Nathe 18mm Single Jointed Full Cheek Snaffle Brown Hormone imbalances in mares can A silky protective lining Hormone imbalances in mares can lead to 'stroppy' The composition of the garment offers an elegant texture and an incredible sensation of softness to the touch Overview of the advantages" made of high quality Thermoplast" for satisfaction and motivation on sensitive and mouth sensitive horses" excellent tolerance anti allergic" food safe solvent free no plasticisers" smooth surface no eraser effect" temperature neutral high flexibility when cold" dimensionally stable high mechanic resistance" steel core in Standard bits (except size 110 mm)" side parts made of high quality stainless steel" Made in Germany Nathe Full Cheek snaffle 18 mm single jointed direct impact on tongue and lower jaws due to fixed cheeks provide lateral contact the lateral contact helps horses that tend to fall out whilst riding or approaching an obstacle increased pressure on the edges of the tongue and the lower jaw bones bit guards protect the lips