Twisted Wire Bits

Shop twisted wire bits in single twisted wire, single jointed wire, and slow or square twist styles in stainless steel, sweet iron, or copper mouthpieces. You can find twisted snaffle bits for English riders, shank, or Western curb-style cheeks from the brands you trust.

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Schneiders® Offset D Ring Twisted Sweet Iron Snaffle Bit
. Original price: $84.99
. Final price: $59.99
Up to 29% off
Recommened for horses that are heavy on the hands in a snaffle but not ready to move up to a curb bit. This is also a great training bit for everyday use. Snaffles apply direct pressure meaning the amount of pressure you apply to the bit is the amount of pressure the horse will feel. Pressure is applied directly to...
Dutton Offset Twisted Wire D-Ring Snaffle Bit
. Original price: $79.99
. Final price: $79.99
Dutton bits are all handmade. These bits have a great feel and weight to them for optimum results. Bits will rust giving them a beautiful aged look. Rust is also sweet to the horses taste and aids in a soft, supple mouth • A nice bit for teaching horses to respond using lighter hands
• Each bit is hand forged...
Schneiders® Copper Twisted Wire D Ring Snaffle Bit
. Original price: $69.99
. Final price: $49.99
Up to 28% off
• Nice bit to use when just a little more control is needed from a snaffle
• Twisted wire design puts pressure on the tongue yet allows easy swallowing
• Offers the right amount of poll pressure to achieve desired head position
• Copper mouthpiece promotes salivation and increases sensitivity
• 3 ¼” stainless steel rings are hinged and pinchless
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Schneiders® Brushed D Ring Square Twisted Snaffle bit
. Original price: $74.99
. Final price: $49.99
Up to 33% off
• Great training bit to increase response with little hand motion
• Aids in suppling exercises and helps teach balanced movement
• 3" stainless steel D Rings with a stainless steel mouthpiece
• Mouthpiece features square twist to increase response
• Mouthpiece: 5"
• Rings: 3"
• Bit diameter: 3/8"
Schneiders® Twisted Wire D Ring Bit
. Original price: $94.99
. Final price: $64.99
Up to 31% off
The twisted wire mouthpiece offers a greater amount of control for tougher horses. This bit applies pressured directly to the tongue and bars. The D rings feature slots to attach curb hooks and curb chain which will allow for various leverage options. • Stainless Steel
• Rings: 3 ½”
• Mouth: 5”
• Bit diameter: 11mm
• Curb hooks and...
Schneiders® Twisted Wire Snaffle Bit
. Original price: $84.99
. Final price: $64.99
Up to 23% off
The Schneiders® Twisted Wire Snaffle Bit is a nice transition bit for horses ready to step up a level. The twisted wire mouthpiece sends a stronger signal while the longer shanks add leverage and allow a quicker hand to mouth response. This bit applies pressure directly to the tongue and the bars. • Stainless Steel
• Mouthpiece: 5”
• Cheeks:...
Schneiders® Curved Twisted Wire Hunter D-Ring
. Original price: $64.99
. Final price: $44.99
Up to 30% off
Curved twisted wire mouth puts pressure on the bars allowing more tongue relief, while the copper mouthpeice promotes salivation and increases sensitivity. • Stainless steel
• Copper mouthpeice
• 3 3/4" D-ring cheek
• Bit diameter: 1/4"
• 5" mouth
Schneiders® Semi-Weighted O Ring Twisted Copper Mouth Snaffle Bit
. Original price: $74.99
. Final price: $49.99
Up to 33% off
This semi-weighted twisted copper snaffle bit is a smart choice for riders needing a bit more control while maintaining comfort. The twisted wire design creates extra contact points for clearer cues, while the copper material promotes salivation for a relaxed, responsive mouth. Its anatomically curved mouthpiece relieves tongue pressure, making it ideal for horses sensitive to tongue contact but still...

About Twisted Wire Snaffle Bits

Twisted wire snaffle bits are designed for horses that require a little extra control and immediate response from horses that can be strong or heavy in the mouth, as they put increased pressure on the tongue and corners of the mouth.

Twisted wire bits come with different types of mouthpieces such as single or double-jointed, single twist, and slow twist or square twist snaffles, and are made from stainless steel, sweet iron, and copper. Whether you are looking for a training bit to lighten your horse through the mouth or have a twisted snaffle bit to better control a strong horse, you can find the right fit with brands used by top riders.

Frequently Asked Questions About Twisted Wire Bits

What are twisted wire horse bits for?

Twisted wire horse bits are used in both Western and English riding to encourage an immediate response from the horse when pressure is applied to their tongue and corners of the mouth, especially for horses that tend to be heavy in the bridle and pull.

What does a double twisted wire bit do?

A double twisted wire bit increases the reaction time from a horse that may be hard-mouthed or hang in the bridle. When a single twist bit is not quite enough to get a response, a double twisted wire bit can offer that step-up in intensity for a strong horse.

Is a twisted wire horse bit harsh?

A twisted wire snaffle bit is only as harsh as the rider allows it to be. When twisted wire bits are used incorrectly or by an inexperienced or hard-handed rider, like any bit, they can cause unnecessary amounts of pressure on the horse’s mouth. The twisted wire bit is designed to get an immediate response from the horse with very little pressure on the reins.

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