LOOSE RING BITS
The loose ring encourages the horse to play with and accept the bit.  The nutcracker action of a jointed bit has a 'lifting' effect, whilst a straight bit provides stability.  The thickness of a bit determines its severity - the thicker the mouthpiece the kinder the bit.  Rubber covered bits are particularly suitable for sensitive horses.  French, roller and Dr.Bristols all encourage chewing and salivation, which in turn helps the horse to accept the bit in a relaxed manner.  The inclusion of a port on some bits aids flexion. 

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EGGBUTT BIT
Eggbutt bits are a popular basic bit which would suit most horses.  Particularly useful for horses that experience chafing from loose ring variety bits.  The shaped rings help prevent the bit from being pulled through the horse's mouth and keep the bit centrally positioned. 

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D- RING BITS
D- Rings bits are the original and traditional racing bits.  The D- Ring keeps the bits centrally positioned in the horse's mouth, and also help guide the horse when turning.  Their design helps prevent chafing and pinching on the sides of the horse's mouth and lips.

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Cooper Roller D-Ring

J.P. BITS
These quality stainless bits are unique in their design.  Crafted with curved mouth bars that reduce the 'nutcracker' action of a regular snaffle, they also stop the bit from hitting the roof of the horse's mouth.  The curved shape also allows room for the horse's tongue and eliminates interference that conventional bits cause.  Perfect for performance horses, creating maximum comfort and therefore a top performance. 

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PELHAM BITS
Pelhams offer the combined action of both a curb bit and snaffle.  However, they have a more severe leverage action than a snaffle because they act on the jaw as well as the bars of the mouth.  The snaffle rein when attached the Pelham, assists in 'lifting' the horse, whilst the curb rein encourages flexion.  The longer the cheek bars of the bit, the more severe the action.

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KIMBLEWICK BITS
Kimblewicks offer the combined action of a curb chain with a snaffle bit.  They are more severe in their action than an snaffle, because they have a leverage effect on the jaw, as well as the bars of the mouth.  It is recommended that these bits always be used with a curb chain, which can apply pressure to the chain  groove.

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WEYMOUTH BITS
Weymouth bits are for use by experienced riders, who want to further refine the message that they are communicating to their horses.  Correctly used, they can help encourage both flexion and collection.  They consist of a curb bit and a bradoon.  The curb bit of the Weymouth is available in fixed of sliding styles - the sliding style allows more movement and salivation, which in turn encourages the horse to accept the bit.  The Weymouth should be used in conjunction with a curb chain.  

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BRADOON BITS
Bradoon bits are thinner and lighter weight than regular eggbutt or loose ring bits, and also have smaller rings. They are designed to be used in conjunction with a curb bit, such as a Weymouth, to make a double bridle set.  Typically loose ring Bradoons are used with fixed cheek Weymouths.

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GAG BITS
Gag Bits are exceptional it their design, by adding leverage to the mouthpiece, they assist in increasing flexion, control and lightness to the riders hand.  The gag snaffle is effective with some horses, acting on the poll and the corners of the mouth.  Its object is to raise the head and encourage flexion.

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BIT 44A

BIT 45A

BIT 49A

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HAPPY MOUTH BITS
Happy mouth bits are made from a polyurethane material which is light and flexible.  Extremely soft and kind to the horse's mouth, they are suitable for use on young, sensitive horses, horses just backed and those horses who are not comfortable in conventional stainless steel bits.  Available in a wide variety of styles, each bit acts with its unique characteristics, but its effect is somewhat softened by the warmth and flexibility of the polyurethane material.

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BIT 30A

BIT 52A

BIT 54A

LIVERPOOL DRIVING BITS
The most popular type of driving bit, can be used for pleasure or show driving.

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HACKAMORES
Hackamores are ideal for use on sensitive or difficult horses and work by applying pressure on the nose, jaw and poll.  The English Hackamore has a metal shank and a broad, padded noseband, which presses on the nose.  The leather curb 'chain' acts on the chin groove.  The German Hackamore is similar to the English type in its use and purpose.  Bitless bridles are useful if a horse will not accept a conventional bit.

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CHIFNEY BIT
The Chifney bit is designed to prevent horses rearing while being lead.

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BIT 77

Chifney

STALLION BIT
Popular showing bit with brass cheeks, traditionally used for showing stallions.

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BIT 79

Horseshoe Cheek Stallion Bit