Product Description
Pelham Snaffle Horse Bit Jointed Rubber Mouth
It has elements of both a curb bit and a snaffle bit.Like all curb bits, a Pelham bit has a mouthpiece, shanks with both purchase and lever arms, a ring for rein attachment at the bottom of the shank, and a curb chain.
A Pelham works on several parts of a horse's head, depending on which rein is applied. The mouthpiece acts when either the snaffle or curb rein is applied and puts pressure on the bars, tongue, and lips of the horse. The curb chain and design of the mouthpiece can alter the degree of pressure placed on the horse's mouth.
The roof of the mouth is affected if the bit mouthpiece of the Pelham has a high port or if it is jointed. Pressure on the poll occurs when the curb rein is engaged, and pressure is directly related to the length of the upper shank (purchase arm) in relation to the lower shank (lever arm). All Pelham’s apply some pressure on the poll. Pressure is applied to the chin groove by the curb chain when the curb rein is used.
Single jointed
The single jointed action enables the rider to put more pressure on one side of the mouth than the other, and hence has better communication and control over the horse.
Rubber
Rubber Mouthpiece feels warm to the horse’s mouth so it is easily accepted by the horses that do not accept stainless steel. The rubber mouthpiece is also useful for horses with sensitive bars or tongues.
Measurements
Mouthpiece thickness - 15mm
Cheek Length - 140mm
Cheek Ring – 45x6mm
