The stallion
Few stallions carry a pedigree like Comme Il Faut's — his dam, Ratina Z, is one of the greatest jumping mares in the sport's history. He backed the pedigree up in the ring with grand prix wins at the top level, and his offspring have made him one of Germany's most in-demand jumping sires of the modern era.
What the line passes on
Comme Il Faut stock is prized above all for carefulness: these are horses that hate to touch a fence, usually with quick, correct technique and a rideable frame. They often combine that carefulness with intelligence and a professional attitude to work. For riders and producers targeting classes where clear rounds are currency, the line's appeal is obvious.
Buying a horse from this line
Careful lines demand confident production — a horse that hates touching poles must learn that mistakes are safe, or carefulness can tip into caution. Ask how the horse has been produced, not just what it is by. At Horses Smith every horse is produced in-house, so when we offer a Comme Il Faut-line horse we can show you exactly how it has been educated, step by step.
Frequently asked questions
What makes Comme Il Faut's pedigree special?
He is by Cornet Obolensky out of Ratina Z, one of the greatest jumping mares of all time — sport-proven blood on both sides.
What are Comme Il Faut offspring known for?
Exceptional carefulness and quick, correct technique — horses that want to jump clear rounds, with intelligence to match.
Can Horses Smith find me a Comme Il Faut offspring?
Yes. We can source Comme Il Faut-line horses and, crucially, tell you honestly how each one has been produced and what ride it gives.
Looking for a Comme Il Faut offspring?
Horses Smith sources and produces showjumping horses from proven bloodlines across the UK and Europe. Tell us your brief and we'll search honestly — the individual horse first, the papers second.