---
product_id: 20719619
title: "Brooks England B17 Special, Leather Bike Saddle with Hand-Hammered Copper Rivets"
brand: "brooks england"
price: "€ 299.90"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 12
category: "Brooks England"
url: https://www.desertcart.nl/products/20719619-brooks-england-b17-special-leather-bike-saddle-with-hand-hammered
store_origin: NL
region: Netherlands
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# Flagship model since 1898 Copper-plated steel rails & rivets Handmade with 100-year-old craftsmanship Brooks England B17 Special, Leather Bike Saddle with Hand-Hammered Copper Rivets

**Brand:** brooks england
**Price:** € 299.90
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚴‍♂️ Ride Legendary Comfort, Own a Century of Style

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Brooks England B17 Special, Leather Bike Saddle with Hand-Hammered Copper Rivets by brooks england
- **How much does it cost?** € 299.90 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nl](https://www.desertcart.nl/products/20719619-brooks-england-b17-special-leather-bike-saddle-with-hand-hammered)

## Best For

- brooks england enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted brooks england brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Enduring Legacy:** The iconic B17 saddle, a trusted companion for over 100 years, blending heritage with performance.
- • **Long-Distance Comfort:** Engineered for sports touring, trekking, and mountain biking with natural leather ventilation to keep you cool.
- • **Sustainable & Stylish:** Vegetable-tanned leather ages beautifully, offering a unique patina that tells your personal riding story.
- • **Premium Copper Accents:** Hand-hammered copper rivets and copper-plated rails add durability and a distinctive vintage flair.
- • **Timeless Craftsmanship:** Handmade in England using century-old traditional techniques for unmatched authenticity.

## Overview

The Brooks England B17 Special is a premium leather bike saddle handcrafted in England using traditional methods over 100 years old. Featuring copper-plated steel rails and hand-hammered copper rivets, it’s designed for long-distance cycling with natural ventilation from vegetable-tanned leather. This iconic saddle combines heritage, durability, and timeless style for discerning cyclists who value both performance and legacy.

## Description

desertcart.com : Brooks England B17 Special, Handmade Leather Bike Saddle With Hand-hammered Copper Rivets, Brown, One Size : Bike Saddles And Seats : Sports & Outdoors

Review: The quality of the saddle was very bad. - Do not buy this product. After just one year of use the saddle rail cracked. Multiple attempts to contact brooks has failed. Brooks quality is on the decline. I won't buy from them directly ever again.
Review: It’s like sitting on a 2x4 turned on edge. - I truly don’t get it. I’ve ridden bicycles my entire life and have had dozens of seats. This thing is just horrible. I have no idea how the manufacturers got so many positive reviews. Literally the only thing worse would be just sitting on the seat post without a seat. And I know, I know… you’re supposed to ride a few hundred miles to “break it in”. Honestly, who wants to ride that far in pure misery just to get to a level of comfort you can buy with any good quality normal seat? Make up your own mind, but be warned.

## Features

- HANDMADE IN ENGLAND- Manufactured using 100 year old traditional techniques and the finest vegetable tanned leather.
- FLAGSHIP MODEL-The B17 has been on the market for over 100 years, featured in the Brooks catalog as early as 1898.
- COPPER RAILS-The B17 Special features copper plated steel metalwork and matching hand hammered copper rivets.
- LONG DISTANCE MODEL- Preferred for long distance sports touring, trekking and mountain bike use.
- NATURAL VENTILATION- The pores of the vegetable tanned leather give the B17 natural ventilation, keeping you cool throughout your ride.
- Copper Steel Rail
- Weight: 540 grams
- Length 275mm Width 175mm

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B004GIXRMK |
| Best Sellers Rank | #163,616 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #331 in Bike Saddles |
| Brand | Brooks England |
| Brand Name | Brooks England |
| Color | Brown |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (410) |
| Date First Available | December 16, 2010 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00831273006167 |
| Included Components | B17 Special |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 14 x 9 x 4 inches |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 13.39 x 8.78 x 2.91 inches |
| Item Weight | 2 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Highway Two, LLC. |
| Material | Leather |
| Model Name | B17 |
| Model Year | 2013 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Outer Material | Leather |
| Package Weight | 1.05 Kilograms |
| Pad Type | Leather |
| Part Number | B211 A17205 |
| Product Dimensions | 14"L x 9"W x 4"H |
| Size | One Size |
| Sport Type | Camping & Hiking, Cycling, Outdoor Lifestyle, Training, Triathlon |
| Style | B17 Special |
| Suggested Users | unisex-adult |
| UPC | 831273006167 |
| Warranty Description | Two years from the date of purchase against defects in manufacture or materials |
| Weight Limit | 907 Grams |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Brooks England
- **Color:** Brown
- **Material:** Leather
- **Outer Material:** Leather
- **Product Dimensions:** 14"L x 9"W x 4"H

## Images

![Brooks England B17 Special, Leather Bike Saddle with Hand-Hammered Copper Rivets - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/416JBs0jhQL.jpg)
![Brooks England B17 Special, Leather Bike Saddle with Hand-Hammered Copper Rivets - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41atK1BFbZL.jpg)
![Brooks England B17 Special, Leather Bike Saddle with Hand-Hammered Copper Rivets - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41t9g7MbySL.jpg)
![Brooks England B17 Special, Leather Bike Saddle with Hand-Hammered Copper Rivets - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41vhz5pzZuL.jpg)
![Brooks England B17 Special, Leather Bike Saddle with Hand-Hammered Copper Rivets - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51e9UXmDZVL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does this come with the hardware to mount the seat to the post?**
A: No , the hardware to mount the 2 rails at the bottom of the seat to the post is a bracket which is always part of the post . This is because post sizes vary by bike and the clamp must fit onto the post before it can hold a seat by its rails on the other end. Thomson makes great seat posts and these come with the clamp.

**Q: With quite a different product seat choice how does one select the correct to purchase?**
A: If a little extra wt. is not an issue Brooks saddle are great for breathability and comfort. Must be broken, but doesn't take much and over time may need to adjust tightness. Plenty of Internet sites for more info.

**Q: Is the only difference between the Special and the Titanium the rails?  What is the actual weight difference if so?**
A: I am not sure if the titanium rails are the differentiating feature on those two Saddles. Titanium is definitely lighter than the other materials used for rails. For the average cyclist the difference in weight is probably minimal

**Q: The difference between Narrow model x Special model is only the cooper rail inlast one? Is the same stetic model?**
A: Not familiar with this product.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐ The quality of the saddle was very bad.
*by J***O on June 23, 2025*

Do not buy this product. After just one year of use the saddle rail cracked. Multiple attempts to contact brooks has failed. Brooks quality is on the decline. I won't buy from them directly ever again.

### ⭐ It’s like sitting on a 2x4 turned on edge.
*by P***Y on October 24, 2023*

I truly don’t get it. I’ve ridden bicycles my entire life and have had dozens of seats. This thing is just horrible. I have no idea how the manufacturers got so many positive reviews. Literally the only thing worse would be just sitting on the seat post without a seat. And I know, I know… you’re supposed to ride a few hundred miles to “break it in”. Honestly, who wants to ride that far in pure misery just to get to a level of comfort you can buy with any good quality normal seat? Make up your own mind, but be warned.

### ⭐ FAKE. DO NOT BUY!
*by G***E on November 10, 2022*

The description said this was supposed to be a titanium rail saddle with copper rivets but what arrived was a chromoly rails without copper rivits. Also it did not come with the proper packaging. Totally a fraud. DO NOT BUY!!!

## Frequently Bought Together

- Brooks England B17 Special, Leather Bike Saddle with Hand-Hammered Copper Rivets
- Brooks England Proofide, Bike Leather Saddle Maintenance and Care Cream, 30 ml
- Brooks England Nylon Saddle Rain Cover

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*Product available on Desertcart Netherlands*
*Store origin: NL*
*Last updated: 2026-01-26*