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…in the corner of the horses mouth. Lower and the bit may clank on his teeth, causing him discomfort. Higher and the bit will pinch. Back to the Bit Gallery…

While history tells us that bits used to be made of bone or wood, nowadays bits are available in a variety of materials, as you can see from the photograph…

…poll. Needless to say, curb bits should only be used by experienced riders with quiet hands. Otherwise they can easily turn into instruments of torture. Back to the Bit Gallery…

…This particular bit has loose, rather than fixed, shanks. A bit like this has good stopping action, but inexperienced riders should use it with care. Back to the Bit Gallery…

…Many horses go well in the Kimberwick, especially going across country, where the bit gives the rider a little more control than in a snaffle. Back to the Bit Gallery…

In the Double Bridle, two bits are used on one bridle — a bridoon (a type of snaffle) and a curb bit. These two bits, when properly fitted and when…

…bit in uneducated hands. This particular bit has a copper mouthpiece, which helps some dry mouthed horses salivate and become more responsive to the bit. Back to The Bit Gallery…

…most gentle bit and going back to basics with his training may alleviate the need for such strong bits as the double twisted wire snaffle. Back to the Bit Gallery…

The Pelham bit seeks to combine the actions of both the curb bit (leverage) and snaffle or bridoon bit (non-leverage), without the need for using two bits, as in the…

…horses that may get “set” in a single jointed or mullen-mouthed bit, may go lighter and lean on the bit less in the Dr. Bristol. Back to the Bit Gallery…