Ever wondered... "what's a snaffle?"

[ClimbingPanther]

What a snaffle is not: A snaffle does not have a shank and applies no leverage.

 

How to subdue a snaffle in a fight: The primary pressure point of the snaffle is the tongue followed by the bars of the jaw and then the corner of the mouth.

 

Why snaffles are good: The beauty of the snaffle is its simplicity and straight forward design.

 

Snaffles as a human-to-mammal translator: The snaffle helps the horse to understand the directional message the rider is communicating by the reins.

 

Snaffles are not all the same: There are different types of snaffles. The two most popular styles are the D-ring and fixed-butt.

 

Factors affecting snaffles ability to damage your gear: The main factor in determining the severity of a snaffle is the diameter and shape of the mouthpiece.

 

all this and more!

http://www.brightranch.com/homeontheranch/snaffle.htm

[ClimbingPanther]

The verb "to snaffle" has also become a British colloquialism. Born on the croquet lawns of Oxford, it was originally coined as a reference to a technically illegal 'double hit' to put a ball through the hoop at close range from an angle that would not be technically possible with a normal shot. The word has since entered into the common lexicon to refer to a cheeky act - that although technically politically incorrect or controversial - is endearing and acceptable. A snaffle is also a tale or a lie and a snaffler is a duplicitous con artist.

[motomagik]

Actually, the snaffle is a very ineffective communication tool due to the relentless tongue pressure and pinching action. Although used for centuries by equestrians of all disciplines, it is a common misconception that the snaffle is gentle and kind. http://www.toklat.com/myler/index.html

[billcoe]

"Snaffle ledge" was named by Becky in the 50's.

 

Wonder how that came about.

[G-spotter]

"D-ring" on left and "Fixed-butt" on right

 

[ZimZam]

twisted wire?