Naturally Timeless.Made By Hand. Shaped By You. The B15 Swallow is a faithful reproduction of a bicycle saddle originally patented by Brooks in 1937 at a time when Brooks Saddles were used by professional cyclists competing in the Tour de France. The B15 Swallow is a faithful reproduction of a bicycle saddle originally patented by Brooks in 1937 at a time when Brooks Saddles were exported to the continent for professional cyclists competing in the Tour de France and other races. Today's Swallow still bears the original patent declaration “deposé” having been registered in the Paris patent office. The timeless design of the Swallow remains virtually unchanged today and is finished with machined rivets and a chromed steel frame. Durable Vegetable Tanned Leather Only the finest premium vegetable tanned leather for strength beauty and durability. Extended 10-Year Guarantee The Brooks extended 10-year guarantee on all our leather saddles is founded on the quality and consistency of materials and the exceptional work of our craftspeople. Handcrafted Since 1866 Our workshops have been crafting Brooks iconic leather saddles for more than 150 years. Lasting Comfort and Breathability Leather is a naturally breathable material that provides a unique type of well-being. The leather top is suspended over the saddle rail to create a suspended moulded seat similar to a hammock for tailored lasting comfort. Shapes Over Time Journey after journey our leather naturally moulds to the unique shape of the rider for a more comfortable ride. TECHNICAL SPECS   L 285 x W 153 x H 62 mm Weight: 490 g FEATURES Chromed Frame Assembly Durable 5mm thick Vegetable Tanned Leather Machined rivets The iconic Brooks backplate IDEAL FOR Cycling in the city Road cycling Fast touring MATERIALS Vegetable tanned leather top Tubular steel rivets Steel rail / copper plated   RIDING POSITION   Forward riding position