Sprenger Aurigan Loose Ring Snaffle 18mm

Sprenger Loose Ring Snaffle Aurigan Single Jointed 18mm

The bit is 18mm thick, measured at the thickest point in the area of the horse's lips. It is therefore a moderately thick mouthpiece.

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

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

The Sprenger team continuously works on innovative bits to further optimize the design and effectiveness of the bits. Today we would like to introduce you to the Sprenger Loose Ring Snaffle Aurigan Single Jointed 18mm from the Sprenger range in more detail:

The bit Sprenger Loose Ring Snaffle Aurigan Single Jointed 18mm is made of Aurigan and equipped with loose ring sides, i.e. rings. The mouthpiece of this bit is single jointed.

Bit Thickness

Cheeks

Loose Ring Snaffle

A loose ring characterizes a loose ring snaffle. A movable ring means greater mobility of the bit in the mouth. The Sprenger Loose Ring Snaffle Aurigan Single Jointed 18mm is therefore ideal for beginners and horses that are somewhat inactive in the mouth.

Mouthpiece

Single Jointed

The single jointed mouthpiece has a hinge in the middle, which puts less pressure on the tongue than a double jointed mouthpiece. A single jointed mouthpiece primarily exerts pressure on the bars and the 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

Aurigan

Aurigan consists of 85% copper, silicon and zinc. To keep copper nickel-free, more complex work steps are necessary, which make 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 boat fittings, stirrups or bridles. H.S. Sprenger is one of the most famous manufacturers in the equestrian, dog and boating industries. The company stands for high quality standards and innovation. Examples of this are the development of the metal alloys Aurigan and Sensogan, which are used for their bits.

In a nutshell

• Manufacturer: Sprenger
• Material: Aurigan
• Cheeks: Loose Ring Snaffle
• Mouthpiece: Single Jointed
• Hardness:
• Bit Thickness: 18mm
• Size: cm