Product description
Trust Bit Sweet Iron Beval Dr. Bristol Copper Plate 16mm 14.5
In a nutshell
- Manufacturer: Trust Equestrian
- Material: Sweet Iron
- Cheek Piece: Universal
- Mouthpiece: Dr. Bristol
- Hardness:
- Bit Thickness: 20mm
- Size: 14.5cm
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 Sweet Iron Beval Dr. Bristol Copper Plate 16mm 14.5 bit from the Trust Equestrian range in a little more detail:
The Trust Sweet Iron Beval Dr. Bristol Copper Plate 16mm 14.5 bit is made of Sweet Iron and equipped with so-called Universal rings. The mouthpiece of this bit is a Dr. Bristol, which means it has a flat plate as the center piece of a double-jointed mouthpiece. The bit has a mouthpiece size of 14.5 centimeters. This mouthpiece size is generally well suited for very large warmbloods.
Bit Thickness
The mouthpiece has a thickness of 20 millimeters at its thickest point. This makes 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, 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.
Bit Material
Sweet Iron
Sweet Iron bits are made of steel. The bits are designed so that surface rust forms on 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 plate as the center piece. The center plate in a Dr. Bristol is angled and flat-edged. It primarily acts on the tongue with a sharp action due to the straight, angled plate and with a smaller angle on the bars. This bit can be useful for strong horses or those that go against the hand.
Cheek Piece
Universal/Swivel
The Universal bit, also called Beval or Swivel, usually has rings as cheek pieces with internal loops at the top and bottom. These allow for additional attachment of cheek pieces and reins, which makes the bit very flexible. With the Beval, the mouthpiece is attached in a central axis of the ring.
