Lucy Nicholas
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Horse Bits - the Various Materials Used to Make Them and Why.
Stainless steel is the most common metal modern bits are made from, and for good reason. It is very strong, easy and cheap to produce. Unfortunately, the good reasons are only really good for the pocket and the manufacturers! To the horse, stainless steel is a tasteless, cold, metal that doesn’t encourage a soft mouth or salivation. If the horse tends to be tense, fussy or just a general... (posted by Lucy 6 years 36 days ago.)
Stainless steel is the most common metal modern bits are made from, and for good reason. It is very strong, easy and cheap to produce. Unfortunately, the good reasons are only really good for the pocket and the manufacturers! To the horse, stainless steel is a tasteless, cold, metal that doesn’t encourage a soft mouth or salivation. If the horse tends to be tense, fussy or just a general... (posted by Lucy 6 years 36 days ago.)
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