Trust Bit Sweet Iron Liverpool 2-Slots double jointed 16mm 12.5

Trust Sweet Iron Liverpool 2-Slots Double Jointed Bit 16mm 12.5

In a nutshell

• Manufacturer: Trust Equestrian
• Material: Sweet Iron
• Cheek piece: Driving curb bit
• Mouthpiece: double jointed
• Hardness:
• Bit thickness: 16mm
• Size: 12.5cm

Trust Equestrian bits are selected with the utmost care and made from the most suitable materials. Today, we would like to present the Trust Sweet Iron Liverpool 2-Slots Double Jointed Bit 16mm 12.5 from the Trust Equestrian range in more detail:

The Trust Sweet Iron Liverpool 2-Slots Double Jointed Bit 16mm 12.5 is made of Sweet Iron and equipped with driving curb bit cheek pieces. The mouthpiece of this bit is double jointed. The bit has a width of 12.5 centimeters. The 12.5cm mouthpiece size is usually ideal for Thoroughbreds.

Bit thickness

The mouthpiece has a thickness of 16mm at its thickest point, making it a medium-strong mouthpiece.

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

When choosing 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

Sweet Iron bits are made of steel. The bits have been designed so that surface rust develops upon contact with air and moisture. This tastes sweet and stimulates saliva production, making horses 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 rigorously controlled for quality.

Mouthpiece

Double jointed

Double jointed mouthpieces are suitable for many horses. This mouthpiece has two joints, is more shaped towards the mouth, and lies a little looser in the horse's mouth. This bit exerts pressure on the tongue, the bars, and the corners of the mouth. This bit should not be used on horses with narrow lower jaws. The joints can press on the bars with a narrow lower jaw. The double jointed bit exerts more pressure on the tongue compared to single jointed bits.

Cheek piece

Driving curb bits

Driving curb bits like the Trust Sweet Iron Liverpool 2-Slots Double Jointed Bit 16mm 12.5 are specially suited for the needs of driving horses. There are several types of driving curb bits.

Liverpool Bit The Liverpool bit is a classic driving bit and offers several options for rein attachment. The Liverpool bit is usually available with short or long shanks. It is also possible to tilt the angle of the port forward. This forward tilt relieves pressure on the bars and acts more on the tongue.

Post Bit The Post bit is also a classic driving curb bit and is commonly used for rural harnessing. It offers two options for rein attachment. Attaching the reins to the lower ring creates leverage. When attached to the upper ring, this leverage is absent, and the bit becomes a snaffle bit.