DT :>I never use a fat loose ring snaffle.  I was told when I
DT :>started riding
DT :>that they could pinch my horses mouth.  I don't know if its
They can if improperly fitted.  If the bit's too small, they can pinch.
DT :>looked possible at the time.  If I'm using a snaffle I use
DT :>a eggbutt or
DT :>a D-ring snaffle.  I was glad to see that part about the
Not a bad choice (g).
Also, as I've recently learned, a FAT snaffle may not always be the best 
choice as some horses' mouths are too small to accomodate them.  I've used a 
French snaffle with Fiddle, and also a fat loose ring.  They both seem OK. 
I'm still searching for that "perfect" bit for her.  Tried the rubber, D-ring 
also, and that didn't seem to quite do the trick.  She's reall fussy with her 
mouth, although she's getting better.  I have a medium loose ring that was 
Thistle's ....  I might use that on Shiloh, as the copper roller snaffle I'm 
using on her is a little too thin for my taste.
Ah, the great bit debate!!
Meg  
 
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