Well finally got round to fitting my new Brooks B17 Special that santa gave me
It certainly looks the business. Adds about 200grms over stock but I think it is worth it. I smothered top and bottom with proofide and left it over night before buffing the top. I could tell it had softened up a little afterwards. Just been out for a four mile ride and so far so good. I found I slipped back and forward on it a little but overall it felt ok especially if I put my weight on the back part of the saddle.
Hopefully my daily five mile each way commute will break it in with not too much pain.
Regards
Jerry