Patent ID: 7775023
Filing Date: 2010-08-17
Classification: B68B

Abstract:
1. A snaffle bit for a horse comprising: two side members and one shackle interposed between the side members, the shackle including at least one joint and two side portions, each side portion having one end that is remote from the joint, and one bore being formed in the remote end of each of the side portions for receiving a respective one of the side members so as to allow the side members to move freely, wherein each side portion comprises a first surface area and a second surface area, the first surface area extends, commencing at the joint, as far as at least 20% and not exceeding 50% of the overall length of the side portion, the second surface area adjoins the first surface area and extends as far as the remote end of the side portion, the first surface area has a mat surface, and the second surface area has a high gloss surface.