Tucker Biothane Montreal Breast Collar vs Tucker Montreal Breast Collar

What separates them

Price history

• Tucker Biothane Montreal Breast Collar: lowest $86.95 on Nov 1 at Golden Horseshoe Equestrian.
• Tucker Montreal Breast Collar: lowest $159.99 on Nov 1 at Jopps Tack.

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Questions and answers

Which is better for wet climates?

The Biothane Montreal. It is waterproof and resists mold and mildew, while the leather collar needs drying and conditioning after every soaking.

Which lasts longer?

The leather Montreal has double and stitched construction, which spreads load and resists stretching. BioThane is tough and will not rot, but its strap is single-layer, so the leather build is the more durable one on paper.

Does the Biothane come in Cob or Large Horse?

No. It is listed in Horse size only. The leather Montreal comes in Cob, Horse and Large Horse, with shoulder-to-center measurements of 20, 22 and 24 inches.

Is the leather version worth the extra care?

If you want a traditional leather look and a double-stitched build, yes. If you would rather rinse your tack and hang it wet, the Biothane saves you the work.

Do both have fleece and brass hardware?

Yes. Both have a fleece-lined chest tab and brass hardware, and both are 1 inch wide.

Will either fit my Tucker saddle?

Both are Tucker breast collars, and the leather Montreal is sold to match Tucker saddle colors and hardware. Check the shoulder-to-center and center-to-girth measurements against your horse before ordering.