Trust Sweet Iron 3-Ring Gag Bit Dr. Bristol Copper Plate 16mm 12.5

Trust Bit Sweet Iron 3-Ring Snaffle Dr. Bristol Copper Plate 16mm 12.5

In a nutshell

• Manufacturer: Trust Equestrian
• Material: Sweet Iron
• Side piece: 3-Ring
• Mouthpiece: Dr. Bristol
• Hardness:
• Bit thickness: 20mm
• Size: 12.5cm

Trust Equestrian bits are selected with the utmost care and made from the most suitable materials. Today, we would like to introduce you to the Trust Bit Sweet Iron 3-Ring Snaffle Dr. Bristol Copper Plate 16mm 12.5 from the Trust Equestrian range in more detail:

The Trust Bit Sweet Iron 3-Ring Snaffle Dr. Bristol Copper Plate 16mm 12.5 is made of Sweet Iron and equipped with 3-ring side pieces. The mouthpiece of this bit is a Dr. Bristol, meaning a plate as the central piece of a double-jointed mouthpiece. The bit has a width of 12.5 centimeters. This mouthpiece size is generally well-suited for athletic thoroughbreds.

Bit Thickness

The mouthpiece has a thickness of 20 millimeters at its thickest point, making it a rather 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, cold-blooded 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 features of the horse's mouth. You can use your fingers to test how much space there is between the tongue and the palate.

Bit Material

Sweet Iron

Trust's Sweet Iron bits are made of steel. The bits are designed to develop surface rust 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 innovation 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.

Mouthpiece

Dr. Bristol

The Dr. Bristol mouthpiece is a double-jointed mouthpiece with a flat center piece. The center plate in a Dr. Bristol is angled and flat-edged. It primarily acts on the tongue with a sharp effect due to the straight, angled plate and with a lesser angle on the bars. This mouthpiece helps with strong horses.

Side Piece

3-Ring

The three-ring bit combines effective lateral restriction, leverage, and lifting action in one bit. The degree of action is chosen by the different rein attachment options. When attached to the lower ring, the giving rein applies the action of a short lever to the bit. The 3-ring bit is often used to test the horse's reaction to leverage.