English Laced and Plaited Reins

Outfit your bridle with a quality pair of English-laced and plaited reins that enhance your communication with your horse. Choose from the many styles, sizes, and color options we have for English reins to find a perfect pair for you and your horse.

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Billy Royal® One Piece Leather Trail Rein
. Original price: $129.99
. Final price: $89.99
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When you are out of the trail, you need to be ready for anything, which is why this one-piece leather trail rein is the perfect equipment for your trail ride. Crafted from supple, hand-oiled, and rubbed English leather, this rein will feel like silk in your hands. It has a great grip to keep your hands in place and goes...
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Pinnacle X-Long Laced Reins 5/8 x 64
. Original price: $149.99
. Final price: $104.99
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These extra-long laced reins are crafted from the finest leather and provide a secure grip in your hand. The beautiful lace design, hook stud bit ends, and stainless steel hardware make these perfect for everyday riding or showing. The extra long length is perfect for larger horses, so you don’t have to worry about too-short reins. • Laced leather for...
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Joseph Sterling® Extra Long Plaited Reins - 64"
. Original price: $234.99
. Final price: $164.99
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These beautiful extra-long leather reins are soft, flexible, and lightweight; perfect for the larger horse who needs the lightest touch in the mouth. Joseph Sterling leather goods are crafted from the finest English leather, hand-selected from J & E Sedgwick & Co. LTD. You know that passion is poured into each rein. Featuring 13 to 15 stitches per inch, hand-rubbed...
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Pinnacle X-Long Plaited Reins 5/8 x 64
. Original price: $194.99
. Final price: $134.99
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These extra-long leather-plated reins are perfect for riding your larger horse. They’re crafted from the finest leather in Europe, Australia, and Argentina, featuring hook stud bit ends and stainless steel hardware. Plaited for a secure grip, these reins are ergonomically made to feel soft and supple in your hands without losing security • Extra-long length that’s perfect for larger horses
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Schneiders® Smooth Leather Reins with Stoppers
. Original price: $124.99
. Final price: $84.99
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These leather reins with stoppers are perfect for schooling or showing, whether at home or at the show. Made of smooth and supple buffalo leather, these beautiful reins come in multiple colors to match your favorite bridle. Stopper grips are included every 3", so you can keep an even connection when riding. • Beautiful English leather reins
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Joseph Sterling Extra Long Laced Rein - 64"
. Original price: $234.99
. Final price: $164.99
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These beautiful, extra-long, leather laced reins are soft, flexible, and lightweight, perfect for the larger horse. Joseph Sterling leather goods are crafted from the finest English leather, hand-selected from J & E Sedgwick & Co. LTD. You know that passion is poured into each crafted rein. They have less bulk than traditional laced reins, making them substantial without being bulky....
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Joseph Sterling® Curb Reins - 51"
. Original price: $104.99 - $129.99
. Final price: $79.99 - $89.99
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These English curb reins are perfect for hunter, saddle seat, or dressage bridles. Joseph Sterling leather goods are crafted from the finest English leather, hand-selected from J & E Sedgwick & Co. LTD. You know that passion is poured into each rein. Featuring 13 to 15 stitches per inch, hand-rubbed beveled edges, and stainless hardware, these English curb reins are...
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Schneiders® Laced Leather Reins with Rubber Grip Lining
. Original price: $194.99
. Final price: $134.99
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Experience the perfect blend of style and control with these leather reins with a rubber grip lining. Crafted from supple English leather lace, these reins boast a soft and subtle grip rubber texture on the bottom, ensuring a secure hold during your rides. With a standard length of 54", they make the perfect hunter rein with added subtle grip. The...
Havana, sizes 1/2"-3/8"
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Joseph Sterling Plaited Reins for Horses
. Original price: $209.99
. Final price: $144.99
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These beautiful plauted reins are soft, flexible, and lightweight; perfect for use in any single or double show bridle. Joseph Sterling leather goods are crafted from the finest English leather, hand-selected from J & E Sedgwick & Co. LTD. You know that passion is poured into each rein. Featuring 13 to 15 stitches per inch, hand rubbed beveled edges, and...
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Premier Cotton Web Reins for Horses
. Original price: $74.99
. Final price: $49.99
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These English cotton web reins have a comfortable grip and feel natural. Made from imported cotton web, they are great for everything from training to pleasure rides. The spaced leather tabs are sewn in for added grip, and the rein stops add extra confidence and security. Perfect for riders looking for the next step up from rainbow reins! • Made...
Premier Braided 3/4" Reins - 57"
. Original price: $99.99
. Final price: $69.99
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For plaited reins that feel great in your hands, nothing comes close to the value and strength of these reins. These reins are crafted from premium buffalo leather, creating the ultimate supple entry-level tack. These reins are a perfect weight to give substance without being bulky. Whether at local shows or training at home, this a great choice for great...
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Joseph Sterling® English Reins - 54"
. Original price: $194.99
. Final price: $134.99
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These laced leather English reins are a beautiful choice for showing or training. They are crafted from the finest leather, hand-selected from J & E Sedgwick & Co. LTD., featuring 13 to 15 stitches per inch, hand-rubbed beveled edges, and stainless hardware. They’re designed to last, and their comfort, quality, and resilience will exceed your expectations. • Traditional laced leather...
Premier 5/8" Laced Rein - 57"
. Original price: $84.99
. Final price: $59.99
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This laced leather rein is strong, making it perfect for everyday riding while being flexible from day one. They’re crafted from a premium buffalo leather that’s extremely supple. These wide laced reins come in a beautiful Havana color, and are both stylish, while remaining comfortable in your hands. Whether at shows or training at home, these reins are a great...
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Pinnacle English Laced Reins for Horses - 54"
. Original price: $129.99
. Final price: $89.99
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These classic English leather-laced reins maintain the traditional look of many English disciplines. They’re crafted from the finest leather in Europe, Australia, and Argentina, and they include stainless steel hardware and hook-stud bit ends. The laced leather gives you a secure grip and a nice feel in your hand while riding. The best of everything you need in a rein...
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Waldhausen X-line Supersoft Leather Reins
. Original price: $59.99
. Final price: $59.99
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Enjoy superior feel and lasting durability with the Waldhausen X-Line Supersoft Leather Reins. Made from high-quality leather with a strong nylon core, these reins offer a soft, comfortable grip and excellent control. Finished with stainless steel hook studs, martingale stops, and classic leather bar design, they’re the perfect complement to your favorite bridle. • High-quality leather with soft, supple feel
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Waldhausen Leather Snaffle Reins - 5/8"
. Original price: $34.99
. Final price: $34.99
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Simple, sleek, and built for feel, Waldhausen Leather Snaffle Reins offer traditional quality in a minimalist design. Made for riders who prefer a direct connection, these reins skip the extras and focus on clean lines and functional comfort. Perfect for everyday schooling or classic turnout, they’re a reliable choice for straightforward riding. • Smooth leather design for classic look and...

The Traditional English Laced and Plaited Reins

Laced and plaited English reins are traditional English leather riding reins that provide more grip than a plain leather flat rein. Although they sound similar and are often confused, laced reins and plaited reins are quite different.

English Laced Reins

English laced reins start with a plain flat rein. Holes are then punched down the middle of the flat rein in the section where the rider’s hands hold the reins. Two small leather straps are then threaded through the hole and woven around the outside of the rein creating a herringbone-like pattern. The most popular English laced reins are 5/8" wide and 57 inches long.

English Plaited Reins

English plaited reins, plaited reins, or braided reins are when the rein itself is created of long leather straps that are plaited or braided together to form one woven rein. These are generally a little softer in the rider’s hand than a laced rein but typically a little thicker. The most popular plaited rein width is 5/8" but other widths are available. The standard length of a plaited rein is 57 inches but they are also available as extra-long plaited English reins.

Frequently Asked Questions About English Reins

What are English reins?

English reins are long pieces of leather, often plaited or laced, that connect the rider's hands to the horse's bit in the English riding discipline.

How long are standard English reins?

Standard English reins are 54” long. You may need to size up if you have a large horse, many sizes of English rein are available for horses of all sizes.

Why do English reins have a buckle?

English reins have a buckle because producing leather pieces long enough to have reins without a buckle would be very expensive. Theoretically, it would be totally safe to have English reins with no buckle, but it isn’t the standard practice.

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