Townfields Gel Bit Guards
Townfields Gel Bit Guards offer all the protection of a traditional bit guard but with a soft gel moulding round the mouth piece offering protection for the corners of the mouth. Helps to prevents pinching and rubbing and works with most type of bits. Also encourages bit to stay straight and balanced in horse's mouth, especially when turning. Soft and comfortable with less spinning round than more...
Stubben Golden Wings 4 in 1 Horse Bit
Stubben Golden Wings 4 in 1 Bit (2260) with some great features to help keep your horse happy and comfy.
No pinching, no nutcracker effect.
Protects lips 100%
Lateral guidance across a large area
Supports horse in turns
Improves acceptance and leaning on the bit particularly on the outer rein.
Sweet Copper is a solid and high quality, nickel free alloy and consists of 89% Copper
70mm ring...
Pelham Leather Roundings
Pelham Leather Roundings these are ideal to use when you only wish to use one rein instead of two. Simply bend round and attach onto your pelham therefore only needing to hold the one rein rather than two. Can be great for children too with strong ponies without the two reins to manage but gaining that extra control.
Show Jump Waterford 2 Ring
Show Jump Waterford 2 Ring the Continental Gag should be worn with 2 reins preferably; the first rein should be used on the snaffle ring, which is the first ring adjacent to the mouthpiece. When the first rein is attached to the snaffle rein it is used just like a loose ring hanging cheek bit, which uses poll pressure and lip pressure due to the sliding loose ring also applies various pressures in...
Loose Ring Waterford Bit
Loose Ring Waterford Bit can be a comfortable bit for a horse as long as the rider has sympathetic hands. The mouthpiece is made up of a series of rounded links, that is similar to a chain and can be manipulated by the horse allowing him to swallow and move his mouth freely. If the horse pulls whilst wearing the waterford, the mouthpiece is uncomfortable and usually the horse will not lean on it. The...
Full Cheek French Bit
Full Cheek French Bit this is an eggbutt sided, full ball cheek snaffle, with a double jointed mouthpiece connected by a flat plate, that removes the nutcracker action of a single joint. The eggbutt sides give a cushioned effect to the sides of the mouth prevent pinching or chaffing; while the full cheeks ensure that the mouthpiece remains central in the mouth and cannot be pulled through. They also...
Neue Schule Team Up Bit (9009)
Neue Schule Team Up Bit (9009) help develop the partnership with this gentle all purpose training bit. Ergonomically curved to encompass the tongue and align itself underneath the upper palate, giving very even gentle weight distribution. 16mm mouthpiece, 70mm ring size and Dressage Legal. The NS Team Up alleviates mouth over activity and tongue evasions therefore promoting a softer more consistent...
Hanging Cheek French Bit
Hanging Cheek French Bit uses pressure on the poll as the cheek piece has an extra ring above the snaffle ring where the bridle cheek pieces are attached to.This poll pressure encourages the horse to lower the head and come on to the bit especially useful for horses that have a high head carriage. The French link has proved one of the most popular mouthpieces; it has 2 joints, which means the pressure...
Loose Ring French Thick Bit
Loose Ring French Thick Bit is often favoured by horses as the lack of palate pressure makes the bit more comfortable and relieves pressure on the horses bars. Often wrongly mistaken for a Dr Bristol, the french link snaffle is a very kind bit, as the central plate is shaped and lies flat on the tongue passively. The loose ring french bit enhances feel and communication through the reins between horse...
Loop Ring Show Bit French Link
Loop Ring Show Bit French Link, this loop ring wilkie style french link snaffle bit is a very popular bit for ponies in need of extra brakes. The wilkie snaffle has an action similar to a continental, utilising pressure on the poll and raising the bit in the horses mouth to achieve additional control with resorting to a stronger mouthpiece. The loop ring applies this action but to a milder degree,...
Sweet Iron Tom Thumb Bit
Sweet Iron Tom Thumb Bit this is a popular bit amongst showjumpers, being similar in action to an American gag but without the action of the mouthpiece being raised up in the horses mouth. The shank of the Tom thumb bit gives leverage and encourages the horse to keep his carriage lower as well as providing brakes. The combination of sweet iron and copper makes the bit very palatable and almost all...
Dressage Eggbutt Snaffle Bit
Dressage Eggbutt Snaffle Bit this Stainless Steel small ring dressage eggbutt snaffle with single joint mouthpiece. Please note this bit can be used as a small ring eggbutt but is also a bradoon bit.
Loose Ring Magic Bit
Loose Ring Magic Bit with a Cambridge mouth snaffle, also commonly referred to as the magic bit is a bit often used on ponies. Its straight mouthpiece with a gentle port, is thin enough to allow plenty of room for the tongue and has a neat ring. The magic bit often encourages the pony to relax and accept the contact far more than a jointed bit and has gained popularity as often more control is achieved...
Shires Bit Snaps Brass
Shires Bit Snaps Brass these bit snaps attach a bit to a headcollar.
Brass plated
Sold as a pair
Eggbutt French Snaffle Bit
Eggbutt French Snaffle Bit this french link eggbutt snaffle is made from stainless steel using the investment cast, lost wax method for the highest quality finish. The french link is often confused with the Dr Bristol as both have a plate in the middle, but the french link snaffle is at the mild end of the bitting spectrum. The centre plate in a french link eggbutt is shaped and lies flat on the horses...
Neue Schule Leather Curb Strap
Neue Schule Leather Curb Strap Highest quality Sedgewick English Leather curb strap. These are fully adjustable and should be fitted onto the small top ring. The leather curb should act when the bottom cheeks have rotated backwards 45 degrees. Please note that the leather curb strap sits higher than the chin groove. These straps are also available in a pony length if required please call us to order.
Hanging Cheek Waterford Bit
Hanging Cheek Waterford Bit the Filet Baucher is also known as the Hanging Cheek, it uses pressure on the poll as the cheek piece has an extra ring above the snaffle ring where the bridle cheek pieces are attached to, this poll pressure encourages the horse to lower the head and come on to the bit especially useful for horses that have a high head carriage. This bit has a chain type mouthpiece which...
Pelham Waterford Bit
Pelham Waterford Bit the pelham uses a variety of pressures, which all in all seem to work together to prove a very useful bit. Basically the Pelham is an incorporation of the Weymouth and bradoon, and should theoretically be used with 2 reins. the first rein is attached to the snaffle rein, and the second rein attached to the ring at the bottom of the shank, when the first rein is used the Pelham...
Cheltenham Gag
Cheltenham Gag a traditional cheltenham gag, jointed mouthpiece on havana leather runner sides. The cheltenham gag has holes in the eggbutt cheeks to accept a gag cheek. The gag cheek is a type of extended cheek piece that passes through the holes in the gag bit, with a ring at the base for the reins to fasten to, as opposed to the cheek pieces attaching directly to the bit ring as usual. Gags work...
Hanging Cheek Mullen Bit
Hanging Cheek Mullen Bit this hanging cheek mullen mouth snaffle is also sometimes known as a half cheek or filet baucher snaffle bit. The cheek of a hanging cheek bit is similar to the top section of a pelham, and exerts a little poll pressure which can help reluctant horses to break at the poll and flex more readily. The mullen mouth filet baucher has a curved mouthpiece with no nutcracker action,...
Stubben Golden Wings Snaffle Horse Bit
Stubben Golden Wings (2262) Snaffle Horse Bit here are some of its great features for a comfy happy horse -
No pinching, no nutcracker effect.
Protects lips 100%
Lateral guidance across a large area
Supports horse in turns
Improves acceptance and leaning on the bit particularly on the outer rein.
Sweet Copper is a solid and high quality, nickel free alloy and consists of 89% Copper
Better...
Show Jump French Link 3 Ring Gag
3 Ring French Link Gag the Continental Gag should be worn with 2 reins preferably; the first rein should be used on the snaffle ring, which is the first ring adjacent to the mouthpiece. When the first rein is attached to the snaffle rein it is used just like a loose ring hanging cheek bit, which uses poll pressure and lip pressure due to the sliding loose ring also applies various pressures in the...
Happy Mouth Show Jump Jointed Bit 3 Ring
Happy Mouth Show Jump Jointed Bit apple scented, tough, non-toxic, flexible mouth with reinforcing stainless steel. The Continental Gag should be worn with 2 reins preferably; the first rein should be used on the snaffle ring, which is the first ring adjacent to the mouthpiece. When the first rein is attached to the snaffle rein it is used just like a loose ring hanging cheek bit, which uses poll pressure...
Loop Ring Waterford Bit
Loop Ring Waterford Bit this loop ring wilkie style waterford bit is a very popular bit for ponies in need of extra brakes. The wilkie snaffle has an action similar to a continental, utilising pressure on the poll and raising the bit in the horses mouth to achieve additional control. The loop ring applies this action but to a milder degree, and with a much neater cheek, which is why it has found such...
Full Cheek Waterford Bit
Full Cheek Waterford Bit this full cheek bit has a chain type mouthpiece which has ball shaped links linked together, the bit is floppy and mobile in everyway, it is completely movable in all directions. The Waterford mouthpiece has proved one of the most popular bits for bitting problems such as leaning, taking hold of the bit, setting the jaw etc, when the horse tries to lean or take hold of the...
Happy Mouth Loose Ring Jointed Bit
Happy Mouth Loose Ring Jointed Bit apple scented, tough, non-toxic, flexible mouth with reinforcing stainless steel. The loose rings snaffles make a more mobile bit than an eggbutt or fixed cheek bit, which should encourage your horse to keep a relaxed jaw and mouth the bit. The loose ring may be useful if your horse leans on the bit, or takes hold, as the bit is always movable so the horse cannot...
Fulmer Snaffle Bit
Fulmer Snaffle Bit a full cheek, eggbutt side plain snaffle with loose wire rings. This bit is excellent for schooling and has a nice thickness of mouth. The long cheeks prevent the bit being pulled through the mouth and the eggbutt sides protect the corners of the mouth, while the loose rings give more play to the mouth and encourages the horse to mouth and therefore keep a moist mouth that is responsive....
Eggbutt Snaffle Bit
Eggbutt Snaffle Bit is made from stainless steel using the investment cast, lost wax method for the highest quality finish. Some horses often Arab or thoroughbred type, dislike a single joint as they have a low palette, in this case a french link or double jointed mouthpiece often keeps the horse relaxed in his mouth more than a single joint. The eggbutt jointed snaffle is thought to be one of the...
D Copper Roller Bit
D Copper Roller Bit is often used for horses that need something stronger than a jointed bit because they lean or try to grab the bit. The alternating stainless steel and copper rollers set along the mouthpiece of the snaffle, allow the bit to roll up the mouth, and help to prevent the horses from grabbing it between the teeth. The jointed mouthpiece of the copper roll D cheek gives a nutcracker action...
Loose Ring Cherry Roller Snaffle Bit
Loose Ring Cherry Roller Snaffle Bit a bit ideally used on larger horses with big mouths and plenty of room for a bit. The cherry roller helps with horses that attempt to put their tongue over, or take hold of the bit between their teeth. It can also help with horses that lean as the rollers encourage the bit to roll further into the horses mouth, and being a fairly thick bit is quite kind to the bars.
Loose Ring Lozenge Bit
Loose Ring Lozenge Bit this is a kind loose ring lozenge bit with a sweetie shape centre. Ideal for schooling withouth the nutcracker action. The loose rings discourages the horse from leaning on the bit whilst the lozenge softens the contact. A very popular schooling bit which is kind on the mouth and not too chunky in style.
Pelham Coscoquero Roller Mouth Bit
Pelham Coscoquero Roller Mouth Bit the coscoquero pelham is a high ported pelham with a central copper wheel in the middle. The Coscoquero if useful for horses that try to get their tongue over the bit or lean, and can also have the action of raising the horses head. Pelham bits are designed to be used with two reins, the 'snaffle' rein on the larger ring which should have a constant contact,...
Townfields Bit Burr
Townfields Bit Burr a bristle bit pricker to help with a one sided horse. This bit burr can be put onto one side of the bit and when pressure is applied on the opposite rein this helps encourage the horse that way. A very good quality Bit burr, English leather not at all flimsy and a popular Townfields Saddlers product.
Show Jump Jointed 3 Ring Gag
Show Jump Jointed 3 Ring Gag the Continental Gag should be worn with 2 reins preferably or a pelham rounding; the first rein should be used on the snaffle ring, which is the first ring adjacent to the mouthpiece. When the first rein is attached to the snaffle rein it is used just like a loose ring hanging cheek bit, which uses poll pressure and lip pressure due to the sliding loose ring also applies...
Sliding Weymouth Bit Set
Sliding Weymouth Bit Set it gives a relatively mild curb action. The sliding cheek passes through the mouthpiece and allows the same principle of action as a gag. With strong contact to the curb rein attached to the lower ring, the mouthpiece is eased up the cheek of the bit as far as the slot will allow - the longer the space between the top and bottom of the slot (neck) of the cheek, the greater...
Neue Schule Tranz Angled Lozenge Universal Bit 16mm (8023u)
Neue Schule Tranz Angled Lozenge Universal Bit 16mm (8023u) this bit is brilliant for faster work such as jumping etc as you can turn much more easily and it generally eliminates the head toss when asking for a downward transition, for instance, shortening before a fence. If you need to upgrade from a snaffle, it is highly recommended as you are staying with a mild mouthpiece but subtly employing other...
Neue Schule Verbindend Bradoon 12mm Bit (9010/55 Ring)
Neue Schule Verbindend Bradoon 12mm Bit (9010) greatly clarifies and emphasises the signals through the rein. Promoting self carriage and throughness, a true outline and freedom through the shoulder can be developed. The Verbindend has consistently helped eradicate tongue evasions, encouraging the horse to soften and relax through the jaw. The cleverly curved mouthpiece can also enhance the development...
Happy Mouth Loose Ring Straight Bit
Happy Mouth Loose Ring Straight Bit apple scented, tough, non-toxic, flexible mouth with reinforcing stainless steel. The loose rings snaffles make a more mobile bit than an eggbutt or fixed cheek bit, which should encourage your horse to keep a relaxed jaw and mouth the bit. The loose ring may be useful if your horse leans on the bit, or takes hold, as the bit is always movable so the horse cannot...
Fulmer French Link Snaffle Bit
Fulmer French Link Snaffle Bit a full cheek, eggbutt side plain snaffle with loose rings. This bit is excellent for schooling and has a nice thickness of mouth. The long cheeks prevent the bit being pulled through the mouth and the eggbutt sides protect the corners of the mouth, while the loose rings give more play to the mouth and encourages the horse to mouth and therefore keep a moist mouth that...
Full Cheek Copper Roller Bit
Full Cheek Copper Roller Bit the rollers may help if your horse tends to lean on the bit and or set their jaw, as the rollers are movable so they are not easy to get a grip of. They also encourage mouthing as it gives them something to play with. The full cheek sides aid with steering and control.
Sweet Iron Loose Ring Copper Roller Bit
Sweet Iron Loose Ring Copper Roller Bit this sweet iron and copper combination provides the horse with a warm and pleasant tasting bit. The roller in the centre is rough creating an uneven surface, which increases the bit's severity.
Happy Mouth Hanging Cheek Jointed Bit
Happy Mouth Hanging Cheek Jointed Bit apple scented, tough, non-toxic, flexible mouth with reinforcing stainless steel. The Hanging Cheek is also known as the Filet Baucher, it uses pressure on the poll as the cheek piece has an extra ring above the snaffle ring where the bridle cheek pieces are attached to, this poll pressure encourages the horse to lower the head and come on to the bit. Especially...
Happy Mouth Show Jump Straight Bit 3 Ring
Happy Mouth Show Jump Straight Bit apple scented, tough, non-toxic, flexible mouth with reinforcing stainless steel. The Straight bar is a very mild mouthpiece; it is an unvarying mouthpiece, which means the pressure on the mouth doesn't change very much, as it is a fixed mouthpiece. The bit puts pressure on the tongue and lips (corner of the mouth), it does use slight pressure on the bars depending...
Neue Schule Loose Ring Starter Bit 16mm (9008)
Neue Schule Loose Ring Starter Bit 16mm (9008) promotes mouthing and acceptance. Good for lungeing, long-reining and schooling. A gentle bit with tongue relief that encourages the horse to stretch the topline seeking forward and down into a soft consistent contact. Make the first start the right start and establish the basics. Dressage Legal
Pelham Hard Rubber Bit
Pelham Hard Rubber Bit the hard rubber pelham is about the most popular variety of pelham, and the modern alternative to the vulcanite pelhams. The hard rubber coating softens the action of the curved mullen mouth of this pelham bit giving space for the tongue, with no collapse on the bars and no real palate pressure. Hard rubber pelhams are best suited to horse that have enough space for a large mouthpiece...
Loose Ring French Bradoon Bit
Loose Ring French Bradoon Bit bradoons are generally used in conjunction with a curb bit, and when used together the bradoon should be 1/4" to 1/2" longer than the curb for them to Read more. both lie comfortably in the mouth. A bradoon can be used on its own, specifically for ponies as the rings are smaller than those of a normal sized snaffle rings. When used on its own it has the effect of a snaffle...
Happy Mouth Show Jump Peanut Bit 3 Ring
Happy Mouth Show Jump Peanut Bit apple scented, tough, non-toxic, flexible mouth with reinforcing stainless steel. The Continental Gag should be worn with 2 reins preferably; the first rein should be used on the snaffle ring, which is the first ring adjacent to the mouthpiece. When the first rein is attached to the snaffle rein it is used just like a loose ring hanging cheek bit, which uses poll pressure...
Kimblewick Plain Bit
Kimblewick Plain Bit a pelham with a difference as it uses only a single rein attached to the large D cheek. With the hands held normally the action is that of a snaffle and with them held low, or with adoption of a running martingale, the action is that of a curb. The true Kimblewick has a Cambridge mouth - a low port and a plain mouthpiece. The cheeks are hinged and do not slide. It acts on the lips,...
Pelham Jointed Rugby Bit
Pelham Jointed Rugby Bit the Rugby Pelham is widely used in showing as an alternative to the Weymouth and bradoon. It gives the look of a double bridle as this bit has to be used with a double bridle which has an extra bradoon head slip, as you would have with a Weymouth and Bradoon, this bit also has to worn with two reins. The Rugby Pelham has an extra loose ring which is connected by a link on the...
Chifney Bit
Chifney Bit or commonly known as an anti rearing bit. The chifney can be clipped onto the three D's of the headcollar, and the U shaped mouth digs into the tongue if the horse tries to rear. Not a kind bit, as it is thin and therefore very sharp and needs to be used carefully. You could purchase a bradoon strap to use with this chifney or simply purchase one that is complete with the chifney sewn onto...