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Find the best Western horse bit and choose from popular brands trusted by top riders and professionals. We have a wide variety of Western bits such as shank snaffle and curb bits, sweet iron, twisted wire, roller bits, gags, ports, correction or training bits, and many options for young horses just getting started!
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Schneiders® Arabian Spoon Port Silver Show Bit
$214.99
$99.99
Up to 53% off
• Elegant and classy show bits that are economical for all levels of showing
• Silver is applied to stainless steel cheeks, then it is intricately hand engraved
• Large hand engraved silver plate conchos adorn the cheeks
• Attached slobber bar
• Stainless steel is durable, flavorless and easy to keep clean
• Mouthpiece is sweetened with copper...
Schneiders® Twisted Wire Snaffle Bit
$84.99
$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:...
Dutton Heavy O-Ring Snaffle Bit
$99.99
$99.99
This bit tapers in the center with the mullen relief bars, allowing for more tongue relief than straight snaffles. The additional weight of the bit allows the rider to be softer with their hands, encouraging the training aid to be more enhanced in a rewarding manner. • Handmade with a lifetime guarantee
• Blackened steel
• These bits...
Schneiders® Medium Port Copper Mouth Grazing Bit with Engraved Cheeks
$99.99
$69.99
Up to 30% off
Elevate your training tools with this medium port grazing bit - designed for intermediate-level horses needing balanced control and responsiveness. Crafted with a solid copper mouthpiece and port, this bit encourages natural salivation while increasing mouth sensitivity for clearer cues. The engraved aluminum swivel cheeks add a touch of style without extra weight, making it both functional and elegant in...
Schneiders® Swept Back Junior Cow Horse Western Snaffle Bit
$74.99
$49.99
Up to 33% off
This junior cow horse bit offers a mild mouthpiece that’s best for young or sensitive horses, but still allows for better collection with its gag cheeks. • Single jointed snaffle mouth has a nice feel for young or sensitive mouthed horses
• Short stainless steel gag cheeks allow for better collection
• Black Steel mouth will rust over time and...
Schneiders® Aluminum Spoon Sweet Iron Mouth Bit
$74.99
$49.99
Up to 33% off
Nice finishing level bit for seasoned Western pleasure or working cow horses • Helps horses lighten up and lift their shoulders and increases responsiveness
• Nicely engraved lightweight aluminum cheeks are great for the show ring
• Sweet iron mouthpiece that helps promote salivation and increase sensitivity
• Long, swept back shanks decreases the response time from riders hands
•...
Schneiders® O-Ring Snaffle 7/16" Sweet Iron
$49.99
$34.99
Up to 30% off
• Excellent training bit to establish bending and balance
• Traditional style O-ring with free moving rings
• 3” stainless steel rings with sweet iron mouthpiece
• Sweetness of the mouthpiece increases with oxidation
• Mouthpiece: 5”
• Rings: 3"
• Bit diameter: 7/16”
Schneiders® Curved Twisted Wire Hunter D-Ring
$64.99
$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® Competitor Ball Jointed Spade Bit
$87.99
$59.99
Up to 31% off
Nice bit for seasoned, finished horses showing in Western classes. • Not for inexperienced riders, heavy handed riders or young horses
• High port automatically engages when the horse lifts his head
• Relies on bar and palate pressure, offering relief when horse flexes at the poll
• Stainless steel swivel cheeks and swivel port with copper rollers on each...
Schneiders® Congress Cathedral Bit
$94.99
$64.99
Up to 31% off
Great bit for the seasoned, finished Western pleasure or working cow horses. • Keeps horses very responsive to cues and keeps riders hands very light
• Ideal for teaching horses to break at the poll and lift at the shoulder
• Black steel cheeks and mouthpiece with copper inlay to promote salivation
• Applies pressure to the bars and palate...
Herm Sprenger Loose Ring Copper Snaffle Bit
$54.99
$54.99
The single joint snaffle is a nice training bit to help horse’s establish balance and learn to bend. Traditional loose ring features a copper mouth that encourages salivation. Stainless steel loose rings are free moving. The thicker, gentler mouthpiece is ideal for young horses. This bit will apply pressure to the bars, lips and palate. • Made in Germany
•...
Schneiders® Sweet Iron O-Ring Square Snaffle
$89.99
$59.99
Up to 33% off
• Just the right amount of leverage to keep horses from leaning on the bit
• Great for teaching horses to balance and carry himself correctly
• Square mouthpiece sends a much clearer signal to the mouth
• Stainless steel rings with a sweet iron mouthpiece
• Sweetness of the mouthpiece increases with oxidization
• Mouthpiece: 5”
• Rings: 3...
Metalab® Flexi Soft Mullen Loose Ring Bit
$59.99
$59.99
Gentle, flexible, and ideal for young or green horses, the Metalab® Flexi Soft Mullen Loose Ring Bit delivers a soft and forgiving ride. Crafted with a soft green PU molded mouthpiece, it encourages acceptance while minimizing pressure. The 65mm loose rings promote natural movement, making this bit perfect for flatwork, light training, or building trust with sensitive horses. • Soft...
Schneiders® Copper Port Slim Curb Bit
$84.99
$34.99
Up to 58% off
• Nice leverage bit to use in coordination with your bradoon
• Encourages collection and headset while using subtle cues
• Stainless steel cheeks are finished to a bright luster
• Copper mouthpiece promotes salivation and increases sensitivity
• Allows some tongue relief but puts pressure on bars and palate
• Shanks: 7 ¾”
• Port height: 1”
• Mouth:...
Schneiders® Low Port Correctional Training Bit
$74.99
$49.99
Up to 33% off
Nice leverage style bit to introduce to horses transitioning from a snaffle bit. • Lower port allows each side to work separately for bending/flexing exercises
• Simple design with stainless steel loose cheeks that will not pinch the cheeks
• Stainless steel port and mouthpiece with copper inlay to promote salivation
• Straighter shanks allow rider to increase signal response...
Schneiders® Sweet Iron Short Cheek Argentine Snaffle Bit
$79.99
$54.99
Up to 31% off
Our Sweet Iron Short Cheek Argentine Snaffle Bit is a smart choice for transitioning horses from a traditional snaffle to more refined control. Offering mild leverage, the Argentine cheeks provide subtle guidance without the intensity of stronger curb bits. The sweet iron and copper inlays encourage salivation for a softer, more responsive mouth, while the 5" mouth and 3/8" diameter...

Choosing the Right Western Horse Bit

Knowing how to choose the right Western horse bit can help you and your horse communicate better, resulting in better training and performance. Most riders think of traditional shank bits when they think of a Western horse bit, however, there are many types of Western bits:

Frequently Asked Questions About Western Horse Bits

What is a Western horse bit?

Western horse bits are used for Western disciplines and usually have long shanks for the cheek piece or more decorative type O-ring snaffles. The longer shanks of Western bits work better for one-handed riding to give clear aids to your horse from the reins.

Is a Western bit right for my horse?

A Western bit can be the right fit for your horse if you ride with a Western saddle and have a Western headstall type bridle. Western bits can be used for everything from Western pleasure, trail riding, cow sorting and ranch work, reining, barrel racing, team penning, and roping.

How to choose the right type of western bit for my horse?

Knowing how to choose the right type of Western bit for your horse starts with knowing what you are trying to accomplish or improve with your horse. If you are just looking for a general bit that is good for pleasure riding, trails, starting young horses, or a well-trained horse, then a general snaffle bit is a good option. A Western D-Ring bit can be mild and used for a variety of Western disciplines as well. If you are needing to correct a heavy horse, increase leverage, or correct behaviors in training then a correction and port bit may be necessary.

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