A high-quality double jointed eggbutt bit from Lippo with fixed rings and Lock Up function. The bit is made of stainless steel and coated with blue Sweet Iron, which stimulates the horse’s chewing reflex and increases salivation.
A double jointed bit has two joints, allowing it to adapt optimally to the horse’s natural anatomy. The central piece lies flat on the horse’s tongue, distributing pressure evenly throughout the mouth, unlike a single jointed bit where the joint applies more pressure to the outer parts of the tongue, the bars, and the palate. The Lock Up function locks the bit at a certain angle and prevents it from folding completely, thus avoiding the nutcracker effect that some single jointed bits can have.
Bits with fixed eggbutt rings sit more steadily in the horse’s mouth than bits with loose rings, which are more flexible and allow the horse to influence the bit’s position. Fixed-ring bits are often recommended for young horses, horses in training, or those that struggle to find contact with the bit. They generally offer more support. However, more experienced horses may benefit from loose-ring bits, as they provide quicker release, making them well-suited for beginner riders as well.
The bit’s thickness is 16 mm.