The mouthpiece of this snaffle bit is made of copper wire wrapped around a central core. It has a half cheek design, which means it has cheekpieces on only one side of the mouthpiece. The cheekpiece prevents the bit from sliding out of the horse’s mouth.
The mouthpiece of this snaffle bit is made of copper wire wrapped around a central core.
It has a half cheek design, which means it has cheekpieces on only one side of the mouthpiece.
The cheekpiece prevents the bit from sliding out of the horse’s mouth when the reins are used for commands.
Function and Use:
Driving Horses: Half cheek snaffle bits are predominantly used for driving horses. They provide control and direction when driving a horse in harness.
Stability: The bottom cheek piece ensures that the bit remains stable in the horse’s mouth during turns and maneuvers.
Gentle and Friendly: Snaffle bits, including the half cheek design, are considered gentle and beginner-friendly. They are often used for young horses in training and by novice riders.
Material:
The copper wire wrapping on the mouthpiece provides a pleasant taste for the horse, encouraging acceptance of the bit.
Other materials used for snaffle bits include sweet iron, vulcanite, and synthetic materials.
