The snaffle bit is regarded as a relatively mild bit.
O ring snaffle bit on horse.
There are many different types of snaffle bits.
This flat side on the cheekpiece has a greater effect on the cheek opposite of the direct pull of the reins and keeps the ring from going into the horse s mouth.
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One pound of pressure one pound on the bit.
Named for the shape of the snaffle s rings this bit has a twisted mouthpiece.
Western snaffle bits are smooth and joined in the middle.
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This is a gag bit.
It is a gag bit because the mouthpiece can slide on the shanks.
However it also has its drawbacks.
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A snaffle bit is a bit that have zero leverage.
The snaffle mouthpieces used on o ring loose ring or dee ring snaffles are used to train young horses to yield to rein pressure or school older horses on basic training maneuvers.
O ring bits are popular training bits for western horses.
The picture of the bit that you posted is not very clear but it looks very similar to carol goosetree s simplicity bit.
7 16 smooth sweet iron snaffle this bit was designed to decrease the discomfort at the corners of the horse s mouth.
The loose o ring is a very soft snaffle that has a lot of give.
Snaffle mouthpieces are a popular choice for horses of all ages.
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O ring bits get their name from the circular shape of the check pieces.
As a snaffle bit the o ring bit s action is direct pressure not leveraged and therefore considered a milder bit.
When made correctly this connection won t pinch the horse s mouth or cheek.
This bit will not pinch.
It is not a snaffle bit.
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The basic structure is the same for all and the basic action in the horse s mouth is similar with some subtle modifications.
The mouthpiece is not fixed to the rings but rather retains the ability to slide along the ring.
This allows the horse more flexibility to carry the bit comfortably.
The extra 3 rings at each end of the mouthpiece float independently to disperse the pressure across the lip and cheek making the horse more responsive to the riders cues.