Sprenger KK Ultra Aurigan Double Broken Olive Head Loose Ring Snaffle 14mm

Sprenger KK Ultra-Olive Head Bradoon Aurigan Double Jointed 14mm

In a Nutshell

• Manufacturer: Sprenger
• Material: Aurigan
• Side piece: Bradoon
• Mouthpiece: double jointed
• Hardness:
• Bit thickness: 14mm
• Size: cm

The Sprenger team continuously works on innovative products to further optimize the design and effectiveness of their bits. Today, we would like to introduce you to the Sprenger KK Ultra-Olive Head Bradoon Aurigan Double Jointed 14mm from the Sprenger range:

The bit Sprenger KK Ultra-Olive Head Bradoon Aurigan Double Jointed 14mm is made of Aurigan and features smaller side pieces as a bradoon for Weymouth bits. The mouthpiece of this bit is double jointed.

Bit Thickness

The mouthpiece has a thickness of 14 millimeters at its thickest point, making it a medium-thick mouthpiece.

Comparison values: normal warmbloods 16 - 18mm, ponies usually 10 - 14mm, thoroughbreds 12 - 16mm, and particularly large warmbloods, draft horses, and Shire Horses usually 18mm and larger.

Bradoons for Weymouth bits usually have a thickness of 12mm to 14mm.

When selecting 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.

Bit Material

Aurigan

Aurigan consists of 85% copper, silicon, and zinc. To keep copper nickel-free, more complex production steps are necessary, which makes the material more expensive, which is why Sprenger's Aurigan bits are higher priced than bits made of stainless steel or Argentan.

Manufacturer Information

Sprenger

The family-run business has existed since 1872 and specializes in metal processing, whether it's boat fittings, stirrups, or bridles. H.S. Sprenger is one of the most renowned manufacturers in the equestrian, canine, and boating sports industries. The company stands for high-quality standards and innovation. Examples include the development of the metal alloys Aurigan and Sensogan, which are used for their bits.

Mouthpiece

Double Jointed

The double-jointed mouthpiece is one of the most common mouthpieces on the market. This mouthpiece has two hinges, is more shaped towards the mouth, and lies somewhat looser in the horse's mouth. This bit applies pressure to the tongue, the bars, and the corners of the mouth. This bit should not be used on horses with narrow lower jaws. The hinge points can press on the bars, which can lead to sores. Compared to a single-jointed bit, this bit exerts more pressure on the tongue.

Side Piece

Bradoon

The bradoon is used in combination with a Weymouth bit. It is available in single and double-jointed mouthpiece variations. The difference from other snaffle bits lies in the rings (e.g., olive head rings), which are significantly smaller than the rings of normal bits. The bradoon is usually chosen half to a full centimeter larger than the Weymouth bit, as the Weymouth bit is a straight bar and the bradoon is jointed.