Bits are an essential part of your horse’s tack and equipment, and choosing the right bit can make a huge difference to your horse’s way of going during your every day riding and competition. Ensuring you have the correct type and size of bit is essential to your horse’s comfort during exercise. Often behavioural problems that occur during ridden exercise can be due to a poorly fitting bit, or the wrong type of bit for your horse, which can cause pain and discomfort in the horse, leading to further problems. Seeking advice on correct bitting for your horse, or changing his bit may help to overcome some of these issues.
Here at Unicorn Saddlery, we have an extensive range of Bits in a wide variety of types, to suit many different horses and disciplines from Neue Schule, Shires and Abbey England. Whether you are looking for a simple snaffle, or a double Pelham bit, you are bound to find something suitable for your horse or pony within our range of Bits here at Unicorn Saddlery. We have a huge selection of snaffles and training bits available in a variety of styles, including Eggbutts, Loose Rings, Full Cheek and Cherry Roller designs. We also have a huge collection of gags and Pelhams, and all the accessories you need to accompany the bit, including curb chains, couplings and bit guards. In addition to our great range of bits for all types of riding, we also supply a Liverpool bit which is ideal for carriage driving, featuring a straight cheek with two slots for a choice of rein positions.
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Acavallo Gel Bit Guards
Acavallo Gel Bit Guard
A great modern improvement on the traditional bit guard this version from Acavello is made from a soft and pliable gel and has a fitted centre to eliminate spinning and any excess movement. Very easy to fit, just heat them in some warm water and pull them on!
Features
Soft & Pliable gel
Eliminates spinning
Stays near the cheek pieces when the the bridle is not...
Cameo Equine Bit Guards
Rubber Bit Guards
Dever Ascot Pelham Roundings
Ascot Quality Leather Pelham Roundings.
These enable the use of one rein when using a pelham bit.
Our roundings are beautifully rolled & come with buckle fastenings. They are sold in pairs.
Available in Black or Brown Leather
Dever Classic Brass Coupling
Quality Brass Coupling with solid brass fittings, also known as a Newmarket Chain. Clips onto bit for the attachment of a lead rein.
Available in two versions
Light weight brass couplingHeavy weight brass coupling
Dever Classic Pelham Roundings
Fine Quality English Leather Pelham Roundings, with Stainless Steel fittings.
These enable the use of one rein when using a pelham bit.
Our roundings come with buckle fastenings and are sold in pairs.
Dever Fulmer Loops
Quality English Leather Hand Made Fulmer Loops. Used to keep Full Cheek Bits in Correct Position. They link the top of the of the Bit with the Cheek Pieces on the Bridle.
Available in Black or Brown leather.
Sold in pairs.
Dever Leather Coupling
English Leather coupling with solid brass fittings, used for attaching lead rein to headcollar or a bridle.
Dever Leather Curb
The Leather curb is used in conjunction with your bit, it is milder than the metal version and helps to help prevent chafing.
Available in Black or Brown leather. Pony, Cob and Full sizes.Sizes measure:-Pony - 5" plus 3 chain links each endCob - 5.5" plus 3 chain links each endFull - 6" plus 3 chain links each end
Dever Leather Gag Cheeks
Fine Quality English Leather hand sewn Gag cheek pieces with Stainless Steel Fittings.
The Gag Cheeks come with a screw fastening for ease when fitting to your Gag bit. The reins attach to the Stainless Steel ring.
One Length 16"/40cm Overall
Buckle 5/8"/16mm wide
Buckle 3/4"/19mm wide
Dever Lip Strap
Used with a double bridle, to keep the curb & shanks in line (on the bit).
Dever Newmarket Chain - Heavy Weight
A quality brass coupling with solid brass fittings from Dever.
This Heavyweight Newmarket chain clips onto your horse's bit for the attachment of a lead rein.
Dever Newmarket Chain - Light Weight
A quality brass coupling with solid brass fittings from Dever.
This lightweight Newmarket chain clips onto your horse's bit for the attachment of a lead rein.
Effol Bit Butter - Apple
For a horse's mouth which is soft as butter- helps the bit to slide more easily into a comfortable position in the horse's mouth- makes the horse more content and increases the riding quality- with the taste of banana- stimulates the chewing activity
Effol Bit Butter - Banana
For a horse's mouth which is soft as butter- helps the bit to slide more easily into a comfortable position in the horse's mouth- makes the horse more content and increases the riding quality- with the taste of banana- stimulates the chewing activity
Effol Bit Butter - Mango
Effol Mouth Butter is ideal for increasing your horse's contentment and riding quality by stimulating the horse's chewing activity when wearing a bit.
Hy Bit Guards
Designed to help prevent the bit from pinching or rubbing on the corners of the horse’s mouth. Can be used with most bits and are ideal for training young or difficult horses. Simply pull on to achieve a secure fit.
Hy Pelham Roundings
Leather Pelham rounding's with either billet or buckle fastenings. Sold in pairs.
Hy Rubber Curb Chain Guard
Fits over the curb chain offering protection
LeMieux Contoured Rubber Bit Guards
Our Contoured Rubber Bit Guards are designed for additional comfort, wherever and however you ride.
Super comfortable and protective, our Contoured Rubber Bit Guards are an invaluable tool for preventing the bit from pinching the corners of your horse's mouth, especially when turning.
They work with most kinds of bits and are particularly useful for training young horses.
LeMieux Curb Chain Guard
Soft gel forms a close fitting cover over the curb chain offering protection without loss of effectiveness.
Shires Bit Guards
Shires Rubber Bit Guards are designed to help prevent the bit pinching the horse's lips, bit guards are most often seen on bridles which have loose ring snaffles. Now easier to put on.
Shires Silicone Bit guards
These Shires silicone bit guards are super stretchy for easy application. Shape is retained once in place. Designed to help prevent the bit pinching the horse's lips, bit guards are most often seen on bridles which have loose ring snaffles. Now easier to put on.
Weatherbeeta Gel Curb Chain Guard
Ultra soft flexible gel rubber for horses that need extra protection from the curb chain. Allows you to apply the desired pressure without causing any discomfort or rubbing.
Cambridge/Port Mouth Pelham
The low port pelham is often known as a Cambridge mouth pelham, and can be good to use on horses with a large tongue or small mouth. The very low port of this pelham bit gives space for the tongue, with no collapse on the bars and no real palate pressure. Pelhams are designed to be used with two reins, the 'snaffle' rein on the larger ring which should have a constant contact, and the curb rein is...
Fixed Cheek Port Mouth Weymouth Set
This is a set of bits for a double bridle. It comprises of a fixed cheek port mouth Weymouth and single jointed eggbutt bradoon.
The Weymouth also known as the curb bit is normally used in conjunction with a bradoon. They are normally used for showing and dressage, worn with a double bridle. The fixed cheek curb bit may be useful for horses that are unsure of the bit, as it doesn't move around too...
Jointed Pelham
The Pelham is a bit that provides additional lever action on the poll. Pressure is applied to the lower jaw bones by the use of a curb chain. In a way the Pelham is a combination of a Weymouth and a bradoon. Pelhams can be used with one or two reins, which enables different rein options. Direct pressure is applied to the horses tongue and bars if the rider only uses the snaffle rein.
The curb chain...
Mullen Mouth Pelham
Mullen Mouth Pelham A Pelham is often used for horses that prove too strong in a snaffle. The leverage action of the Pelham uses poll pressure to gain greater control, whilst placing even pressure on the tongue and the bars of the mouth. The Mullen Mouth Pelham has a basic mouthpiece with a milder action than jointed versions of this bit. This fixed mouthpiece is less mobile in the mouth and applies...
Neue Schule Tranz Angled Lozenge Pelham
Neue Schule Tranz Angled Lozenge Pelham The Pelham is commonly used with horses that prove too strong in a snaffle. It uses a leverage action and poll pressure alongside mouth pressure to give the rider a greater degree of control. The Neue Schule Tranz Angled Lozenge Pelham is ideal for showing, offering aesthetic appeal, comfort and functionality. With a lightweight and elegant cheek design, this...
Shires Hard Rubber Mullen Mouth Pelham
The hard rubber used in this pelham allows less movement but is still thick and gentle. Can be used with double reins or pelham roundings. Mouthpiece thickness: 19mm. Cheek height: 115mm (4.5"), 130mm (5"), 140mm (5.5"-6").
Shires Slotted Cheek Port Mouth Kimblewick
The port allows more room for the tongue, but will also apply pressure to the roof of the mouth. The slots in the D-rings allow for increased leverage on the poll. This bit should be used with care. Also known as a Uttoxeter Kimblewick. Mouthpiece thickness: 14mm. Cheek height: 100mm.
Shires Soft Rubber Mullen Mouth Pelham
This flexible mouth rubber pelham has a thick and soft mouthpiece. Can be used with double reins or pelham roundings. Mouthpiece thickness: 18mm. Cheek height: 110mm (4.5mm), 135mm (5"-5.5").
Show Pelham
Lorina Show Pelham
The Loose ring show Pelham is widely used in showing as an alternative to the Weymouth and Bradoon, it is a very pretty and neat looking bit, a superb show bit. It gives the look of a double bridle as this bit has to be used with a double bridle which has an extra bradoon head slip, as you would have with a Weymouth and Bradoon, this bit also has to worn with two reins.
The Loose...
Sprenger Bemelmans Weymouth
The optimum fit of the Bemelmans Weymouth keeps the horse on the bit. It has a smooth, rounded port and the shape of the mouthpiece is adapted to the sensitive palatal arch. The thickness is tapered towards the centre. The acceptance of this bit results in soft and even distribution of pressure across the entire tongue due to the exceptional form of the mouthpiece. The horse‘s impulse to put...
Sprenger HO Weymouth
This unique Weymouth with its slanting mouthpiece and a smooth, rounded port is angled forward and has fine distribution of pressure on the tongue. The bit takes advantage of the exceptional sensitivity of the tongue ensuring precise rein aids. Suitable for horses that dislike tongue pressure. Brilliant for introducing a horse gently to a Weymouth bit. The slanting mouthpiece encourages the harmony...
Sprenger Satinox Weymouth
The Sprenger Satinox Weymouth Bit is an ergonomically shaped design made of high-quality stainless steel. The Satinox range is characterised by it's excellent workmanship and tested material quality, making it a superb choice for any horse.The satin mouthpiece with its matt surface has a smart appearance and ensures a pleasant feeling on the horse's tongue. The curved shape gives the tongue plenaty...
Weymouth Set Port Mouth
This full sized Weymouth set has a loose ring bradoon to allow more movement.
This Weymouth and Bradoon set is specifically designed for use on double bridles which are often worn for showing or dressage (Elementary level and above). The set includes a loose ring Bradoon with a single joint that allows more movement than a fixed cheek bit and is ideal for horses that are prone to leaning and fixing....
Cheltenham Gag
Cheltenham Gag The Cheltenham Gag has Eggbutt cheeks with holes in which can accept a Gag Cheek. The Gag Cheek (available separately) is a type of extended cheek piece that passes through the holes in the gag bit, with a ring at the base for the reins to fasten to, as opposed to the cheek pieces attaching directly to the bit ring as usual. Like other types of gag, the Cheltenham Gag produces a...
Continental 2 Ring French Link
The french link mouthpiece eliminates the nutcracker action. This is ideally used with two reins or roundings with a single rein for the best effect. Exerts poll pressure and a limited gag action.
Continental 2 Ring Jointed
This is ideally used with two reins or roundings with a single rein for the best effect. Exerts poll pressure and a limited gag action.
Dutch Gag
This stainless steel bit is useful when control is an issue - the three rings offer leverage options to increase the severity. The 5" and smaller sizes of this bit have smaller rings to ensure the bit remains in proportion. Mouthpiece thickness: 21mm. Cheek height: 160mm (4.5", 5"), 180mm (5.5", 6").
Dutch Gag French Link
The French link in this bit means pressure is applied to both sides of the tongue. Some horses with low palates may find this bit more comfortable as the mouthpiece should not come into contact with the palate when the bit is in action. The three rings offer leverage options to increase severity. Mouthpiece thickness: 16mm. Cheek height: 150mm (4.5", 5"), 180mm (5.5”).
English Hackamore
English Hackamore
The Shires English Hackamore forms part of a bitless bridle, and is often used as a solution for horses that cannot be bitted for any reason. It is designed to replace the noseband, and should be fitted in the correct position to avoid restricting the horse's breathing - the ideal position is slightly lower than a regular cavesson noseband, but ensuring it sits on a solid part of...
Neue Schule Pony Tranz Lozenge Universal
Neue Schule Tranz Angled Lozenge Universal
The Neue Schule Tranz Angled Lozenge Universal is a fantastically versatile bit, ideal for a number of disciplines, and particularly suited to fast work such as jumping disciplines. This bit is ideal as an upgrade from a snaffle, as the mouthpiece is mild, but the bit itself provides additional pressure points in a subtle way to gain better control. The Neue...
Neue Schule Tranz Angled Lozenge Elevator
A Showjumping favourite that sits them on their hocks and helps make tight turns. Designed for extra control, outline and much more help with straightness and turning. Often the answer for the very enthusiastic horse with a sensitive mouth that may even be prone to rubs, chafing etc. A curb strap may be employed on the top ring for extra control. Often used as a flat work training tool on the main...
Neue Schule Tranz Angled Lozenge Universal
Neue Schule Tranz Angled Lozenge Universal The Neue Schule Tranz Angled Lozenge Universal is a fantastically versatile bit, ideal for a number of disciplines, and particularly suited to fast work such as jumping disciplines. This bit is ideal as an upgrade from a snaffle, as the mouthpiece is mild, but the bit itself provides additional pressure points in a subtle way to gain better control. The...
Shires Tom Thumb Waterford
Shires Tom Thumb Waterford
The lifting effect at the front offers more control and precision making it good for jumping. It is also used generally for horses that tend to lean owing to its uplifting action. The cheeks reinforce the turning aids and will not pull through the mouth. The Tom Thumb Cheeks are allowed for Pony Club, Showjumping and Eventing. Brass alloy assists with salivation, along with...
Shires Two Ring Sweet Iron Gag
Moving the rein between the main ring and bottom ring allows more control. Sweet iron and copper encourages the horse to be softer in the mouth. The 5" and smaller sizes of this bit come with shorter cheeks to ensure the bit remains in proportion with the smaller head. Raised copper ribs encourage salivation making this bit ideal for dry mouthed horses and also helps to encourage lightness for horses...
Whether you are looking for a versatile bit for everyday riding, or something a little more specialised for a particular discipline, there is bound to be a suitable product here at Unicorn Saddlery to suit yours and your horses' requirements.
If you would like some advice or guidance on purchasing any products from our range of Bits, or if you would like some further information on our range or sizes available, please call and speak to one of our friendly, knowledgeable team members on 01823 481484, or e-mail shop@unicornsaddlery.com. We are happy to help and offer advice to our customers.