{"title":"Horse Bits","description":"A collection of horse bits from many different equestrian traditions and eras","products":[{"product_id":"a-steel-spring-or-butterfly-bit-with-hinged-tongue-bar-bit782","title":"A Steel Spring or Butterfly Bit with Hinged Tongue Bar - Bit782","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA hand forged steel spring or butterfly bit.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis has two short rods protruding from the the top surface\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese rods hold two curved bars joined by a hinge - presunably these work as a tongue grid.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions 16cm (6¼\") Wide, Tongue Loop 11cm (4¼\") Long\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight : 217g (7¾oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47272523497795,"sku":"","price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_7274.jpg?v=1696968168"},{"product_id":"a-wellep-horse-bit-bit747","title":"A Wellep Horse Bit - Bit747","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" id=\"text\"\u003eTo start with a confession : this bit came as part of a collection and my first reaction was to dismiss it as some sort of gimmick.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBut when I looked at it more closely it is rather well made, all those complicated joints are smoothly finished and turn well. It is helpfully stamped with its name \"The Wellep Bit\". It was launched in 1985 and although I don�t think these bits are in production any more the company web page still gives a lot of information\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/wellep.com\/Wellep%20Equestrian%20International\/Wellep%20Bit\/Wellep%20Bit.htm\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/wellep.com\/Wellep%20Equestrian%20International\/Wellep%20Bit\/Wellep%20Bit.htm\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eElwyn Hartley Edwards was very enthusiastic about the Wellep bit in his 1990 book \"Bitting in Theory and Practice\" and writes about it under the chapter heading \"The Thinking Bit\". He explains that the cable which runs through the mouthpiece should form a \"continuous loop\" whereby the rider can feel the action of one hand with the other. He also praises the shape of the cheeks, the fact that it is effectively a \"hanging\" snaffle, and that it avoids any \"nutcracker\" action.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt would also seem that the cable could change the character of the mouthpiece. When there is tension on it the mouthpiece is quite rigid, but as it eases the joints can move and the central part acts as a roller which would presumably encourage the horse to play with it and to salivate..\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI have read some quite positive reviews of them online, particularly for horses who were sensitive about their mouths.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI suspect the cable may have been a source of weakness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" id=\"text\"\u003eDimensions : Mouthpiece 4½\" (11.5cm), Weight : 402g (14½oz)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUnfortunately the new GSPR regulations do not allow this item to be shipped to the EU or Northern Ireland\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47272532541763,"sku":"","price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_7186.jpg?v=1696968361"},{"product_id":"a-steel-spring-or-butterfly-bit-bit930","title":"A Steel Spring or Butterfly Bit - Bit930","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA hand forged steel spring or butterfly bit.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis would have clipped onto the rings of another bit, creating a double mouthpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions 14cm (5\u0026amp;frac1;\") Long\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight : 97g (3½oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47272553972035,"sku":"","price":12.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_7302.jpg?v=1696968555"},{"product_id":"a-butterfly-horse-bit-bit754","title":"A Butterfly Horse Bit - Bit754","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis curb bit has turning cheeks.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt has a mullen mouthpiece mouthpiece.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is non-magnetic, so probably made of a nickel alloy.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt has no stamps or maker's marks\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is in good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions : Mouthpiece 5¼\" (13.5cm), Cheek length 5¼\" (13.3cm)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight : 508g (1lb 2oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47272576647491,"sku":"","price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_7311.jpg?v=1696968857"},{"product_id":"a-portuguese-military-horse-bit-bit710","title":"A Portuguese Military Horse Bit - Bit710","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is an old military horse bit, I believe from Portugal.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is made of steel which has an aged dark patina.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIts mouthpiece has a medium height port, its shape is similar to many Portugese and Brazilian ports\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe cheeks are flat with shaped sides.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ethey have small half moon shaped snaffle rein slots by the mouthpiece and curb rein rings at their ends, so the bit would function as a pelham.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt has its original steel double link curb chain.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere are no maker's marks or stamps.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions : Mouthpiece 4½\" (11.5cm), Cheek length 7\" (17.8cm)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight : 693g (1lb 8½oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47272589623619,"sku":"","price":40.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_3692.jpg?v=1696969061"},{"product_id":"an-antique-hand-forged-steel-cheek-bit-with-holes-bit774","title":"An Antique Hand Forged Steel Cheek Bit with Third Ring - Bit774","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis old bit was probably made by a local blacksmith\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe straight mouthpiece was made from a length of square section steel.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere are two rectangular holes in the mouthpiece.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere is a single extra loose ring around the mouthpiece - possibly it this was made to be used as a Wilson snaffle on one side of the mouth for a particular horse ?\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt has long turning cheeks with flat bit rings.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere are no identifying marks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions : Mouthpiece 4½\" (11.5cm), Cheeks 7\" (18cm)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight : 373g (13¼oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47272613216579,"sku":"","price":32.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_7306.jpg?v=1696969285"},{"product_id":"a-nickel-ashleigh-or-elbow-bit-bit729","title":"A Nickel Ashleigh or Elbow Bit - Bit729","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis nickel bit shows a lot of wear.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe mouthpiece is half-twisted or reversible.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is stamped \"..rust\", this would have originally read \"Never Rust\" or \"Cannot Rust\".\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe cheeks turn, the joints between the mouthpiece and the cheeks are very worn.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEach has three possible slots for the curb rein - this feature made the bit \"Universal Pattern\", it was often used by the military.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMouthpiece 14cm (5½\") Cheeks 20.2cm (8\")\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight 702g (1lb 8¾oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47272620818755,"sku":"","price":7.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_5435.jpg?v=1696969576"},{"product_id":"antique-cheek-bit-with-rule-jointed-ridged-mouthpiece-bit750","title":"Antique Cheek Bit with Rule Jointed Ridged Mouthpiece - Bit750","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis old steel horse bit has a dark aged patina.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt has full staight cheeks.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe mouthpiece has a central hinge or rule joint.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe reverse of the mouthpiece is ridged, each bar is curved forwards towards the rule joint\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions of bit : Mouthpiece 13cm (5\")\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCheeks 18.5cm (7¼\")\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight 282g (10 oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47272635466051,"sku":"","price":42.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_7338.jpg?v=1696969740"},{"product_id":"antique-hand-forged-ring-bit-bit701","title":"Antique Hand Forged Ring Bit - Bit701","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAn old hand forged steel ring bit with russet surface oxidation.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis severe mouthpiece with its high port and egg shaped ring that acts as a curb is also known as a \"Mameluke\" bit.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe cheeks are curved and can turn.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe bit has swivelling rein loops on the lower parts of the cheeks and the remains of one rein chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions of bit : Mouthpiece 8.5cm (3¼\")\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCheeks 12.5cm (5\")\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOverall length 22cm (9\")\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight 327g (11½ oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47272644182339,"sku":"","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_3393.jpg?v=1696969966"},{"product_id":"an-antique-egg-loop-liverpool-bit-bit764","title":"An Antique Egg Loop Liverpool Bit - Bit764","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis antique bit is made of steel with a dark aged patina.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt has a half twisted or reversible straight mouthpiece.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe cheeks can turn, each cheek has three egg shaped slots for the curb rein.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOne cheek is stamped \"Best\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt has its original curb hooks.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMouthpiece 14.2cm (5½\") Cheeks 25.5cm (10\")\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight 662g (1lb 7½oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47272665710915,"sku":"","price":48.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_7236.jpg?v=1696970216"},{"product_id":"a-19th-century-buxton-coaching-bit-bit778","title":"A 19th Century Buxton Coaching Bit - Bit778","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis 19th Century Buxton coaching bit is made from steel,\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe mouthpiece is half-twisted or reversible.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe cheeks turn and are connected by a curved shackle bar.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe bit still has its original curb hooks.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is a really well made bit but I cannot find any maker's marks or stamps\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions : Mouthpiece 5½\" (14cm), total cheek length 9¾\" (24.5cm)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight : 506g (1lb 2oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47272687436099,"sku":"","price":40.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_7122.jpg?v=1696970513"},{"product_id":"a-daniel-star-trademark-fixed-cheek-elbow-bit-bit797","title":"A Daniel Star Trademark Fixed Cheek Elbow Bit - Bit797","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis steel bit has a dark aged patina.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe mouthpiece is a straight bar and is stamped \"British\".\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe cheeks cannot turn, one is stamped \"Daniel\" and \"Trade Mark\" with a star.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe other is stamped \"Daniel\".\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is a military pattern Ashleigh or elbow bit.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEach has three possible slots for the curb rein.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe bit has its original curb hooks.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe company of Thomas Daniel exported fine quality hand forged horse bits to the United States in the 19th Century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMouthpiece 13.5cm (5¼\") Cheeks 20.5cm (8\")\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight 493g (1lb 1½oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47272706179395,"sku":"","price":48.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_9212.jpg?v=1696970721"},{"product_id":"a-steel-spring-or-butterfly-bit-with-tongue-grid-and-spur-bit771","title":"A Steel Spring or Butterfly Bit with Tongue Grid and Spur - Bit771","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA hand forged steel spring or butterfly bit.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis has a V shaped metal bar protruding from it - presumably to sit on the tongue ?\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere is also a metal stalk perpendicular to the bar which holds a spur rowel. The rowel no longer turns.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThankfully it's difficult to imagine this horror in actual use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions 14.5cm (5¾\") Wide, Tongue Loop 9.3cm (3⅝\") Long, \"Spur\" Height 2.8cm (1¼\")\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight : 222g (8oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47272725020995,"sku":"","price":42.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_9204.jpg?v=1696970938"},{"product_id":"an-antique-steel-liverpool-bit-bit828","title":"An Antique Steel Liverpool Bit - Bit828","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis old steel bit has a dark aged patina.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe straight bar mouthpiece is half-twisted or reversible.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe short cheeks can turn, each has two curb rein slots.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere are no marks or stamps\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMouthpiece 11.5cm (4¼\") Cheeks 16cm (6¼\")\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight 297g (10½oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47273885270339,"sku":"","price":10.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_9207.jpg?v=1697007105"},{"product_id":"an-antique-whistling-horse-bit-bit847","title":"An Antique Whistling Horse Bit - Bit847","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is an antique steel snaffle bit with a dark aged patina.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe mouthpiece is a hollow tube with a slot in the rear and many holes over its surface.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt has freely moving loose rings.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis design of bit may have been used to prevent windsucking or to encourage salivation in the horse's mouth .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions : Mouthpiece 4⅝\" (12cm), total Rings 2⅜\" (6cm)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight : 175g (6¼oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47273888121155,"sku":"","price":38.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_6417_054279c9-edc5-4649-bce3-0e9eeaeed4fe.jpg?v=1697007297"},{"product_id":"an-antique-globe-pelham-bit-bit805","title":"An Antique Globe Pelham Bit - Bit805","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis large antique iron or steel curb bit has fixed cheeks with large lower rings.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is in good condition with a darke aged patina.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe mouthpiece has a low port.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe bit still has its original curb hooks and graduated chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions : Mouthpiece 5⅛\" (13cm), total cheek length 6¾\" (17cm)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight : 814g (1lb 12¾oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47273892544835,"sku":"","price":42.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_9026.jpg?v=1697007522"},{"product_id":"an-antique-banbury-curb-bit-by-cockshoot-of-manchester-bit822","title":"An Antique Banbury Curb Bit by Cockshoot of Manchester - Bit822","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is an antique steel curb bit.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt has a straight mouthpiece which can rotate.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe ends of the mouthpiece pass through slots in the long straight cheeks. This allows the mouthpiece to move up and down slightly and the cheeks can rotate independently.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe mouthpiece of the bit is stamped \"Whippy \u0026amp; Co\" and \"TM\".\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe firm of Whippy Stegall \u0026amp; Co. was a prestigious saddlery company established in the 1790's, they operated at North Audley Street until the second World War.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe bit still has its original curb hooks and rein rings.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt has a leather curb strap which is probably a modern replacement.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions : Mouthpiece 4¾ (12cm), total cheek length ( not including curb rein rings) 7\" (18.2cm)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight : 441g (15½oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47273897263427,"sku":"","price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_9018.jpg?v=1697007725"},{"product_id":"a-19th-century-hanoverian-horse-bit-bit835","title":"A 19th Century Hanoverian Horse Bit - Bit835","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is an old steel Hanoverian horse bit with quite a dark patina.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI wrote a short blog about Hanoverian bits\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"pages\/122182041923\" title=\"Hanoverian horse bits\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt has a medium height port with three rollers on each side of the port.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe rollers still turn freely.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere is a hinge on one side of the port but not the other - this is unusual, perhaps the bit was a special commission.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt has curved cheeks or shanks which turn.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe original curb hooks survive.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions : Mouthpiece 5\" (12.8cm), total cheek length ( not including curb rein rings) 8\" (20cm)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight : 514g (1lb 2oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47273904210243,"sku":"","price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_8354.jpg?v=1697007980"},{"product_id":"a-steel-spring-or-butterfly-bit-with-rowels-bit767","title":"A Steel Spring or Butterfly Bit with Rowels - Bit767","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA hand forged steel spring or butterfly bit.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis was a severe bit, it has a quite large star shaped turning rowel in each ridged arm of the mouthpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions 18.2cm (7¼\") Long\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight : 110g (4oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47273954181443,"sku":"","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_7192.jpg?v=1697009514"},{"product_id":"an-antique-peruvian-horse-bit-bit756","title":"An Antique Peruvian Horse Bit - Bit756","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis hand forged iron bit dates from the 19th Century\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe angled cheeks can still be seen in traditional Peruvian bits for the Paso horse.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe mouthpiece has a high central port with a roller in it.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere are also rollers on each side of the port.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere is a chain or \"Siciliana\" that also fits inside the mouth.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe cheeks turn, They have some simple chiselled decoration.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe cheeks have D-shaped suspension loops at the headstall end and there are swivelling loops at the ends of the cheeks to attach to reins. There is also a curb chain and a shackle or slobber chain joining the two cheeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions : Mouth 4¼\" (10.8cm), Cheek length not including rings 6⅞\" (17.5cm)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight : 612g (1lb 5½oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47273998188867,"sku":"","price":115.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_7319.jpg?v=1697010645"},{"product_id":"an-antique-serreta-noseband-bit765","title":"An Antique Serreta Noseband - Bit765","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis piece is handforged in iron or steel\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt has a curved hollow noseband with serrated edges\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eModern versions are covered in leather, i suspect this was not.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere is a central fixed link and ring in the middle of the noseband.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere is a figure of eight shaped link on each end of the noseband, two rings hang from each of these links.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions : Width of nosepiece 5\" (12.5cm),\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight : 146g (5¼oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47274000646467,"sku":"","price":24.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_7215.jpg?v=1697010871"},{"product_id":"a-lopez-spanish-vaquero-bit-bit758","title":"A Lopez Spanish Vaquero Bit - Bit758","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is a dark steel curb.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt has fixed cheeks with swivelling rein rings on their lower ends.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe cheeks have geometric decoration and each is stamped \"Lopez\".\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThey are joined at their lower ends by a curved shackle or slobber bar.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe mouthpiece has a medium height port.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt has its curb hooks.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is in very good condition\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions : Mouthpiece 4⅝\" (11.8cm), Cheek length not including rings 5½\" (14cm)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight : 500g (1lb 2oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47274004808003,"sku":"","price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_7297.jpg?v=1697011078"},{"product_id":"a-brazilian-horse-bit-bit748","title":"A Brazilian Horse Bit - Bit748","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis steel horse bit comes from Brazil\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt has a medium height port with sleeves or rollers on each side of the mouthpiece.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe turning cheeks have pierced and serrated decoration.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere is a brass disc and a rounded screw head on each cheek - possibly these were designed to unscrew so that the mouthpiece could be changed, but I cannot turn them.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEach cheek ends in a swivelling rein loop.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA shackle or slobber bar joins the cheeks at their lower ends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions : Mouthpiece 4⅛\" (10.5cm), Cheek length 6\" (15.2cm)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight : 503g (1lb 2oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47274008510787,"sku":"","price":38.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_7283.jpg?v=1697011260"},{"product_id":"a-military-rule-jointed-pelham-horse-bit-by-hawkins-bit823","title":"A Military Rule Jointed Pelham Horse Bit by Hawkins - Bit823","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis pelham is made from steel, with quite a dark aged patina\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe mouthpiece has a central hinge or rule-joint.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOne mouthpiece is stamped \"J.H.\" with a broad arrow - an ordnance mark indicating military use.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"J.H.\" stands for John Hawkins who, according to the Saddlery \u0026amp; Harness Journal, was apprenticed to the bit making trade aged nine and set up his own company in 1840, he died in 1891, leaving the company in the hands of his sons James \u0026amp; Benjamin.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe long fine cheeks turn, each ends in a rein loop\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is a really well made bit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions : Mouthpiece 5¼\" (13.2cm), total cheek length ( not including curb rein rings) 7½\" (19.5cm)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight : 314g (11oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47274017194307,"sku":"","price":38.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_8983.jpg?v=1697011488"},{"product_id":"a-small-nickel-scamperdale-pelham-bit787","title":"A Small Nickel Scamperdale Pelham - Bit787","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is a small nickel curb bit with turning cheeks.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt has a mouthpiece that curves forward.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe mouthpiece is partly stamped \"Made in England\".\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe bit has its original curb hooks and chain.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is in good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions : Mouthpiece 4½\" (11.5cm), Cheek length 5\" (12.5cm)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight : 527g (1lb 2½oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47274024501571,"sku":"","price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_7242.jpg?v=1697011745"},{"product_id":"antique-ashleigh-elbow-bit-bit728","title":"Antique Ashleigh Elbow Bit - Bit728","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is an antique steel horse bit with a dark aged patina\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere is a little surface pitting.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt has a half-twisted or reversible mouthpiece.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe lower parts of the cheeks are angled backwards.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEach cheek has two slots for the curb rein.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe bit has its original curb hooks.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere are no visible stamps remaining\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions : Mouthpiece 5¼\" (13.2cm), Cheek length 9\" (22.5cm)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight : 710g (1lb 9oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47274033873219,"sku":"","price":14.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_5090.jpg?v=1697011976"},{"product_id":"a-19th-century-steel-pelham-bit-by-sowter-of-haymarket-london-bit389","title":"A 19th Century Steel Pelham Bit by Sowter of Haymarket, London - Bit389","description":"\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAn antique burnished steel pelham bit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis bit has a half-twisted or reversible straight mouthpiece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBoth cheeks turn, they have their original victorian curb hooks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOne cheek is stamped \"Sowter\" \u0026amp; the other \"Haymarket\". The company of Sowter operated from this address from 1848.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA good quality Victorian Pelham with little wear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions : mouthpiece 12cm (4¾\"), cheeks 19.7cm (7¾\"), not including loops\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight : 471g (1lb ⅝oz)\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47274037543235,"sku":"","price":42.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_2526.jpg?v=1697012199"},{"product_id":"indian-four-ring-horse-bit-bit914","title":"Indian Four Ring Horse Bit - Bit914","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis old horse bit was handmade, the four rings are slightly different sizes It has a jointed mouthpiece.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe bars of the mouthpiece have barbs or sharp protrusions.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe central joint of the bit has partly worn through - so this horrific bit must have been used a lot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMouthpiece 12.5cm (5\")\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight 289g (10oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47274039443779,"sku":"","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_8191.jpg?v=1697012393"},{"product_id":"antique-steel-liverpool-bit-bit951","title":"Antique Steel Liverpool Bit - Bit951","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis old driving bit has a dark patina, its surface is rough in places from old oxidation It has a curved or mullen mouthpiece.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe cheeks can turn, each cheek has two hexagonal slots for the curb rein.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt has its original curb hooks I cannot find any stamps or maker's marks\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMouthpiece 12.5cm (5\") Cheeks 22.5cm (8¾\")\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight 532g (1lb 3oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47274043801923,"sku":"","price":14.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_8186.jpg?v=1697012590"},{"product_id":"an-antique-curb-bit-with-segundo-mouthpiece-by-long-bit941","title":"An Antique Curb Bit with Segundo Mouthpiece by Long - Bit941","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis antique steel bit has slim straight swinging cheeks which can move through 90 degrees, and a Segundo mouthpiece with a port that narrows at its base.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDon Juan de Segundo designed several mouthpieces and described and illustrated them in \"A Treatise on the Bitting of Horses\", part of Benjamin Latchford's 1885 book, \"The Loriner\".\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOne cheek of the bit is stamped with a crown \u0026amp; \"VR\" and the maker's or retailer's stamp \"Long\".\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe other cheek is stamped with a crown and \"VR\".\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe bit still has its original curb hooks and rein rings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions : Mouthpiece 4½ (11.5cm), total cheek length ( not including curb rein rings) 7¾\" (19.8cm)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight : 497g (1lb 1½oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47274064642371,"sku":"","price":52.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_7924.jpg?v=1697013317"},{"product_id":"a-sam-marsh-pelham-horse-bit-bit801","title":"A Sam Marsh Pelham Horse Bit - Bit801","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis pelham is made from steel, with a dark colour\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe flat mouthpiece has a low port.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe cheeks can turn through 90 degrees, allowing the mouthpiece to lie flat in the horse's mouth.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe bit has its original curb hooks.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is not stamped with any maker's mark\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions : Mouthpiece 4½ (11.5cm), total cheek length ( not including curb rein rings) 7\" (17.5cm)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight : 580g (1lb 4oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47274070704451,"sku":"","price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_7790.jpg?v=1697013508"},{"product_id":"a-19th-century-steel-pelham-horse-bit-with-curved-cheeks-bit804","title":"A 19th Century Steel Pelham Horse Bit with Curved Cheeks - Bit804","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis pelham was hand forged in steel, with an aged dark colour\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe mouthpiece has a low port.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe fine fixed cheeks are curved or bowed gently forwards.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere are integral loops for curb reins on the lower parts of the cheeks.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe bit has its original curb hooks.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBoth cheeks have worn stamps - I cannot read these\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions : Mouthpiece 5⅛ (13.2cm), total cheek length ( not including curb rein rings) 7\" (17.5cm)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight : 352g (12½oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47274074407235,"sku":"","price":40.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_7784.jpg?v=1697013734"},{"product_id":"a-nickel-liverpool-bit-bit939","title":"A Nickel Liverpool Bit - Bit939","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis driving bit is made of nickel or a nickel alloy.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt has a half twisted or reversible straight mouthpiece.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe cheeks are fixed, each cheek has two possible slots for the curb rein.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe bit has its original curb hooks and chain The mouthpiece is stamped \"Super Never Rust\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMouthpiece 13.4cm (5¼\") Cheeks 22cm (8¾\")\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight 819g (1lb 13oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47275142709571,"sku":"","price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_7718.jpg?v=1697032115"},{"product_id":"antique-hand-forged-ring-bit-bit940","title":"Antique Hand Forged Ring Bit - Bit940","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAn old steel ring bit with a dark parina and some russet surface oxidation.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis severe mouthpiece with its high port and ring that acts as a curb is also known as a \"Mameluke\" bit.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe short cheeks are curved with punched decoration.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe bit has swivelling rein loops on the lower parts of the cheeks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions of bit : Mouthpiece 11cm (4¼\")\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCheeks 9cm (3½\")\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOverall length 23cm (9\")\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight 509g (1lb 2 oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47275152834883,"sku":"","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_7756.jpg?v=1697032314"},{"product_id":"a-lancashire-constabulary-officers-horse-bit-bit936","title":"A Lancashire Constabulary Officers Horse Bit - Bit936","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA branch or pad cheek steel bit.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe mouthpiece is stamped \"Stainless Steel\". It has a low port.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe fixed cheeks are curved, each bears a rein loop, there is a curved shackle bar.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere is an oval silver coloured cheek boss on each side of the bit.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn the centre of each cheek badge there is a Lancaster rose and a crown, surrounding these there is a border which reads \" Lancashire Constabulary\".\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe crown pictured is the Tudor crown - this means that it is later than Queen Victoria but before Queen Elizabeth II - so 1901-1952.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe bit is in excellent condition and could be used today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions : mouthpiece 12cm (4¾\"), cheeks 19.8cm (7¾\") not including rein loops\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight 738g (1 lb 10 oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47275161616707,"sku":"","price":170.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_7649.jpg?v=1697032520"},{"product_id":"an-antique-banbury-curb-bit-by-cockshoot-of-manchester-bit932","title":"An Antique Banbury Curb Bit by Cockshoot of Manchester - Bit932","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is a heavy antique steel curb bit.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt has a straight mouthpiece which can rotate.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe ends of the mouthpiece pass through slots in the long straight cheeks. This allows the mouthpiece to move up and down slightly and the cheeks can rotate independently.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOne cheek of the bit is stamped \"Cockshoot\" and the other \"Manchester\".\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJoseph Cockshoot started a coachbuilding company in 1744, it became Cockshoot Ltd in 1895, this bit probably dates to the late 19th century.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe bit still has its original curb hooks and rein rings.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere is some light surface oxidation on the bit which could be burnished off.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions : Mouthpiece 5¼ (1cm), total cheek length ( not including curb rein rings) 8½\" (21.8cm)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight : 753g (1lb 10oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47275171348803,"sku":"","price":40.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_7563.jpg?v=1697032772"},{"product_id":"antique-mexican-ring-bit-bit745","title":"Antique Mexican Ring Bit - Bit745","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAn old steel ring bit.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis severe mouthpiece with its high port and ring that acts as a curb is also known as a \"Mameluke\" bit.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis example is handforged in iron or steel which has acquired a dark patina.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe bit has a high port with wires across which would once have supported rollers.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe top of the port has primitive incised decoration in the form of a scallop shell.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA slightly egg-shaped ring hangs from the top of the port. This also has two stripes of incised decoration.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere is a stud on the lower edge of the ring and a hole which would have held another stud.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere is a curved slobber or shackle bar - interestingly this curves upwards, so it is difficult to see how it would fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions of bit : Mouthpiece 10cm (4\")\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCheeks 7.6cm (3\")\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOverall length 25cm (9¾\")\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight 316g (11¼ oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47275184685379,"sku":"","price":40.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_7057.jpg?v=1697033042"},{"product_id":"a-victorian-kings-royal-rifle-corps-bridle-bit713","title":"A Victorian King's Royal Rifle Corps Bridle - Bit713","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis bridle is made of very dark brown \/ black leather.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is lined in red woollen felt with a \"pinked\" or zig-zag edge, but much of this fabric has been lost.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe browband is covered in black leather.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe browband has a black leather rosette with a central silver coloured stud on each end.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe rosettes are threaded onto a flap with a stud closure.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe headstall has keepers which hold the T-bars of a watering bit.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere is a separate headpiece which holds the curb bit\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBoth bits have a set of black reins.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is in very good condition for its age, there is a small amount of surface crackling in places, (please see images)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe steel curb bit has curved cheeks, each would have carried a badge or boss but these have been removed.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe mouthpiece of the bit has a low port and is stamped \"Haymarket\".\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe mouthpiece measures 5 inches (12.5cm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe jointed snaffle bit has T-bars which thread through the square loops of the headstall. One bar is stamped \"Sowter \u0026amp; Co\", the other is stamped \"Haymarket\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRef : Bit713\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47275219452227,"sku":"","price":340.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_3828.jpg?v=1697033700"},{"product_id":"a-vintage-argentinian-gaucho-bridle-bit605","title":"A Vintage Argentinian Gaucho Bridle - Bit605","description":"\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis bridle is made of pale rawhide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt has silver coloured metal decorations on its browband, cheeks and split reins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe bit has a high port with a roller and domed silver bosses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere is a rubbed stamp on the bit but I cannot read it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe reins and cheeks are attached to the bit by loops and braided rawhide \"buttons\".\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47275229512003,"sku":"","price":140.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_9081_2b2ba094-ad16-41c0-a7b6-5026daaa2615.jpg?v=1697034004"},{"product_id":"a-19th-century-double-bridle-bit708","title":"A 19th Century Double Bridle - Bit708","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis finely made tan leather bridle came from the house of a member of the imperial Habsburg family.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIts buckles are covered in very finely stitched leather to protect them from rusting.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt has a steel fixed cheek Weymouth curb bit with a port and a fine steel loose ring bridoon bit.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere is light surface rust on both bits, but these could be burnished off. The bridle is complete except for its reins and the leather is still supple.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47275235803459,"sku":"","price":80.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_3572.jpg?v=1697034266"},{"product_id":"antique-western-bridle-with-basketweave-leather-globe-bit-bit614","title":"Antique Western Bridle with Basketweave Leather \u0026 Globe Bit - Bit614","description":"\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis heavy bridle is made of dark brown coloured leather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe cheeks are embossed with a basketweave pattern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere is a buckle on top of the headpiece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt has old steel globe bit with large round lower rings - I understand that these were made by Buermann but any maker's marks have been lost under the dark patination.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47275242488131,"sku":"","price":140.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_9166_4116be2b-8820-4087-9378-a427d0bb4f5d.jpg?v=1697034525"},{"product_id":"an-antique-globe-pelham-bit-bit757","title":"An Antique Globe Pelham Bit - Bit757","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis large antique iron or steel curb bit has fixed cheeks with large lower rings.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe mouthpiece has a low port.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis was an old bit for a working horse, it was much used, the upper rings show a lot of wear, in fact one has worn through.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe bit still has its original curb hooks and chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions : Mouthpiece 6\" (15cm), total cheek length 6⅜\" (16cm)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight : 558g (1lb 4oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47275254120771,"sku":"","price":32.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_7155.jpg?v=1697034999"},{"product_id":"a-small-nickel-metropolitan-bit-bit918","title":"A Small Nickel Metropolitan Bit - Bit918","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is a small in hand bit for a stallion .\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIts cheeks are shaped as horseshoes.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt has a half twisted or reversible straight mouth which is stamped \"Solid Nickel\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions Mouth 9.2cm (3⅝\"), Rings 6.4cm (2½\")\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight : 245g (8½oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47275293671747,"sku":"","price":14.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_6609.jpg?v=1697035961"},{"product_id":"a-nickel-chifney-in-hand-bit-bit855","title":"A Nickel Chifney In-Hand Bit - Bit855","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is a small 20th Century nickel bit.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is a ring bit with a straight bar mouth.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSuch bits are used to lead strong horses, stallions and those with a tendency to rear.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Chifney was patented in 1805 by the jockey Samuel Chifney Snr.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions of bit : Mouthpiece 8.5cm (3¾\"),\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight 266g (9½ oz)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUnfortunately the new GSPR regulations do not allow this item to be shipped to the EU or Northern Ireland\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47275301994819,"sku":"","price":8.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_6513.jpg?v=1697036158"},{"product_id":"professor-beerys-four-in-one-bit-bit848","title":"Professor Beery's Four in One Bit - Bit848","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is an old steel horse bit with a dark patina.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIts mouthpiece has a single joint,\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere is a small ring attached to each end of the mouthpiece.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere are two large \"cartwheels\" with various divisions loose on the mouthpiece.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"Professor\" Jesse Beery (1861-1945) was an interesting man.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHe was the son of a farmer and became a famous horse trainer, starting the Jesse Beery School of Correspondence in Horsemanship in 1905.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe course was published in eight volumes and a certificate issued to the student on completion of the course.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is still available today.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBack to the bit. As its name suggests depending on how the reins are attached it can function in different ways.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAt its mildest the rein attaches to both the small outer ring of the mouthpiece and the large divided ring at the same time - so the bit functions as a simple jointed snaffle (with cheeks)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf the headstall is attached to the large rings and the reins to the small rings it must function rather like a Wilson snaffle, although those large rings could put a lot of pressure on the sides of the mouth.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe third position for the reins attaches them to the front of the large rings and the small rings at the same time, which must have produced a severe pinching action.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe fourth position had a different arrangement on each side, presumably to correct leaning or some other problem.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Beery family sold their business in the 1970's but the books are still available through www.jessebeery.com\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere are no maker's marks or stamps.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions : Mouthpiece 5¼\" (13.5cm), Large ring diameter 3⅜\" (8.8cm)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight : 339g (12oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47275314282819,"sku":"","price":36.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_6422.jpg?v=1697036364"},{"product_id":"a-crescendo-harness-bit-bit857","title":"A \"Crescendo\" Harness Bit - Bit857","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis silver coloured bit is probably made of a nickel alloy (it is not attracted to a magnet, so cannot be steel).\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt has elongated two part cheek rings.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe mouthpiece has two bars on each side and a central rule joint\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions of bit : Mouthpiece 12.5cm (5\"), Cheeks 8cm (3\") x 5.5cm (2⅛\")\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight : 363g (12¾ oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47275324408131,"sku":"","price":19.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_6405.jpg?v=1697036575"},{"product_id":"a-19th-century-double-mouth-steel-harness-bit-bit854","title":"A 19th Century Double Mouth Steel Harness Bit - Bit854","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAn old steel bit with quite a dark aged patina and a somewhat pitted but stable surface.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt has circular cheeks with hanging loops on the top.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOne straight bar mouthpiece joins the cheeks, although they can turn.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere is a second curved or mullen mouthpiece which passes through horizontal slots in the cheeks so that it can slide and rotate.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions of bit : Mouthpiece 12.5cm (5\"), Cheeks 12.8cm (5\") long \u0026amp; 9cm (3½\")\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight : 436g (15½ oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47275334566211,"sku":"","price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_6411.jpg?v=1697036809"},{"product_id":"a-1945-steel-t-bar-bradoon-or-watering-snaffle-bit727","title":"A 1945 Steel T Bar Bradoon or Watering Snaffle - Bit727","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAn antique steel bit, the surface appears to be plated or tinned.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis has a jointed snaffle mouthpiece. There is a link on each bit ring, which attaches to a T bar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe mouthpiece is stamped \"F.Eglington\" and \"1945\", there are some other marks - possibly part of a broad arrow ?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe bars slot through the lower ends of the bridle cheekpieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese pieces allow the bit to be detached from the bridle, for feeding or watering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe design is commonly used with military bridles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions : mouthpiece 15cm (6\"), cheeks rings 6cm (2⅜\"), bars 13.5cm (5¼\")\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight 423g (15oz)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUnfortunately the new GSPR regulations do not allow this item to be shipped to the EU or Northern Ireland\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47275343708483,"sku":"","price":38.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_4938_42290dac-7313-4ab6-8a90-a8a3c9b811d4.jpg?v=1697037065"},{"product_id":"a-1915-steel-military-elbow-or-portsmouth-bit-bit721","title":"A 1915 Steel Military Elbow or Portsmouth Bit - Bit721","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is an old military Portsmouth or Elbow horse bit\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is made of steel which is dark in places but could be burnished back to a shine.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis design was used by the military because it was a \"universal\" bit - they often had reversible mouthpieces and the choice of rein slots made it suitable for many different horses.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEach cheek has two slots for the curb rein.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOne cheek is stamped with a a large \"L\" possibly \"Q\" a broad arrow or ordnance mark and \"15\".\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe other cheek is stamped \"C α 3\" The bit still has one original curb hook and a nickel replacement.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions : Mouthpiece 5¼\" (13.2cm), Cheek length 7¼\" (18.5cm)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight : 617g (1lb 5¾oz)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47275352719683,"sku":"","price":49.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_4834.jpg?v=1697037315"},{"product_id":"a-vintage-western-curb-bit-bit742","title":"A Vintage Western Curb Bit - Bit742","description":"\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis curb bit probably dates from the early twentieth century.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is made of steel with a dark lacquered finish.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e. The mouthpiece has a medium height narrow port, there is a trace of a stamp on one side of the mouthpiece, but I cannot read it.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe cheeks curve backwards. one is stamped \"2\".\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEach cheek bears a swivelling curb rein ring,.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA curved shackle or slobber bar joins the lower parts of the cheeks, there is a little surface rust on this. The bit still has its original curb hook and chain.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions : mouthpiece 10.4cm (4¾\"), cheeks 16.2cm (6½\") not including rein loops\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight 340g (12 oz)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUnfortunately the new GSPR regulations do not allow this item to be shipped to the EU or Northern Ireland\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47275368055107,"sku":"","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/files\/IMG_5776.jpg?v=1697037558"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0239\/7251\/collections\/bit-link.jpg?v=1695822183","url":"https:\/\/sportingcollection.com\/collections\/horse-bits.oembed?page=14","provider":"Sporting Collection ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}