{"product_id":"loose-ring-waterford-snaffle-bit-german-silver","title":"Loose Ring Waterford Snaffle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNothing to lean on, nothing to grab.\u003c\/strong\u003e This loose ring Waterford snaffle has a German silver mouthpiece made of rounded ball links that move in every direction. A strong horse can't set against it or take hold of it, yet it stays soft and kind in light hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Sizing: please read.\u003c\/strong\u003e A Waterford should be \u003cstrong\u003e1\/4\" to 1\/2\" wider\u003c\/strong\u003e than your horse's usual bit, so most horses need \u003cstrong\u003eone size up\u003c\/strong\u003e. Example: if your horse wears a 5\" bit, choose 5.5\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5\", 5.5\", 6\" (other sizes made to order)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMouthpiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e German silver (a copper alloy), Waterford ball links\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMouthpiece thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRings:\u003c\/strong\u003e stainless steel loose rings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWaterford mouthpiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e rounded links move in all directions, so the horse can't lean on or grab the bit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrapes softly over the tongue,\u003c\/strong\u003e spreading pressure over the tongue and bars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLoose rings:\u003c\/strong\u003e extra movement that discourages leaning and keeps the mouth active.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThick 16 mm links:\u003c\/strong\u003e a wide, comfortable feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGerman silver:\u003c\/strong\u003e a copper-rich alloy that encourages salivation and a soft, wet mouth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooth, rounded links with no sharp edges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOften chosen for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong horses that lean, pull down or take hold of the bit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHorses that set or lock their jaw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHorses with a thick or fleshy tongue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHorses with a dry mouth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShow jumping, cross country, eventing, hacking and foxhunting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to measure\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace a piece of string in your horse's mouth where the bit sits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMark both sides at the corners of the lips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure between the marks, then \u003cstrong\u003eadd 1\/4\" to 1\/2\"\u003c\/strong\u003e for a Waterford.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeed a different size? \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/custom-orders\"\u003eWe make bits in any size\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e the Waterford works best with soft, steady hands. Never \"see-saw\" the reins, as this makes the bit much stronger. \u003cstrong\u003eGerman silver contains nickel\u003c\/strong\u003e, so it's not recommended for horses with a known nickel allergy. This bit is usually \u003cstrong\u003enot allowed in dressage tests\u003c\/strong\u003e, so check your show rules before competing. Need more control? See our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/universal-3-ring-dutch-gag-german-silver\"\u003eGerman Silver Universal 3 Ring bit\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse with clean water after every ride, especially between the links, and dry well. German silver may darken a little over time; a soft cloth brings back the shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree worldwide shipping, fully tracked.\u003c\/strong\u003e Dispatched in 4 to 5 working days, delivered in 8 to 10 working days. Tack shops: \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/wholesale\"\u003erequest wholesale pricing\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best Horse","offers":[{"title":"5 inch","offer_id":68111138586928,"sku":"BH-BIT-WATGS-500","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5.5 inch","offer_id":68111138619696,"sku":"BH-BIT-WATGS-550","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 inch","offer_id":68111138652464,"sku":"BH-BIT-WATGS-600","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0997\/9497\/7072\/files\/il_1080xN.8691086182_oq4t.jpg?v=1792219095","url":"https:\/\/besthorseus.com\/products\/loose-ring-waterford-snaffle-bit-german-silver","provider":"Best Horse ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}