Trust Sweet Iron Waterford Snaffle Bit 16mm 11.5

Trust Bit Sweet Iron Bridoon Snaffle Waterford Multi-link Mouthpiece 16mm 11.5

In a nutshell

• Manufacturer: Trust Equestrian
• Material: Sweet Iron
• Cheekpiece: Bridoon Snaffle
• Mouthpiece: Multi-link
• Hardness:
• Bit thickness: 16mm
• Size: 11.5cm

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 Bridoon Snaffle Waterford Multi-link Mouthpiece 16mm 11.5 bit from the Trust Equestrian range in more detail:

The Trust Sweet Iron Bridoon Snaffle Waterford Multi-link Mouthpiece 16mm 11.5 bit is made of Sweet Iron and equipped with smaller cheekpieces as a bridoon snaffle for Weymouth bits. The mouthpiece of this bit is a Waterford or multi-link. The bit has a width of 11.5 centimeters. This mouthpiece size is generally well suited for athletic thoroughbreds.

Bit thickness

The bit is 16mm thick, measured at its thickest point in the area of the horse's lips. This makes it a rather medium-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.

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

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

Bit material

Sweet Iron

Sweet Iron bits are made of steel. The bits have been developed so that surface rust forms 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

Multi-link/Waterford

A multi-link or Waterford mouthpiece consists of a series of rounded links. It is a flexible bit that conforms to the horse's mouth and creates even pressure. It can move in all directions, making it difficult for the horse to lean on the bit, allowing the rider to maintain proper control. In soft hands, this mouthpiece is soft and kind, but with a strong hand, the bit can be sharp.

Cheekpiece

Bridoon Snaffle

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