Product Description

Sedgwick Square Raised Figure 8 Bridle

Huntley Equestrian makes this figure 8 Bridle. The Huntley Fancy Stitched Square Raised Traditional Figure 8 English Bridle is created from the finest imported J.E. Sedgwick and Co. Ltd. leather out of England. Because of this, the bridle is supple, yet durable. There is decorative stitching on the noseband, browband, and reins (that can be purchased separately). This figure 8 bridle will wow in the show arena yet is strong enough for everyday use. Moreover, the noseband has roller buckles and pinch guards on the straps. The edges are hand-stitched and finished. The crown design is traditional. The nose disc is fleece and padded. Therefore, this bridle optimizes the horse’s comfort. Additionally, stainless steel is the hardware.  This bridle will last for many years if properly cleaned and cared for.

The figure 8 bridle is available in Full size and in Sedgwick Australian Nut or Sedgwick Conker. Reins are not included.

• Imported Sedgwick Leather Design
• Durable for everyday use, but elegant enough for the show arena
• Decorative stitching
• Caveson Disc is velcro and removable
• Caveson Nose disc is fleece backed and padded for comfort
• Noseband straps have roller buck and pinch guards
• Stainless steel hardware

Tricky Vernacular?

Mexican Noseband / Grackle Noseband / Figure 8 Noseband / Crossed Bridle

This noseband has many names. Where you come from determines what you call it.  All four names are describing the same thing: a noseband whose straps fasten with a buckle behind the upper jaw of the horse, above the cheekbone. Therefore, the straps then cross the nose on a diagonal. The straps extend down under the bit and fasten with a second buckle at the chin groove.

Why Use A Figure 8 Noseband?

The design of a figure 8 noseband keeps your horse’s mouth closed and prevents jaw crossing – both evasion of the bit that compromises the control you have over the horse. The relatively high positioning on the horse’s nostril demonstrates the figure 8 noseband purpose. It does not pull the horse’s cheeks into its teeth it and allows open nostrils for maximum air intake. The Grackle noseband / figure 8 noseband is very popular in the show jumping world and in cross country due to the performance-enhancing design makes.