Shires Hollow Mouth Loose Ring Snaffle

Shires Hollow Mouth Loose Ring Snaffle Bit

The hollow mouthpiece featured on the Shires Hollow Mouth Loose Ring Snaffle allows this bit to stay very lightweight, while distributing pressure evenly over the bars and lips along with the single joint centre. A great option for horses who tend to prefer a move movable contact and may tend to lean or take hold of an Eggbutt alternative. Made of Stainless Steel, the bit is very hard wearing, easy to clean and will not rust or tarnish.

Shires Hollow Mouth Loose Ring Snaffle Key Features:

• Hollow mouthpiece ensures the bit remains lightweight.
• Exerts an even pressure on the lips and bars of the mouth.
• A good alternative to an Eggbutt Snaffle.
• Can be used by more novice riders safely.
• Available in 6 sizes.
• This bit is BD Legal.

To measure your horse for a bit:

1. Having first selected the correct height stand in front of your horse (for safety, with your face turned to one side) and with your hands hold a contact with the bit. Approximately 5mm (1/4 inch) on each side is correct (a little more can be allowed for loose rings). As a guide there should be space to fit one finger between the horse's lips and bits ends on both sides. 

There should be adequate space on both sides to clear the lips to prevent pinching but not so much that the bit can slide across the mouth.

2. Remove the bit and lay it flat on a firm surface. Measure between the two corners of the bit, inside to inside (C) to find the width size of your horse's mouth.