Snaffle PERFECTION hanoverian

Tailored fit for every horse – your unique, adjustable bridle and double bridle

Discover all sizes of our bridles here. All individual parts (headpiece, bit strap and noseband) can be combined individually, just as your horse requires.

The following applies to every bridle and double bridle: design your unique piece, adapt everything perfectly to the head shape of your horse or pony and combine as you wish. We are only satisfied when everything fits perfectly.

Our dimensions are always given in the minimum (min.) and maximum (max.) settings:

The easiest way to measure the required dimensions is to use a tape measure and a well and correctly fitting bridle directly on the horse's head:

A little tip: The table can be scrolled/swiped horizontally.

Browband

To measure your browband correctly, ideally lay it flat in front of you and measure from left to right without any possible swing. Even with strongly curved browbands, please select the total length measured and select the correct size accordingly. Greater overall length does not affect swing.

Slightly curved browbands measure approx. 4cm downwards from the baseline, the strongly curved ones measure approx. 8cm.

All browbands have a regular loop size of 3cm. If you need a larger loop, please contact us by email before ordering.

Bit strap

The bit straps are measured across the neck, from snaffle ring to snaffle ring (where the bridle is buckled into the bit). The bit straps should never rest on the cheekbone (or in front of it towards the horse's eye), but rather run approx. 1-2cm behind the cheekbone.

Swedish noseband – nose circumference

The nose circumference is generally measured approximately 2cm below the cheekbone. The noseband should generally be at a right angle to the bit strap, i.e. lie straight above the horse's nose. It is important to ensure that the noseband does not come too low and does not tip up or down.

Cheekbone freedom

Cheekbone clearance is the distance between the two noseband straps that are attached to the noseband. The easiest way to measure this is on a flat bridle or directly on the horse's head.

Length noseband

The length of the noseband is measured across the neck, from the top edge of the noseband to the other. The noseband should never rest on the cheekbone (or in front of it towards the horse's eye), but rather run approx. 1-2cm behind the cheekbone.

Fitting a bridle correctly – but how?

Everyone knows a saddle needs to fit perfectly. But the same goes for your bridle – it should be adjusted precisely to ensure the best possible fit and comfort for your horse.

So how do I find the right size and fit my bridle correctly?

Our size chart and measuring guide will help you find the right size for your horse’s individual head shape. All you need is a measuring tape and a well-fitting bridle for reference, and you can start measuring directly on your horse’s head.

But there are a few more key factors to keep in mind:

• The cheekpieces and noseband straps should never sit on or above the sensitive cheekbone! They should always lie about 1–2 cm below it to avoid pressure and injury.
• When the bit straps are correctly adjusted, there should be one to two small wrinkles at the corners of the horse’s mouth.
• The noseband should sit about two finger-widths below the cheekbone and be positioned at a right angle to the bit straps.
• When the noseband is fastened, you should still be able to fit about two fingers between the band and your horse’s nose to avoid excessive pressure.
• The throatlash should be adjusted so you can fit a fist between the strap and your horse’s cheek.

Thanks to our (semi-)custom sizing, all individual bridle parts can be combined to achieve the perfect fit for your horse.