Bits & Curbs

Are We Talking or Whispering? Stage D is about refinement, subtle cues, and quick communication. Characteristics include increased leverage, more sophisticated mouthpieces, and may also incorporate higher ports.

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Call in the Specialist! When your horse enters Stage E he's asking for some time with the pros. These are correction bits and should be used by experienced riders only. Here tiny twists, very high ports, and highly complex mouthpieces are key components.

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This bit is designed to help soften your horse's mouth and build sensitivity. I use it for softening my finished horses and for starting my colts.

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Black Steel Bit, 5" Twisted Wire Snaffle Mouth, 7" Cheek, Stainless Steel Dots

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This bit is designed with the common day hand cowboy in mind and will be an easy transition from snaffle to leverage bit. Choose this bit for colts, seasoned horses, or just leisure riding. The Day Hand Two-Piece Smooth Bit is an excellent choice for horses making the transition from direct reining to neck reining. It offers minimal leverage, which promotes a direct pull of the rein. The locked mouthpiece ensures that cues are delivered promptly without delay. Additionally, the smooth, sweet iron mouthpiece is gentle and comfortable for the horse, allowing you to provide clear cues effectively without causing fear or anxiety, all while achieving the desired task. Sweet iron mouthpiece promotes salivation for a supple and comfortable fit. This material is designed to rust naturally and imparts a sweet taste to the horse.Every Reinsman bit has a LIFETIME warranty. It’s our promise to repair or replace your bit for the full life of the bit free of charge. When you choose Reinsman, you’re not just getting a bit - you’re getting a partner you can trust.

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The primary function of the Reinsman Snake River bit is to encourage a young horse graduating from a snaffle bit to break at the poll through a leverage bit. The unique shape of the shank allows for immediate release when the horse collects and softens into the bridle. The shape and gag of the shank also promote lifting the horse’s shoulders and the ability to cue the horse with a delayed reaction without slowing the horse’s feet down during competition. The 480 is ideal for a stronger horse that needs the added bite of a twisted wire and the roundness of the dogbone mouthpiece. The sweet iron mouthpiece is designed to rust naturally and imparts a sweet taste to the horse.Every Reinsman bit has a LIFETIME warranty. It’s our promise to repair or replace your bit for the full life of the bit free of charge. When you choose Reinsman, you’re not just getting a bit - you’re getting a partner you can trust.

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Designed for seasoned horses that need better rate and front-end control, this bit helps you refine collection without losing responsiveness. The chain port lays comfortably in the mouth allowing for more movement and encouraging the horse to break at the poll. It applies controlled palate pressure to help lift the front end and improve balance, making it a practical choice for roping and finished horses that get heavy. A sweet iron mouthpiece promotes salivation to keep the horse soft, while the copper roller adds tongue activity. The roller creates a subtle cricket soundwhen rolled by the horse's tongue. The 7 ½” shank provides leverage for added control, giving you the ability to rate and handle stronger horses with consistency. Backed by the Reinsman lifetime warranty—built for long-term use and ready for everyday work.

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This bit is designed with the day hand cowboy in mind and will be an easy transition from snaffle to leverage bit. Choose this bit for colts, seasoned horses, or just leisure riding.  The Day Hand Low Port Bit is an excellent transitional bit for horses that are learning to shift from direct reining to neck reining. It features a locked mouthpiece and provides a direct pull on the rein when the rider gives a cue to the horse. The low port encourages collection and flexion at the poll, while relieving pressure from the tongue and distributing it evenly across the bars of the mouth. Additionally, the sweet iron mouthpiece makes the bit palatable and soft for the horse. Sweet iron mouthpiece promotes salivation for a supple and comfortable fit. This material is designed to rust naturally and imparts a sweet taste to the horse. Every Reinsman bit has a LIFETIME warranty. It’s our promise to repair or replace your bit for the full life of the bit free of charge. When you choose Reinsman, you’re not just getting a bit - you’re getting a partner you can trust.

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Built for control on strong, seasoned horses, this bit helps you get more rate without losing feel. The square twisted port adds bite across the bars to sharpen response, while the roller encourages relaxation and keeps the horse working the bit. The high port applies targeted palate pressure to help lift the front end and improve collection, making it a useful tool when a horse gets heavy or leans on the bridle. The sweet iron mouthpiece promotes salivation, helping keep the mouth soft and responsive. It’s designed to naturally oxidize, creating a taste horses accept and stay engaged with. A 7 ½” shank provides leverage for added control, making this bit a solid option for tuning, riding, and roping situations where you need a horse to rate and stay responsive. Backed by the Reinsman lifetime warranty—each bit is built to hold up under real use and ready to go to work.

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Designed for more control in finished performance horses. The angled shank causes immediate response. The purchase/ shank alignment ratio increases leverage, creating pressure to contact points. Use for competition and schooling, not daily training. Sides of the mouthpiece move independently for lateral control and flexion for lifting the shoulder, achieving collection, and promoting a level headset. 

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• 6½" swept-back shank provides ideal length for balanced control — short enough to allow signal delay, yet long enough for optimal leverage • 7/16" twisted bar encourages softness and give from the horse with lighter rein activation • 1¾" spoon-style correction port is slightly curved back to delay palate pressure and provide smoother engagement. • Ball-joint construction at the correction ensures comfort on the tongue, reducing pinching and resistance. Correction design offers the comfort of a broken mouthpiece while creating clear bar, palate, and curb pressure once engaged. • An excellent choice for horses that tend to feel heavy or pushy in the rider’s hand.

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