{"product_id":"mackey-hollow-mouth-eggbutt-snaffle-bit-for-horses","title":"Mackey Hollow Mouth Eggbutt Snaffle Bit for Horses","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMackey Hollow Mouth Eggbutt Snaffle Bit\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Mackey Hollow Mouth Eggbutt is a classic snaffle bit with a hollow mouthpiece and fixed eggbutt rings, measuring 8.5cm across the rings with a 2.5cm mouthpiece thickness. It is best for everyday riders schooling, hacking or working horses and ponies in a simple snaffle contact who want a lighter, thicker mouthpiece with rings that do not pinch the lips.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBecause the mouthpiece is hollow rather than solid, the bit carries less weight in the mouth for its size, while the eggbutt design keeps the rings fixed so they sit flush at the corners of the mouth instead of sliding through.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHollow mouthpiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e lighter in the mouth than a solid mouthpiece of the same thickness\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFixed eggbutt rings:\u003c\/strong\u003e help reduce pinching at the corners of the lips\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2.5cm mouthpiece thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e spreads pressure across a wider area of the bars and tongue\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8.5cm ring width:\u003c\/strong\u003e standard proportions for an everyday schooling bit\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEveryday versatility:\u003c\/strong\u003e suited to flatwork, hacking, in-hand work and general schooling\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy care:\u003c\/strong\u003e rinses clean after riding and dries quickly\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMackey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEggbutt snaffle bit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMouthpiece\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHollow mouth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRing Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.5cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBit Thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRing Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEggbutt, fixed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHorses and ponies in a snaffle contact\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChina\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003cp\u003eBrowse more options in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bits\"\u003ehorse bits collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eMeasure your horse's mouth with a bit measurer, or measure an existing bit from the inside of one ring to the inside of the other, to confirm the correct size.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAttach the bit to your bridle cheekpieces, keeping the mouthpiece curve or any maker's stamp facing the correct way up.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBridle the horse and check the bit sits comfortably in the mouth without pinching.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdjust the cheekpieces so the bit rests lightly at the corners of the lips, with roughly 3-5mm of mouthpiece visible either side.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork the horse in quietly at first and watch for signs of comfort or resistance before progressing to schooling.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRinse the bit in clean water after every ride and dry it thoroughly before storing.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size is this Mackey eggbutt bit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe rings measure 8.5cm in width and the mouthpiece is 2.5cm thick. Measure your horse's current bit from the inside of one ring to the inside of the other to compare before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does a hollow mouthpiece do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA hollow mouthpiece is lighter than a solid one of the same dimensions, so the bit carries less weight in the horse's mouth while keeping a thicker, wider bearing surface.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy choose an eggbutt rather than a loose ring?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEggbutt rings are fixed to the mouthpiece, so they cannot rotate or slide through the lips. This helps reduce pinching and gives a more stable, steadier feel in the mouth than a loose ring.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs a thicker bit always kinder?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot always. A thicker mouthpiece spreads pressure over a larger area, which many horses find comfortable, but horses with a low palate, a fleshy tongue or a small mouth may go better in a slimmer mouthpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this bit suit a pony or a cob?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe measurements given are fixed, so check them against your horse's mouth. Ponies typically need a narrower bit than cobs and warmbloods, which is the most common cause of a bit not fitting on arrival.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I care for the bit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRinse it under clean water after each ride to remove saliva and feed, dry it fully, and inspect the mouthpiece and rings regularly for wear or roughness. Replace the bit if you find any damage.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout Mackey\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eMackey produce practical everyday equestrian equipment for riders and working yards, including bits, saddlery and general horse care items designed for regular use rather than occasional outings.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What size is this Mackey eggbutt bit?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The rings measure 8.5cm in width and the mouthpiece is 2.5cm thick. 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