Eggbutt Hollow Mouth 5.5"

The Eggbutt Hollow Mouth 5.5" is a lightweight stainless-steel snaffle designed as a versatile bit for general riding, young horse training and the early stages of dressage.

Its thicker hollow-mouth, jointed mouthpiece provides a less concentrated contact than a thin snaffle, while the eggbutt cheeks help prevent the bit from pinching the horse's lips.

This is a non-leverage bit, with no curb action. The jointed mouthpiece produces a traditional nutcracker action when the reins are engaged.

Key Features & Benefits

• 5.5" mouthpiece – suitable for horses requiring this larger size.
• Hollow-mouth design – lightweight with a thicker mouthpiece.
• Jointed mouthpiece – provides traditional snaffle action.
• Eggbutt cheeks – help prevent pinching at the corners of the lips.
• Stainless steel – durable and easy to maintain.
• No leverage action – no curb or leverage mechanism.
• Lightweight construction – comfortable option for appropriate horses.
• General-purpose snaffle – suitable for everyday riding.
• Young horse training – useful during early training.
• Early dressage training – suitable for the beginning stages of dressage.

Ideal For

• Young horses in training
• General riding
• Everyday schooling
• Beginning stages of dressage
• Riders wanting a straightforward, non-leverage snaffle
• Horses suited to a thicker mouthpiece

How the Bit Works

Like most snaffle bits, the primary action is through direct rein contact with the mouth, rather than leverage.

The eggbutt cheeks provide a stable cheekpiece and help prevent the mouthpiece from pinching the horse's lips.

The jointed mouthpiece creates a traditional nutcracker action when engaged, with contact involving the tongue, bars and roof of the mouth.

There is no curb or leverage action.

Fitting

This model has a 5.5-inch mouthpiece.

Correct sizing and fitting are important. The thicker hollow-mouth design may suit some horses, but mouth conformation varies considerably between individuals.

A correctly fitted bit should sit comfortably without excessive movement or pinching.

FAQs

What is an Eggbutt Hollow Mouth bit?

It is a stainless-steel snaffle with eggbutt cheeks and a thicker, hollow-mouth jointed mouthpiece.

Is the Eggbutt Hollow Mouth a mild bit?

It is a non-leverage snaffle with no curb action, and the manufacturer describes it as a mild bit. As with any bit, its effect depends on the individual horse, fitting and rider's hands.

Does this bit have leverage?

No. There is no curb or leverage action.

What size is this bit?

This model has a 5.5-inch mouthpiece.

Is the mouthpiece jointed?

Yes. The jointed mouthpiece provides a traditional nutcracker action when the bit is engaged.

Why is it called hollow mouth?

The mouthpiece is constructed with a hollow interior, making it lightweight despite its thicker profile.

Is it suitable for a young horse?

Yes. The supplied product information specifically describes it as useful for training a young horse.

Can it be used for dressage?

It is described as suitable for the beginning stages of dressage. Competition rules should always be checked for the relevant discipline.

Product Information

• Product: Eggbutt Hollow Mouth
• Size: 5.5"
• Bit type: Snaffle
• Mouthpiece: Thick, hollow-mouth, jointed
• Material: Stainless steel
• Cheekpiece: Eggbutt
• Leverage: None
• Curb action: None
• Primary action: Direct snaffle action
• Common uses: General riding, young horse training and beginning dressage

Important

Although this is a non-leverage snaffle, no bit should automatically be considered suitable or mild for every horse. Mouth conformation, bit fit, rider hands and the horse's training all affect how a bit acts.

The manufacturer describes this model as a mild, general-purpose bit. Always ensure it is correctly fitted and appropriate for the individual horse.