Premier Equine Brass Alloy Tom Thumb Bit with Waterford Mouth
£39.60

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Description

The Premier Equine Brass Alloy Tom Thumb Bit with Waterford Mouth is a loose ring, shank-sided bit featuring a brass alloy Waterford mouthpiece made up of moving ball links. Available in four sizes from 4.5 Inch (114mm) to 6 Inch (152mm), it is rated as moderate strength and is ideally suited to experienced riders.

  • Loose ring, shank sides
  • Brass alloy Waterford mouthpiece comprised of moving ball links
  • Can help combat problems such as leaning, taking hold of the bit and jaw setting
  • Can help to lift horses off the forehand
  • Exerts poll pressure
  • Ideally used by experienced riders
  • Needs to be fitted 1/4" - 1/2" wider than standard
  • This bit is NOT BD Legal
  • Bit strength: Moderate

Colour: Metal
Sizes available: 4.5 Inch (114mm), 5 Inch (127mm), 5.5 Inch (140mm), 6 Inch (152mm)

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Specifications
Brand Premier Equine
Bit Type Tom Thumb
Mouthpiece Waterford (moving ball links)
Material Brass alloy
Sides Loose ring, shank sides
Bit Strength Moderate
Poll Pressure Yes
BD Legal No
Fitting Note Fit 1/4" - 1/2" wider than standard
Recommended Rider Experienced riders
Colour Metal
Size Range 4.5 Inch (114mm), 5 Inch (127mm), 5.5 Inch (140mm), 6 Inch (152mm)
Frequently Asked Questions
What sizes does the Premier Equine Tom Thumb Waterford Bit come in?
This bit is available in four sizes: 4.5 Inch (114mm), 5 Inch (127mm), 5.5 Inch (140mm), and 6 Inch (152mm).
How should this bit be fitted compared to a standard bit?
Premier Equine recommend fitting this Tom Thumb Waterford Bit 1/4" to 1/2" wider than you would a standard bit, due to the design of the Waterford mouthpiece.
Is this bit legal for British Dressage (BD) competitions?
No, this bit is NOT BD Legal and should not be used in British Dressage affiliated competitions.
What type of rider is this bit designed for?
This bit is ideally used by experienced riders. The shank sides exert poll pressure, making correct and sympathetic use of the aids important.
What problems can the Waterford mouthpiece help address?
The moving ball link Waterford mouthpiece can help combat leaning, taking hold of the bit, and jaw setting, and may help to lift horses off the forehand.
SKU: PREQ425SP8070-45
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