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Tack Department : Bits & Curb Straps

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3 Piece Snaffle Copper Wrapped Dog Bone Mouth with Teardrop Shanks Dutton Bits Three-piece mullen relief bit with copper inlaid snaffle with a wrapped center bar that keeps the mouth soft and supple durring performances. Specializes in placing more reach to outside nerves of the mouth and allows responsive lateral movements. 5" copper mouthpiece with 6" teardrop cheeks, 1 1/4" center link and 7 3/4" shanks. The great feature of this bit or any three-piece snaffle is that you get the most tongue relief possible from a snaffle. Recommended for horses 4 years of age and older. DUT19 $ 72.50


Diamond Lifter Long Shank Twisted Wire Dogbone Bit Equibrand Corporation This is a bit for starting barrel training or on horses that have a sensitive mouth that do not need much bit. It is nice and soft, offering complete rate and body lift for turns. The nice weight of these bits allows for quick pickup and release. Proper adjustment is to tighten the headstall so that there is one wrinkle in the horse's mouth. The curb should be loose enough to allow 3 to 4 fingers between the curb and the chin. EQBBITL22 $ 66.00


Rope Edge C Shank Bit with German Silver & Rope Edge Equibrand Corporation The new Rope Edge C Shank is made of browned iron and decorated with German Silver and a rope edge. It features loose rein rings with a stainless steel slobber chain. It has a 5" shank and a 2 1/2" purchase. The swept back shanks and loose rein rings give the horse plenty of signal before the bit engages. EQBBITR10 $ 95.00


Diamond Lifter Short Shank Twisted Wire Dogbone Bit Equibrand Corporation This is a bit for starting barrel training or on horses that have a sensitive mouth that do not need much bit. It is nice and soft, offering complete rate and body lift for turns. The nice weight of these bits allows for quick pickup and release. Proper adjustment is to tighten the headstall so that there is one wrinkle in the horse's mouth. The curb should be loose enough to allow 3 to 4 fingers between the curb and the chin. EQBBITS22 $ 66.00


Small Twisted Wire Snaffle Bit Equibrand Corporation This is a bit for starting barrel training or on horses that have a sensitive mouth that do not need much bit. It is nice and soft, offering complete rate and body lift for turns. The nice weight of these bits allows for quick pickup and release. Proper adjustment is to tighten the headstall so that there is one wrinkle in the horse's mouth. The curb should be loose enough to allow 3 to 4 fingers between the curb and the chin. EQBBITS23 $ 66.00


Pony Hackamore Bit Partrade Designed to create pressure just above the soft tissue of the nose; and, when the curb chain is engaged, it also applies pressure to the chin groove. Designed for getting quick stops from forward motion. Has stainlesss steel pony gum rubber covered bike chain noseband. 6 1/2" cheeks. Pony mechanical hackamore stainless steel bike chain covered with gum rubber. PAR25108 $ 35.00


Four Rein Snaffle Bit Partrade This double rein bit can be used with four reins. This bit is also trimmed "Cowboy Pelham". For normal use, the reins are attached to the shanks, but with the dee rings located at the mouthpiece. The second set of reins helps to achieve more snaffle action. Black steel bit which promotes salivation. When a horse salivates, the tongue and lower jaw stay relaxed and the horse becomes more responsive. Black steel, 5" snaffle mouthpiece with copper inlay with 8" cheeks. PAR25249 $ 30.00


Grazing Curb Bit Partrade Considered a leverage bit because of the action of the curb chain. When the reins are pulled and the curb chain engaged, it applies pressure to the chin groove. A good bit for broke horses. This bit is black steel which promotes salivation. When a horse salivates, the tongue and lower jaw stay relaxed and the horse becomes more responsive. Black steel, 5" medium port sweet iron mouthpiece with 6 1/2" cheeks. PAR25280 $ 20.00


Grazing Curb Bit Partrade Considered a leverage bit because of the action of the curb chain. When the reins are pulled and the curb chain engaged, it applies pressure to the chin groove. A good bit for broke horses. This bit is black steel which promotes salivation. When a horse salivates, the tongue and lower jaw stay relaxed and the horse becomes more responsive. Black steel, 5" medium port mouthpiece with 6 1/2" cheeks with brass engraved trim. PAR25281 $ 25.00


Grazing Curb Bit Partrade Considered a leverage bit because of the action of the curb chain. When the reins are pulled and the curb chain engaged, it applies pressure to the chin groove. A good bit for broke horses. This bit has copper mouthpiece which promotes salivation. When a horse salivates, the tongue and lower jaw stay relaxed and the horse becomes more responsive. Stainless steel, 5" medium port copper mouthpiece with 6" cheeks with brass trim. PAR255806 $ 35.00

Easy 5 Bit with Three Piece Mouth Reinsman Equestrian Easy Five 7/16" 3-Piece with Copper Roller. 5" Cheeks. Exciting new shank. Very nice colt bit for introducing curb pressure and low leverage. Cutters, Team Penners, Trail Riders, Reiners and Barrel Racers have used this bit on horses with good mouths that don't need excessive control. The 3-piece snaffle is a very nice mouth and has more control than a 2-piece snaffle. Also adds some tongue pressure to help set horse's head. Copper roller acts as a pacifier for nervous horses. "Lifetime Guarantee". RSM451 $ 68.00


Large Chain Mouth Bit Reinsman Equestrian Has a unique no-pinch headstall ring. Excellent balance for better feel. Medium leverage (tight curb) to low leverage (loose curb). Can be used from the later training stage, showing, pleasure, on through some serious competition. A very comfortable mouth for a horse and easy to pack. Applies tongue pressure for head set. Will help to lift the front shoulders and get the rear end down. Has 6" cheeks with 5" chain mouthpiece. RSM552 $ 55.00


Medium Port Curb Bit Reinsman Equestrian Features a unique no pinch headstall ring. Excellent balance for better feel. Medium leverage (tight curb) to low leverage (loose curb). Can be used for the later training stage, showing, pleasure and on through competition. Copper roller pacifies a nervous horse. Slight tongue pressure to help rate and better head set. Low leverage will pick up the front end of your horse. Has 6" cheeks with 5" medium port sweet iron with copper roller mouthpiece. RSM572 $ 58.00


Junior Cutter Curb Bit Reinsman Equestrian Probably one of the two best all time shanks with medium plus leverage and excellent balance. Roller in mouthpiece is good for a nervous horse that likes to play with the bit. Adds some tongue pressure to help break a horse over at the poll for a better head set, more control than a normal medium port. 1/2" with 7" cheeks and medium port sweet iron with copper roller mouthpiece. RSM641 $ 46.50


Rutledge Roper Bit Reinsman Equestrian Looks to be severe, but when ridden with a medium to tight curb, the mouthpiece lays flat on the bars over a wide area, touching more and many new nerves. Used successfully on horses with damaged tongue or bars. Unique floating shank allows curb to be drawn from side to side for another totally new feel. Has 7" cheeks with sweet iron low port 5" mouthpiece. RSM657 $ 55.00


Cowboy Shank Curb Bit Reinsman Equestrian Designed to set the headstall back away from the eyes. Has good balance. Mouthpiece is excellent for nervous horses that like to play with the bit. Copper roller also adds a little tongue pressure for better control and helps break a horse over at the poll for a good head set. 1/2" with 7" cheeks and high port sweet iron 5" mouthpiece with copper roller. RSM658 $ 46.00


D & L Reiner Snaffle Bit Reinsman Equestrian One of the must medium control shanks ever made. Shanks have excellent balance and will not pinch. Can be ridden with a 4-rein to train. Mouth is one of the least severe snaffles. The limited travel keeps the snaffle from excess pressure on the outside bars. The roller, while acting as a pacifier for the nervous horse, also applies light tongue pressure for a better head set. Has 7" cheeks with Billy Allen 5" mouthpiece. RSM791 $ 71.00


Beetle Hackamore Bit - SPECIAL ORDER Reinsman Equestrian Simplistic little hackamore that is reasonably light. Works well on horses that need very light control. It has a moderate lift to help set the shoulders and lots of flex for well trained horses. Works well on slow work with young horses and a pleasure for your horse to throw on and ride the pasture. 6" cheeks. SPECIAL ORDER ONLY. RSM960 $ 52.00

Tom Balding Long Shank, Hinge Port Bit All Tom Balding bits have pure copper inlaid sweet iron mouthpieces. The result? Maximum acceptance, increased salivation and a more relaxed response. Precision balance and craftsmanship deliver optimal performance whether in the hands of the most experienced trainer or a new rider. Available in stainless steel, black and antique brown. Mouthpieces are 5 1/8" wide, custom widths $20. Hinge port: Independent lateral control gives amazing results lifting a shoulder and positioning the horse. Endorsed by the world's top ropers. TBBBIT1 $ 199.00

Tom Balding Seven Shank, Hinge Port, Brown with Dots Bit All Tom Balding bits have pure copper inlaid sweet iron mouthpieces. The result? Maximum acceptance, increased salivation and a more relaxed response. Precision balance and craftsmanship deliver optimal performance whether in the hands of the most experienced trainer or a new rider. Available in stainless steel, black and antique brown. Mouthpieces are 5 1/8" wide, custom widths $20. Hinge port: Independent lateral control gives amazing results lifting a shoulder and positioning the horse. Endorsed by the world's top ropers. TBBBIT11 $ 340.00

Tom Balding Short Shank, Correction Mouth Bit All Tom Balding bits have pure copper inlaid sweet iron mouthpieces. The result? Maximum acceptance, increased salivation and a more relaxed response. Precision balance and craftsmanship deliver optimal performance whether in the hands of the most experienced trainer or a new rider. Available in stainless steel, black and antique brown. Mouthpieces are 5 1/8" wide, custom widths $20. Correction Mouth: Good transition bit from a long shank snaffle to a port. Collection with feel, flex and control. TBBBIT2 $ 195.00

Tom Balding Juanita Shank, 3-N-1 Mouth Bit All Tom Balding bits have pure copper inlaid sweet iron mouthpieces. The result? Maximum acceptance, increased salivation and a more relaxed response. Precision balance and craftsmanship deliver optimal performance whether in the hands of the most experienced trainer or a new rider. Available in stainless steel, black and antique brown. Mouthpieces are 5 1/8" wide, custom widths $20. Three 'N One: Copper rollers spread across tongue to promote leverage on the bars and tongue pressure. Copper rings are good for nervous horses. TBBBIT3 $ 295.00

Tom Balding Long Shank, High Port Bit All Tom Balding bits have pure copper inlaid sweet iron mouthpieces. The result? Maximum acceptance, increased salivation and a more relaxed response. Precision balance and craftsmanship deliver optimal performance whether in the hands of the most experienced trainer or a new rider. Available in stainless steel, black and antique brown. Mouthpieces are 5 1/8" wide, custom widths $20. High Port: An old favorite of ropers. Also popular with Western Pleasure for promoting upright body position, collection and correct head carriage. TBBBIT4 $ 240.00

Tom Balding Short Shank, Medium Port Bit All Tom Balding bits have pure copper inlaid sweet iron mouthpieces. The result? Maximum acceptance, increased salivation and a more relaxed response. Precision balance and craftsmanship deliver optimal performance whether in the hands of the most experienced trainer or a new rider. Available in stainless steel, black and antique brown. Mouthpieces are 5 1/8" wide, custom widths $20. Medium Port: Slight port offers tongue relief without interfering with the roof of the mouth. Upright body positioning and moderate control. TBBBIT5 $ 195.00

Tom Balding Ball Hinge with Ring Snaffle Bit All Tom Balding bits have pure copper inlaid sweet iron mouthpieces. The result? Maximum acceptance, increased salivation and a more relaxed response. Precision balance and craftsmanship deliver optimal performance whether in the hands of the most experienced trainer or a new rider. Available in stainless steel, black and antique brown. Mouthpieces are 5 1/8" wide, custom widths $20. Ball-Hinge Ring: The unique hinge system and stationary ring offer maximum function and will eliminate severe response from pinching or binding. A well-balanced, all-around bit. TBBBIT6 $ 195.00

Tom Balding Loose Ring Snaffle with Dots Bit All Tom Balding bits have pure copper inlaid sweet iron mouthpieces. The result? Maximum acceptance, increased salivation and a more relaxed response. Precision balance and craftsmanship deliver optimal performance whether in the hands of the most experienced trainer or a new rider. Available in stainless steel, black and antique brown. Mouthpieces are 5 1/8" wide, custom widths $20. Loose Ring: The favorite for starting colts. The heavier weight makes horses ick it up and hold it. Loose rings promote movement to increase salivation. Guaranteed not to pinch! TBBBIT7 $ 250.00

Tom Balding D-Ring Snaffle Bit All Tom Balding bits have pure copper inlaid sweet iron mouthpieces. The result? Maximum acceptance, increased salivation and a more relaxed response. Precision balance and craftsmanship deliver optimal performance whether in the hands of the most experienced trainer or a new rider. Available in stainless steel, black and antique brown. Mouthpieces are 5 1/8" wide, custom widths $20. D-Ring Snaffle: (Also referred to as the "Don Dodge Snaffle".) The perfect bit for fine-tuning or intermediate training. Fixed offset rings give light pressure on the bars and lips. A solid choice for developing lateral movement. TBBBIT8 $ 255.00

Tom Balding Short Shank, Double Cross Bit All Tom Balding bits have pure copper inlaid sweet iron mouthpieces. The result? Maximum acceptance, increased salivation and a more relaxed response. Precision balance and craftsmanship deliver optimal performance whether in the hands of the most experienced trainer or a new rider. Available in stainless steel, black and antique brown. Mouthpieces are 5 1/8" wide, custom widths $20. Double Cross: Many trainers favor this bit over a snaffle for young horses. Unique design restricts the horse from getting its tongue over the mouthpiece. A mild bit that gives remarkable control while keeping the head down. Easily accepted by the majority of horses. TBBBIT9 $ 175.00