Gives details of every known bit in the world, with photographs and working diagrams to show how each group works. Covering everything from the simple snaffle to the western bosal, it is international in content and approach. Edwards provides an insight into the history of the bit and explores the latest developments in design and manufacturing.
Sprache
Verlagsort
Newton Abbot
Großbritannien
Maße
Höhe: 280 mm
Breite: 210 mm
Dicke: 15 mm
Gewicht
ISBN-13
978-0-7153-0783-0 (9780715307830)
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Schweitzer Klassifikation
Part 1 The bit develops - the history of bitting. Part 2 Principles and mechanics. Part 3 Descriptions of bits, their use and fitting: the snaffle; the double bridle; the Pelham; gag bits; nose or bitless bridles; western bitting and the hackamore. Part 4 The mouth and fitting. Part 5 Aids to the bit and common evasions: martingales; nosebands; draw/running reins; side reins; balancing reins; Chambon/de Gogue. Part 6 Specialist bitting: polo; driving and harness racing. Part 7 metals and materials.
