Leather Saddle and Tack Repair Commission

We are looking for an experienced leatherworker or saddler to repair and restore a well-used English-style riding saddle along with a matching set of leather tack, including a bridle, reins, and two billet straps. The saddle has several issues that need addressing: the stitching along the flap edges and knee rolls has come loose in multiple places and needs to be re-stitched by hand using saddle-stitch technique with waxed thread, matching the original spacing and needle holes wherever possible. The billet straps are cracked near the buckle holes and should be replaced entirely with new leather of matching weight and color, cut and punched to the original pattern. The bridle's cheekpieces show dry, brittle leather that needs deep conditioning and possibly partial replacement of the worn sections near the buckles. One rein has a torn keeper loop that needs re-stitching or replacement. Before any conditioning work begins, please assess the panel flocking under the saddle for lumps or unevenness that could affect the horse's comfort and fit, and note any recommendations separately even if flocking adjustment is outside the scope of this repair. All hardware (buckles, dees, and conchos) should be inspected and cleaned or replaced if pitted or bent. We would like the leather cleaned and conditioned with a quality leather balm suited for tack, not general furniture products, to preserve flexibility without over-softening structural areas. Please provide a brief written assessment of overall saddle tree condition as part of the estimate, since safety is our top priority for daily riding use. Turnaround should be reasonable given the amount of hand-stitching involved, and we would appreciate photos of progress at key stages: after old stitching removal, after new billet fitting, and after final conditioning. Experience with English or hybrid saddle construction is preferred, and please share examples of prior stitching or restoration work.