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Author Topic: 1470's Bit reconstruction hauptmann unregistered posted 10-26-2001 02:51 AM           Here is a picture of the bit I made for Bella. It's based on a speculative drawing in Harmand's book about Jean d'Arc's clothing, armour and other kit. I haven't translated the text relating to the bit, but this type appears in paintings regularly. It provided me with the double reining I've wanted for a while, though I primarily use the direct reins. The curb reins provide lots of leverage, and I plan to work with Bella in developing the right understanding of this rein work. IP: Logged Acelynn Member Member # 220 posted 10-29-2001 06:49 PM             Very pretty work. What metal did you use, mild steel? Have you noticed how much or how little play there is between the bit and the cheek pieces? I have only had the opportunity to look at very worn extant bit examples which of course were so worn they would pinch the corners of the poor horse's mouth and I always wondered how much one in good condition might have. Be well, Acelynn Registered: Sep 2001  |  IP: Logged

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