Trust Sweet Iron Gag Snaffle single jointed 16mm 13.5

Trust Bit Sweet Iron Draw Gag Snaffle Single Jointed 16mm 13.5

The mouthpiece has a thickness of 16mm at its thickest point. It is therefore a medium-thick mouthpiece.

For comparison, the standard thickness for a normal warmblood is between 16mm and 18mm. For ponies, this value is more likely to be 10mm to 14mm. Very large warmbloods, cold-blooded horses, and Shire Horses usually require a bit thicker than 18mm. A thickness of 12mm is usually suitable for a pony.

When choosing the bit thickness and size, pay attention to the anatomical characteristics of the horse's mouth. You can test with your fingers how much space there is between the tongue and the palate.

The Trust Equestrian team is continuously working on innovative bits to further optimize the design and function of the bits. Today we would like to introduce you to the Trust Sweet Iron Draw Gag Snaffle Single Jointed 16mm 13.5 bit from the Trust Equestrian range in more detail:

The bit Trust Sweet Iron Draw Gag Snaffle Single Jointed 16mm 13.5 is made of Sweet Iron and equipped with draw gag cheeks as side pieces. The mouthpiece of this bit is single jointed. The mouthpiece has a size of 13.5 centimeters.

Bit thickness

This mouthpiece size is generally well suited for a normal warmblood.

Side piece

Draw Gag Snaffle

The draw gag snaffle is a combination of a gag bit and a full cheek snaffle. The full cheek snaffle limits the horse laterally and gives it stability, and also prevents the bit rings from slipping through. The gag bit is connected to the bridle via gag cheekpieces that are pulled through the bit rings. This creates a leveraged effect depending on the degree of rein engagement.

Mouthpiece

Single jointed

The single jointed mouthpiece has a hinge in the middle, which applies less pressure to the tongue than a double jointed mouthpiece. A single jointed mouthpiece primarily applies pressure to the bars and sides of the tongue and can also affect the palate. The single jointed mouthpiece is certainly the most common of all mouthpieces, alongside the double jointed mouthpiece.

Bit material

Sweet Iron

Trust's Sweet Iron bits are made of steel. The bits have been developed so that surface rust forms when in contact with air and moisture. This tastes sweet and stimulates saliva production. Horses therefore readily accept Sweet Iron bits.

Manufacturer information

Trust Equestrian

The Dutch bit manufacturer Trust Equestrian is characterized by its innovative spirit and craftsmanship. With the Inno Sense and Sweet Iron series, they are breaking new ground. The products are continuously developed by Trust's technical teams and strictly quality controlled.

In a nutshell

• Manufacturer: Trust Equestrian
• Material: Sweet Iron
• Side part: Draw Gag Snaffle
• Mouthpiece: single jointed
• Hardness:
• Bit thickness: 16mm
• Size: 13.5cm