A Rule Jointed Pelham Horse Bit with Curved Cheeks - Bit819 april26 All the buckles were once

All the buckles were once covered with very finely stitched leather this has come off one of the D ring buckles - there is also a split in the leather that holds this buckle

The heel bands are slightly curved to accommodate the rider's ankle bone

rowel 2cm (¾")Weight : 92g (3¼ oz)

It has a hollow mouthpiece with four holes along one side

A Rule Jointed Pelham Horse Bit with Curved Cheeks - Bit819 april26 All the buckles were onceThis pelham is made from steel, with a dark aged patinaThe mouthpiece is twisted and has a central hinge or rule joint. The joint is constructed so that the mouthpiece can only bend through about 90 degrees. The cheeks turn, Each cheek curves forward and then back in its lower part possibly just a decorative feature because the curb rein loop still sits in line with the cheekpiece looopThe bit still has its original curb hooks. It is a really well