Horse Bit
Horse Bit
Another great place to find Horse Bit
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 Stainless Steel Rubber Dee Racing Bit Horse Tack  US $14.50
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 Antique Brown German Silver Trim Snaffle Bit Horse Tack Equine US $22.75
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 Kelly SS Twisted Wire Gag Snaffle Bit Horse Tack US $15.00
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 Horse Show Engraved Silver Bit Twist Wire Snaffle New US $29.99
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 Argentine Horse Bit 5 Copper Corkscrew Snaffle Mouth Stainless Steel Cheeks US $17.99
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 Butted Dee Show Snaffle Horse Bit Antique Brown Color Silver Cross Engraving US $26.99
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 Brown Steel Western Show Bit Medium Port Horse Tack New US $24.99
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 Antique Brown Color Low Square Port Horse Bit Texas Star Concho Silver Engraving US $26.99
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 STAINLESS SILVER MOUNTED REINING HORSE BIT RANCH TACK US $28.95
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 LOT OF 7 BRIDLE BITS VARIOUS SIZES AGES SOME MAYBE VINTAGE US $21.04
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 New Correction Bit Silver Engraved Western Tack Cowboy US $19.99
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 ORNATE DECORATIVE BRIDLE BIT POSSIBLY VINTAGE US $51.00
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 TWO OLD HORSE BITS US $8.95
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 New Buster Welch Style Engraved Grazing Bit 5 US $38.50
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 Tom Balding Crown Royal Hing Port Bit US $330.00
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 DON HANSEN Maker Mrkd Copper Mouth Long Shank Snaffle Bit Western Reining Horse US $49.95
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 BUERMANN HUMMINGBIRD BIT Antique Calvary Patina Old Vintage Horse Bit Tack Lot US $84.99
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 5 Western CUTTING HORSE GRAZING REINING Curb Bit Medium Port Horse Tack US $5.50
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 5 Western CUTTING HORSE GRAZING REINING Curb Bit Medium Port Horse Tack US $1.00
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 New Stainless Steel High Elbow Port Copper Inlay Bit US $23.95
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 Used Reiner Western bit w engraved cheeks 5 med port mouth w copper roller US $45.00
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 WESTERN HORSE BIT HINGED FUTURITY CORRECTION COPPER ROLLER SWEET IRON MOUTH US $29.99
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 Used 525 Double twisted wire Western bit stainless Sweet Iron US $9.99
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 Horse Show Engraved Silver Crub Bit Stars Dots New Nice Quality Tack US $34.99
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 5 TWISTED WIRE MOUTH STAINLESS STEEL RING SNAFFLE BIT KELLY NEW HORSE TACK US $9.99
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 RARE Antique Cast Iron Horse Bit Bridal Halter LeadUnmarkedUnusualWestern US $31.00
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 5 RUBBER MOUTH STAINLESS STEEL D BIT SNAFFLE NEW HORSE TACK US $15.99
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 LIGHTLY USED CUTTING HORSE BIT W 5 COPPER Mouthpiece Used Western Tack US $7.75
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 FREE SH NEW STA BRITE BLACK D RING SNAFFLE BIT COPPER BANDS 5 US $14.99
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 NEW STA BRITE QUALITY SS LOW PORT CURB COPPER MOUTH 5 US $14.99
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 4 1 4 MOUTH LONG SHANK STAINLESS STEEL SNAFFLE BIT NEW HORSE TACK US $13.99
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 STAINLESS BILLY ALLEN STYLE REINING HORSE BIT COPPER ROLLER MOUTH TACK US $21.95
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 STAINLESS 3 PIECE COPPER ROLLER MOUTH REINING BIT HORSE TACK RANCH COWBOY US $17.95
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 Junior Cowhorse Sweet Iron Twisted Snaffle Dotted Bit US $35.99
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 Weaver Brand Walking Horse Bit with 5 inch Mouth US $18.99
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 New Black Correction with Copper Inlay Bit Bits Horse US $15.99
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 New Silver Star Engraved Sweet Iron Correction 5 Bit US $34.99
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 used Tom Thumb bit with copper mouthpiece used but in GREAT condition NO RESERVE US $16.00
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 Stainless Steel Horse Bit with 9 inch loose cheeks US $24.95
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 SS 3 1 2 Tom Thumb Copper Mouth Bit Horse Tack US $12.00
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 Weaver Brand Grazing Style Curb Pony Bit 4 1 2 in mouth US $9.99
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 Weaver Rubber Mouth 5 Dee Ring Snaffle Racing Bit US $16.95
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 NWT 5 1 8 Western CUTTING REINING WALKING Horse Curb Bit by Whitman Saddlery US $12.00
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 4 1 4 Western Curb Bit Pony or Small Horse 1 Low Port Horse Tack JAPAN US $5.00
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 Vintage Western Draft Horse Bit US $24.95
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 4 1 2 STAINLESS STEEL EGGBUTT SNAFFLE BIT NEW HORSE TACK US $19.99
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 Genuine MIKMAR Short Shank HORSE Bit NEW 525 inch $13900 US $71.99
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 5 Western TOM THUMB Snaffle Horse Bit COPPER mouth Korea US $10.00
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 Stainless Junior Cowhorse Chain Gag Bit 5 Sweet Iron US $31.95
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 Equisteel Loose Shank Curb 5 Copper Horse Bit Bits US $29.95
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 KELLY STOCKYARD BIT HORSE TACK NEW US $19.99
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 BROWN STEEL LOOSE CHEEK BIT WITH 5 MOUTH NEW HORSE TACK US $36.99
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 LIGHT USE Mint Unique Brown Western Leather Headstall w Fancy Detailing Hrs US $31.00
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 English SS Pelham Bit w Curbchain Snaffle Double Bridle by Eisers 4 1 2 in Mouth US $18.00
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 Quality Short Shank Copper Wrapped Horse Bit Training Everyday Use GE US $23.90
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 Quality Copper Ring Snaffle Horse Bit Training Everyday Use GE US $19.99
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 STAINLESS TWISTED JR COWHORSE BIT RANCH TACK COWBOY US $15.95
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 Kelly Silver Star Miniature Horse Snaffle Bit Stainless Steel 3 1 2 Mouth US $15.99
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 Horse D Ring Curb Bit and Chain Formay New 5 Inch Equine Tack US $19.99
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 Loose O Ring Snaffle Bit Stainless Steel Rings Copper Mouth Horse Tack 5 US $14.99
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A Bit About Horse Bits
The bit is your communication link to your horse, along with the reins, pressure from your legs and body position. Depending on your style of riding and your experience level as well as the condition of your horse's mouth, different bits will be more appropriate than others. Generally most horses that have not been mistreated will have what is called a "soft mouth" which means that their mouth has not be injured by misuse of a bit or cruel treatment by an uncaring rider. Horses that have been misused by cruel and excessive use of a bit are known as "hard mouthed" and require specialized combinations of bits to control the horse.
Thankfully there are very few horses that have been mistreated and most horses have a soft mouth. The most commonly recommended type of bit will both ensure that the rider has control as well as provide protection to the horse's mouth. Getting the right sized bit is essential in making the bit comfortable for the horse and prevent pinching the sensitive skin at the side of the mouth. In general most light horse breeds will use a five inch bit, which is the measurement across the bit. Some horses will have a wider or narrower mouth, so a good rider will always measure across the horse's mouth to the outside of the lips, then add an additional ½ inch. If you start with a five inch bit you can then see if you need to go wider or narrower, or you can try a variety of bits and measure which one is the best fit. Keep in mind that the bit should have ¼ of an inch on either side of the outside of the horse's mouth to fit properly. A string can be used and measured if you don't want to have to try an assortment of bit sizes. Just side the string across the horse's tongue in the place the bit would normally rest and measure out ¼ inch on either side to get the final bit size.
English and western bits are different, as are bits for racing, dressage and other types of specialty events. The most common bit in both English and western styles of riding is the snaffle bit, which is also the most gentle on the horse's mouth. A snaffle bit is two bars that connect in the middle, with the western snaffle also known as the snaffle curb since it will have two additional "curb" pieces on either side. Snaffle bits are great for novice riders as even if the rider pulls harder than necessary on the bit the horse's mouth will not be injured. Horses that have hard mouths may need additional types of bits such as full curbs, rollers, Kimberwick and Pelham bits, depending on the style of riding. Since these bits can and will cause damage to the horse if used incorrectly, they are not recommended for riders without significant experience.
Always clean your bit after each ride to prevent the build up of debris, goop and slobber on the bit. It is a good idea to have a spare bit around that can be buckled into the headstall of the bridle and used while the other bit is being thoroughly cleaned. Soaking the bit in clear, warm water for a hour will typically soften any dried on material which can then be removed with a stiff bristle brush and a good scrubbing.
About the Author
Susanne Malloy is an avid equestrian and an editor for http://www.EnglishSaddleShop.com, your complete resource for new and used
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, riding apparel, and tack.