At a glance
How to read- Identity
- Confirmed
- Level
- Advertised 1.10m / Verified 1.10m
- Price
- Ask $55,000 / Market $57,715–$80,122 · worth a call
What to do next
Worth a call to your trainer
Looks like a deal. Nothing major flagged — still confirm in person before you buy.
- Send this report to your trainer and ask whether it is worth a call or trial.
- If your trainer says yes, schedule a trial and book a pre-purchase exam with your own vet.
- Do not skip a pre-purchase exam — public records cannot check soundness.
Polka VD Watermolen — Horse Scouts buyer research USEF #6104146 · JUST ONE x TESSA · 6yo Level: ad 1.10m · records ~1.10m Price: Sale: $55,000 · Looks like a deal Identity: High confidence Report: https://horsescouts.pro/r/polka-vd-watermolen?detail=full
Is the price fair?
Looks like a dealSale: $55,000 · fair $57,715–$80,122
Currently for sale
$47,250–$95,750
Asking prices of 24 comparable listings (context, not value)
Estimated market range
$49,140–$99,580
Adjusted for this horse's record (+4% vs. band)
| Performance vs. level & win rate | -3% | No verified level in public records — wider uncertainty |
|---|---|---|
| Open/unrestricted only | -3% | No junior/amateur/pony mileage — narrower amateur resale market |
| Big-field results | +2% | 1 win(s) in fields of 12+ (median field 6) |
| Open specialist record | -1% | Primarily unrestricted/open classes; limited restricted mileage |
| Age / runway | +6% | Developing (6–9) — long competitive runway + resale optionality |
| US-ready + show mileage | +3% | Already stateside with USEF record — no import, campaign now |
Estimated market range weights the horse's show record, rideability, age, and typical ask-to-sale gap. Decision aid for how this price compares to similar horses — not a certified appraisal.
Asking price
$55,000
Ask vs similar listings: -21% vs segment median $70,000 (n=24).
Compared to similar horses for sale, the price looks undervalued. That is about $12,900 below the middle of our fair range.
The asking price usually does not include: PPE / vetting, shipping, sales commission (if you use an agent).
Similar listings in this band
- La Rock RC — $70,000 · 3'6" or 1.05, 1.10m
- Olemack — $60,000 · 3'6" or 1.05, 1.10m
- Kegs — $23,000 · 3'6" or 1.05, 1.10m
No verified level in public records — wider uncertainty
Market context
Priced from: BIGEQ (24)
- 8 similar listings in our sample.
- Asking prices run $23,000–$98,000.
- Our fair-range midpoint for this horse is $67,900.
Before you call the seller
Three questions to start — open Full research for contact info and the full checklist.
- Book a pre-purchase exam (PPE) with a vet you choose before you buy.
- Ask about past injuries, surgeries, or ongoing maintenance the vet should know about.
- Why is the horse for sale, and can you ride or trial the horse in person before you commit?
Does the ad check out?
ConsistentWhat the seller advertised matches what we found in public records. Still verify in person with your trainer and vet.
| What the ad says | Public records | Our read |
|---|---|---|
| USEF #6104146 | Same horse in USEF | Checks out |
| Sire: Just One | JUST ONE | Checks out |
| Dam: TESSA | TESSA | Checks out |
| Jumps 1.10m | Show record ~1.10m | Checks out |
| Asking Sale: $55,000 | Similar horses $57,715–$80,122 | Looks like a deal |
Is this the right horse?
High confidenceUSEF #6104146 and pedigree match the ad · chip …298314. Confirm microchip and papers match the horse you inspect.
- Born
- 1 Jan 2020
- Age
- 6 years old · USEF foal date
- Breed
- KWPN
- Color
- Bay
- Sex
- Gelding
- Sire
- JUST ONE
- Dam
- TESSA
- U.S. registry #
- 6104146
- Microchip
- 528210006298314
International record (FEI)
cross ref sire JUST ONE · dam TESSA · up to 1.10m claimed · verify on data.fei.org
Video
How long can you ride this horse?
This horse is 6 years old. If sound, you might get about 6–10 more years of useful jumping at this level.
Based on age band (Developing (6–9)). Useful-years estimates follow FEI show-jumping age profiles: peak performance commonly occurs around ages 10–15, with many Grand Prix horses active into the mid-teens and beyond when sound. At 6, the horse is still in a developing window — PPE findings should be weighed against upside to the stated level. [5][6]
Vet & pre-purchase exam
Sport-horse literature treats a pre-purchase exam (PPE) as a risk assessment — not pass/fail. Radiographic findings are common in sound jumpers and must be read in context of age, intended use, current performance, and price [1][2].
Before you buy, book an independent sport-horse vet you choose. Share this report so the exam can target gaps between seller claims and public records.
- Baseline PPE: soundness exam, flexions, and imaging scoped to price point and intended use [4].
- At this age, expect minimal degenerative change on imaging — clean hocks, minimal fetlock or navicular remodeling.
- Findings that warrant extra scrutiny: significant osteoarthritis, advanced remodeling, or chronic soft-tissue injury.
- Literature supports interpreting mild isolated radiographic changes cautiously when the horse is currently sound and performing.
- Ask for injury history, surgeries, joint maintenance, and any prior vet records the seller can share.
About 57% of prepurchase exams document at least one potentially prejudicial finding — presence alone does not predict future unsoundness [2]. Mild gait asymmetry is also common and may not correlate with clinical lameness [3].
Sources for vet & age guidance
- van Hoogmoed & Snyder (1999). van Hoogmoed LM, Snyder JR. Prepurchase Examination of Jumpers and Dressage Horses. AAEP Proceedings, 1999.
- Equine Veterinary Journal (2024). Equine Veterinary Journal. "Prejudicial Findings During Prepurchase Examinations," 2024.
- University of Utrecht (2022). University of Utrecht. Movement Asymmetries in Horses Presented for PPE and Lameness Evaluation, 2022.
- Merck Veterinary Manual. Merck Veterinary Manual. Prepurchase Examination of Horses.
- FEI Facts and Figures (2020). FEI Annual Report 2020 — average registered horse age 9.85 years; Jumping athlete demographics and age distribution.
- FEI / Bristol University longevity research. FEI Sports Forum (2026) — ongoing FEI–Bristol research on career longevity, competition intensity, and retirement factors in Jumping horses.
Horse Scouts summarizes published sport-horse veterinary literature for informational purposes only. It is not veterinary, legal, or financial advice and creates no legally binding obligation. Consult your own veterinarian before any purchase decision. See our Terms of Service.
Show record
Prize money
USEF prize money on file
Last competition
710 - 1.0m Jumper ll · Placed DNP
Usage rate
22 starts, active 4 of the last 12 months
Class context
Shown in open/unrestricted classes only (professionals may ride; not proof of pro rider)
Field size
Median field 6 · 1 top-third finishes in fields of 12+
Eliminations / retirements
1 EL, 0 RET across 22 starts (5%)
Current level
Consistent at career high
Teacher / progression
Primarily unrestricted/open classes; limited restricted mileage
German national record (equi-score)
skipped No equi-score URL and no European show footprint to search on.
German and Austrian national shows (Kl. E/A/L/M/S) often do not appear on FEI or USEF. Paste an equi-score class result URL when you submit research to target a specific show.
- 22 USEF class starts · 7 wins (32% win rate) · heights: 1, 1.1m · sire JUST ONE
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U.S. record (USEF)
confirmed 22 USEF class starts · 7 wins (32% win rate) · heights: 1, 1.1m · sire JUST ONE
Last competed: Jul 19, 2026
| Date | Class | Placing | Rider |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 19, 2026 | 1m · 710 - 1.0m Jumper ll | DNP | AUTUMN BELANGER |
| Jul 19, 2026 | 1.10m · CHCH27 - Young Jumper 1.10m Championship | 2 | AUTUMN BELANGER |
| Jul 19, 2026 | 1.15m · 850 - Young Jumper 1.10 m | 2 | AUTUMN BELANGER |
| Jul 19, 2026 | 1.15m · 851 - Young Jumper 1.10 m | 2 | AUTUMN BELANGER |
| Jul 19, 2026 | 1.15m · 852 - Young Jumper 1.10 m | 1 | AUTUMN BELANGER |
| Jun 28, 2026 | 1m · 1097 - 1.00M JUMPER, TABLE II | 4 | AUTUMN BELANGER |
Ask the seller
Full question checklist
This report summarizes public records only. Always verify answers with the seller, your trainer, and your vet before you buy.
What the seller says Unverified seller copy
Level advertised: 1.10m · Ask: $55,000 · Caldwell, Idaho, United States
Seller statements are unverified until USEF, video, and your own inspection back them up.
Similar horses for sale 8 listings
Comparable listings span $23,000–$98,000 — price reflects age, show record, bloodlines, and seller positioning, not jump height alone.
| Horse | Age | Price | Level | Days listed | Win rate | Listing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Rock RC | 7 | $70,000 | 3'6" or 1.05, 1.10m | 198 days | — | View |
| Olemack | 8 | $60,000 | 3'6" or 1.05, 1.10m | 155 days | — | View |
| Kegs | 6 | $23,000 | 3'6" or 1.05, 1.10m | 33 days | — | View |
| CMS Soul Speak | 8 | $65,000 | 3'6" or 1.05, 1.10m | 26 days | — | View |
| phenomenal | 6 | $30,000 | 3'9" or 1.15m | 7 days | — | View |
| Corsar | 5 | $28,000 | 3'6" or 1.05, 1.10m | 70 days | — | View |
| Sunny | 8 | $70,000 | 3'6" or 1.05, 1.10m | 55 days | — | View |
| Curbside | 6 | $98,000 | 3'6" or 1.05, 1.10m | 70 days | — | View |
What we could not verify1 gap
Use these if your trainer wants detail — not a reason to panic on their own.
- High ask with limited public show record — verify level and miles before trusting the price.
Sources & import costs
Where we looked
| Source | Status | Notes | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. show registry (USEF) | confirmed | 22 USEF class starts · 7 wins (32% win rate) · heights: 1, 1.1m · sire JUST ONE | Open |
| International registry (FEI) | cross_ref | sire JUST ONE · dam TESSA · up to 1.10m claimed · verify on data.fei.org | Open |
| Pedigree (HorseTelex) | no_match | USEF sire/dam on file but no pedigree row scored ≥ 10 | Open |
| German national results (equi-score) | skipped | No equi-score URL and no European show footprint to search on. | — |
| Show video (ClipMyHorse) | needs_review | ClipMyHorse: 8 profiles — Sire/dam on file but no candidate scored high enough | Open |
| Original listing | confirmed | Open |
Import costs & logistics
U.S. show jumping relies heavily on imported European warmbloods (KWPN, BWP, Holsteiner, Oldenburg, Selle Français, and others). The listing price is often only part of the investment — veterinary, transport, quarantine, customs, and insurance can add roughly 10–30% or more to landed cost [3].
Estimate for this horse
This listing appears to be in the U.S. — no international import is required for domestic delivery. If you source from Europe instead, use the categories and illustrative totals below as a planning guide.
Typical cost categories
| Category | Typical range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-purchase exam (PPE) | $1,000–$3,500+ | Independent vet exam before purchase — not part of shipping but essential risk management. |
| Export testing & documentation | $500–$3,000 | Health certificates, blood tests, and government export paperwork (varies by origin country). |
| International air transport | $10,000–$25,000+ | Largest logistics cost — shared vs. private stall, route, and season affect pricing. |
| Quarantine & federal inspection | $1,000–$5,000+ | USDA port inspection and quarantine length depend on origin disease status (often 3–7 days for EU geldings). |
| Customs & import brokerage | $500–$2,000 | Specialized equine brokers coordinate USDA, customs entry, and airport logistics. |
| Ground transportation | $500–$3,000+ | Seller to export airport, then U.S. arrival port to your barn. |
| Mortality / transit insurance | 1–4% of value / yr | Many buyers insure during transport; annual mortality often scales with horse value. |
Illustrative landed totals
Planning bands — actual costs vary by origin, sex (CEM rules for mares/stallions), route, and broker.
| Purchase price | Typical import stack | Est. landed cost |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $12,000–$20,000 | $62,000–$70,000 |
| $100,000 | $12,000–$25,000 | $112,000–$125,000 |
| $250,000 | $15,000–$35,000 | $265,000–$285,000 |
Evaluate landed cost, not purchase price alone, when comparing to U.S. comps or judging resale potential. Ask the seller for export readiness, quarantine port, and who coordinates USDA paperwork.
Sources for import & logistics
- USDA APHIS. USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service. Importing live equines — permits, port inspection, and quarantine requirements.
- US Equestrian. USEF. International travel for horses — health documents, quarantine ports, and planning timelines.
- Aguilera (2020). Aguilera M. Global Horse Trade in the United States: 1981–2013. Society and Animals — documents the shift to European sport-horse imports in U.S. jumping.
- Kingston Stables. Kingston Stables. EU→U.S. all-in shipping guide (flight, papers, USDA quarantine) — industry planning benchmark.
Comparable metrics
Market sample: 24 similar listings · median $70,000 · interquartile $47,250–$95,750.
Comparable listings by marketplace: BIGEQ (24) · catalog 2026-10-26.
Stated level 1.1m vs verified 1.1m in public records.
Comparable listings average $55,500 vs asking $55,000.
Report date: 2026-11-03. Pricing uses BIGEQ (24) listings (catalog: BIGEQ · 2026-10-26 · HJx · 2026-10-26 · ProEquest · 2026-08-10).
Automated buyer research from public records — not a pre-purchase exam, veterinary opinion, or guarantee of seller claims. Verify identity, price, and soundness with your team before you buy.