries its head normally.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCheck every buckle, keeper and billet is fastened, then re-check the adjustment after the first few minutes of work.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClean with saddle soap after use and condition the leather to keep it supple.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does a martingale attachment do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt adds a martingale fitting to a breastplate, or completes a martingale set-up, so the strap can be connected between the breastplate and the girth or reins depending on your configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is it made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is made using Classic Quality leather with detailed matching stitching and a shaped finish.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it fit a pony as well as a horse?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe attachment is adjustable in use and suits horses and ponies. Check your existing breastplate or martingale fittings before ordering so the rings and billets match.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should the attachment be adjusted?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt should be long enough that it does not restrict the horse when it carries its head in a normal outline, but not so long that it hangs loose and risks catching.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I care for the leather?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWipe off sweat and mud after use, clean with saddle soap and apply a leather conditioner. Dry naturally away from direct heat and store in a dry tack room.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen should I replace it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInspect the stitching and the leather around the buckle holes regularly and retire the attachment if you find cracking, stretching or broken stitching.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout Mackey\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eMackey produce traditional leather tack and yard essentials for everyday riders, combining classic styling with practical, hard-wearing construction for regular use at home and away.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e {\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What does a martingale attachment do?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"It adds a martingale fitting to a breastplate, or completes a martingale set-up, so the strap can be connected between the breastplate and the girth or reins depending on your configuration.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is it made from?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"It is made using Classic Quality leather with detailed matching stitching and a shaped finish.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Will it fit a pony as well as a horse?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The attachment is adjustable in use and suits horses and ponies. 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