This high quality Verdun double snaffle bit is made of solid Cuprigan with stainless steel rings. Cuprigan is an alloy of 89% copper, 7% aluminium, 3% iron and 1% zinc. The material's oxidation process spreads a pleasant smell and taste. The anatomical design follows the shape of the horse's mouth, creating a smooth, even pressure distribution. The combination of Cuprigan's design and unique composition help stimulate chewing and salivation, resulting in a delicate bond with the horse's sensitive mouth. The bit has a gentle action in the mouth. The thickness of the barrel is 16 mm and the diameter of the bit washers is 65x50 mm.
A Verdun bit has D-shaped rings that cannot rotate freely, so the aids have a more direct action. This type of bit is generally well accepted, as the barrel is relatively fixed in the mouth. Thanks to the D-shape, the rider cannot pull the bit out of the mouth and the horse can be well guided; the bit is therefore also suitable for young horses.
On a double snaffle bit, the barrel is in three parts. The central part of the barrel lies flat on the tongue. This creates more pressure on the tongue than with a single bit. The thicker the central part, the greater the pressure on the tongue.
