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SAGE SADDLERY
R. J. Sagely
Maker of Custom Horseman's Gear
"For a saddle your great-grandkids
could still be riding"
Snaffle Hobbles/Keepers, Curb Straps, & Rein Loops
Some of the pieces below are in stock but all are available on custom order with a three to five week delivery window.
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New
Item - The Fiador Snaffle Hobble (keeper). This is tied out of one piece of
string with a centerpiece that is the traditional jaquima's "fiador" knot.
Adjustable, easy on/off using the rope halter tie. This version is tied with 3mm
climber's cord. Keeps your snaffle from
pulling through the mouth. Larger sizes available for use as curb on bridle bits.
New
Item - The Fiador Snaffle Hobble (keeper). This is tied out of one piece of
string with a centerpiece that is the traditional jaquima's "fiador" knot.
Adjustable, easy on/off using the rope halter tie. This version is tied with
white, 1/4" nylon braided cord. Keeps your snaffle from
pulling through the mouth. Larger sizes available for use as curb on bridle bits.
Fine
English Bridle leather is used on these bleed-knot braided snaffle keepers. Made
with a "grass knot" style attachment to connect to the snaffle. Keeps your
snaffle from pulling through the mouth.
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Latigo bit curb or snaffle keeper has a traditional rolled-button
style closure on ½” straps. Made with a "grass knot" to allow minimal
adjustment. Keeps your snaffle from pulling through the mouth. Also works as a
soft curb on your bridle bit.
Latigo bit curb or snaffle keeper has a traditional rolled-button style closure on ½” straps. Made with a "bleed knot" to allow minimal adjustment. Keeps your snaffle from pulling through the mouth. Also works as a soft curb on your bridle bit. Click on picture for detailed pics.

Braided bit curbs or snaffle keeper. Made from leather, rawhide or nylon. Email for availability or to order yours custom made.
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Latigo rein chain loops allow easy-on, easy-off of your romal reins. Use to attach reins to chains, chains to trigger snaps, rein chains to bit - many uses possible. Keeps rein chains from wearing out the braided bit loops at the ends or your romal.
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