Hanging Cheek French Bit
Hanging Cheek French Bit uses pressure on the poll as the cheek piece has an extra ring above the snaffle ring where the bridle cheek pieces are attached to.This poll pressure encourages the horse to lower the head and come on to the bit especially useful for horses that have a high head carriage. The French link has proved one of the most popular mouthpieces; it has 2 joints, which means the pressure...
Loop Ring Show Bit French Link
Loop Ring Show Bit French Link, this loop ring wilkie style french link snaffle bit is a very popular bit for ponies in need of extra brakes. The wilkie snaffle has an action similar to a continental, utilising pressure on the poll and raising the bit in the horses mouth to achieve additional control with resorting to a stronger mouthpiece. The loop ring applies this action but to a milder degree,...
Loose Ring Waterford Bit
Loose Ring Waterford Bit can be a comfortable bit for a horse as long as the rider has sympathetic hands. The mouthpiece is made up of a series of rounded links, that is similar to a chain and can be manipulated by the horse allowing him to swallow and move his mouth freely. If the horse pulls whilst wearing the waterford, the mouthpiece is uncomfortable and usually the horse will not lean on it. The...
Eggbutt Hollow Mouth Snaffle Bit
Eggbutt Hollow Mouth Snaffle Bit with a jointed mouthpiece is made from stainless steel using the investment cast, lost wax method for the highest quality finish. The eggbutt hollow mouth jointed snaffle is thought to be one of the simplest bits, and can be good for novice horses or riders as the eggbutt cheek prevents too much vibration from the riders rein being felt by the horse.The lightweight...
Show Jump Jointed 2 Ring Bit
Show Jump Jointed 2 Ring Bit the Continental Gag should be worn with 2 reins preferably; the first rein should be used on the snaffle ring, which is the first ring adjacent to the mouthpiece. When the first rein is attached to the snaffle rein it is used just like a loose ring hanging cheek bit, which uses poll pressure and lip pressure due to the sliding loose ring also applies various pressures in...
Show Jump Jointed 3 Ring Gag
Show Jump Jointed 3 Ring Gag the Continental Gag should be worn with 2 reins preferably or a pelham rounding; the first rein should be used on the snaffle ring, which is the first ring adjacent to the mouthpiece. When the first rein is attached to the snaffle rein it is used just like a loose ring hanging cheek bit, which uses poll pressure and lip pressure due to the sliding loose ring also applies...
Loop Ring Show Bit
Loop Ring Show Bit this loop ring wilkie style snaffle bit is a very popular bit for ponies in need of extra brakes. The loop ring show snaffle has an action similar to a continental, utilising pressure on the poll and raising the bit in the horses mouth to achieve additional control with resorting to a stronger mouthpiece. The loop ring applies this action but to a milder degree, and with a much neater...
Sweet Iron Tom Thumb Bit
Sweet Iron Tom Thumb Bit this is a popular bit amongst showjumpers, being similar in action to an American gag but without the action of the mouthpiece being raised up in the horses mouth. The shank of the Tom thumb bit gives leverage and encourages the horse to keep his carriage lower as well as providing brakes. The combination of sweet iron and copper makes the bit very palatable and almost all...
Dressage Eggbutt Snaffle Bit
Dressage Eggbutt Snaffle Bit this Stainless Steel small ring dressage eggbutt snaffle with single joint mouthpiece. Please note this bit can be used as a small ring eggbutt but is also a bradoon bit.
Eggbutt Snaffle Bit
Eggbutt Snaffle Bit is made from stainless steel using the investment cast, lost wax method for the highest quality finish. Some horses often Arab or thoroughbred type, dislike a single joint as they have a low palette, in this case a french link or double jointed mouthpiece often keeps the horse relaxed in his mouth more than a single joint. The eggbutt jointed snaffle is thought to be one of the...
Loose Ring French Thin Bit
Loose Ring French Thin Bit this bit suits horses with large tongues or small mouths, and those that tend to lean on thicker bits. The loose ring french link is often favoured by horses as the lack of palette pressure makes the bit more comfortable and relieves pressure on the horses bars. Often wrongly mistaken for a Dr Bristol, the french link snaffle is a very kind bit, as the central plate is shaped...
Loose Ring French Thick Bit
Loose Ring French Thick Bit is often favoured by horses as the lack of palate pressure makes the bit more comfortable and relieves pressure on the horses bars. Often wrongly mistaken for a Dr Bristol, the french link snaffle is a very kind bit, as the central plate is shaped and lies flat on the tongue passively. The loose ring french bit enhances feel and communication through the reins between horse...
Sweet Iron Loose Ring Copper Roller Bit
Sweet Iron Loose Ring Copper Roller Bit this sweet iron and copper combination provides the horse with a warm and pleasant tasting bit. The roller in the centre is rough creating an uneven surface, which increases the bit's severity.
Stainless Steel Spurs
Spurs made from stainless steel, these are quality riding spurs suitable for all equestrian disciplines and affordable for everyone's budget.
Loose Ring Lozenge Bit
Loose Ring Lozenge Bit this is a kind loose ring lozenge bit with a sweetie shape centre. Ideal for schooling withouth the nutcracker action. The loose rings discourages the horse from leaning on the bit whilst the lozenge softens the contact. A very popular schooling bit which is kind on the mouth and not too chunky in style.
Chifney Bit
Chifney Bit or commonly known as an anti rearing bit. The chifney can be clipped onto the three D's of the headcollar, and the U shaped mouth digs into the tongue if the horse tries to rear. Not a kind bit, as it is thin and therefore very sharp and needs to be used carefully. You could purchase a bradoon strap to use with this chifney or simply purchase one that is complete with the chifney sewn onto...
Loose Ring Hollow Jointed Bit
Loose Ring Hollow Jointed Bit these loose ring jointed snaffles have long been regarded as one of the kindest bits to ride your horse in and a lot of youngsters are put into them after breaking. They have lost favour in the modern bitting world as more is now known about the horses mouth, and generally there is less room for a thick bit to sit comfortably. Larger horses with plenty of space for a bit...
Impulsion Anti-mark Spurs
Impulsion Anti-mark Spurs a non-marking impulse spur 30 mm in length. The rolls on the neck are constructed in a way that they roll along the horse's body without causing any pain. They give a fresh impulse to let the horse feel a soft riders aid. The horses are motivated and enhance performance.
Loose Ring Jointed Bradoon Bit
Loose Ring Jointed Bradoon Bit is a simple piece that acts in a similar manner to a Snaffle bit. Bradoons are generally used in conjunction with a curb bit, and when used together the bradoon should be 1/4" to 1/2" longer than the curb for them to Read more. both lie comfortably in the mouth. A bradoon can be used on its own, specifically for ponies as the rings are smaller than those of a normal...
Loose Ring French Bradoon Bit
Loose Ring French Bradoon Bit bradoons are generally used in conjunction with a curb bit, and when used together the bradoon should be 1/4" to 1/2" longer than the curb for them to Read more. both lie comfortably in the mouth. A bradoon can be used on its own, specifically for ponies as the rings are smaller than those of a normal sized snaffle rings. When used on its own it has the effect of a snaffle...
Dressage Eggbutt French Snaffle Bit
Dressage Eggbutt French Snaffle Bit a small ring dressage eggbutt snaffle with french link. Perfect either to use as the bradoon bit with a weymouth bit, or in the smaller sizes, perfect for small ponies.
Loose Ring Magic Bit
Loose Ring Magic Bit with a Cambridge mouth snaffle, also commonly referred to as the magic bit is a bit often used on ponies. Its straight mouthpiece with a gentle port, is thin enough to allow plenty of room for the tongue and has a neat ring. The magic bit often encourages the pony to relax and accept the contact far more than a jointed bit and has gained popularity as often more control is achieved...
Loose Ring Thin Jointed Bradoon Bit
Loose Ring Thin Jointed Bradoon Bit is a simple piece that acts in a similar manner to a Snaffle bit. Bradoons are generally used in conjunction with a curb bit, and when used together the bradoon should be 1/4" to 1/2" longer than the curb for them to both lie comfortably in the mouth. A bradoon can be used on its own, specifically for ponies as the rings are smaller than those of a normal sized snaffle...
Nylon In Hand Snaffle Bit
Nylon In Hand Snaffle Bit this Nylon snaffle with brass/silver rings is a bit suitable for in hand work only, and is a good bit to start mouthing a youngster with. The nylon snaffle has small rings that are less likely to get caught up if the young horse rubs his mouth on anything, and the mouthpiece is warm to the touch and not too thick as to feel uncomfortable. The brass/silver ring nylon snaffle...
Haynet Horsehage Large (glhh)
Haynet Horsehage Large (glhh) Horsehage haynet in a large size a bestseller at Townfields Saddlers. Small holes for slower feeding and a strong rope top makes it a yard essential.
White Fillis Slope Treads
Slope Fillis Stirrup Treads help to keep your feet within the stirrup in a good position. Some riders prefer them to the standard flatter treads. These treads suit the fillis irons with the slightly deeper bottom.
Haynet Horsehage Nets Small (ghh)
Horsehage HayNet Small are durable small holed haynets designed for use with haylage or horsehage. Small in size they are ideal for a wedge of hay, Pull cord top with no rings.
Fillis Treads Black
These treads are only suitable for the fillis irons.
Rubber Stirrup Treads Buckley
Rubber Stirrup Treads fit the standard stirrup irons, peacock irons and bent irons.
>Durable ridged rubber construction for grip
> Get improved grip on your stirrups
> Sold in pairs
Buckley Bits
Buckley Bits based in Northampton have been supplying quality stainless steel horse bits, stirrup irons and horse essentials for many years. All the horse bits are carefully made and engineered to a high standard. From the latest blue sweet iron bits to snaffles, eggbutts, full cheeks and pelhams, Buckley Bits offer a marvellous choice for the horse owner.
Always keeping fresh with current bitting trends browse Buckley Bits at Townfields for all the essentials you need.