This Bates Caprilli offers an 18-inch seat and a changeable-gullet fitting system, providing flexibility to select a compatible gullet plate for the individual horse.  Tree currently measures 4.25" dot to dot.
 
Bates’ saddlemaking history dates to 1934, with the brand focusing on rider comfort and horse-fitting technology. The Caprilli name has appeared across several saddle configurations, making this saddle’s individual flap shape, seat profile, and panel construction important considerations when choosing its intended use.
 
The saddle carries serial number V0702705 46RC. The 46 marking confirms the 18-inch seat, while R is consistent with a regular flap.
Details
Brand: Bates
Model family: Caprilli
Seat: 18 inches / 46 cm
Flap: Regular, consistent with R marking
Fitting: Changeable gullet, as supplied
Installed gullet width: It currently measures 4.25" dot to dot
Serial: V0702705 46RC
 
The leather on this saddle is well taken care of and shows no signs of splitting.  Tree is sound.