Cheltenham Copper Gag - (Item043)

Bits with Copper Mouthpieces

Stainless steel bits can have quite a bitter taste to them which some horses don’t particularly like. Copper Mouthpieces are a warmer feel to the horses mouth, those horses that do not accept stainless steel very well sometime accept the copper mouthpieces a lot better, they are renown for helping the horse to salivate and mouth the bit.

The Cheltenham Gag has Eggbutt cheeks which are a fixed cheek bit, this may be useful for horses that are a bit unsure of the bit as it doesn’t move around to much in the mouth, it should encourage the horse to stretch into the contact. An eggbutt bit would be less suitable if your horse is prone to leaning or taking hold of the bit. The poll pressure encourages the horse to lower the head becoming round giving an outline and gives great help with breaks, and is normally superb used on strong horses. This bit would be useful if your horse goes on the forehand or is heavy on the front end, it should encourage your horse to lift up off the forehand and ride from the quarters.