An anatomical double jointed snaffle bit from Lippo with brass rollers and loose rings. Made of stainless steel and coated with blue Sweet Iron, which, together with the rollers’ stimulation of tongue activity, encourages the horse’s chewing reflex and increases salivation.
A double jointed bit has two joints, allowing it to conform optimally to the horse’s natural anatomy. The central part lies flat on the horse’s tongue, distributing pressure evenly throughout the mouth—unlike a single jointed bit, where the joint puts more pressure on the outer parts of the tongue, the bars, and the roof of the mouth. This bit also has a slightly curved shape, which further reduces pressure on the bars, making it milder than a standard double jointed bit.
Loose ring bits are more flexible and allow the horse to influence the bit’s position, unlike fixed ring bits that remain more stable in the horse’s mouth but offer less flexibility. Loose rings provide quicker release, making them very suitable for beginner riders. However, they are generally recommended for more experienced horses, as young or untrained horses, or those that struggle to find contact, often benefit more from fixed ring bits that offer greater support.
The bit’s thickness is 12 mm.