do you have to buy a waterford snaffle a size bigger?

[wench]

as per title really, have heard conflicting stories...

 

[the watcher]

and you will get conflicting answers.

I think mine might be 1/4 inch bigger than the snaffles

 

[rema]

When i got mine the shop staff said to buy half inch longer than normal size,which i did but i do think it is too long.

 

[ruth83]

My understanding is that it is better for a waterford to be a little on the bigger size than a little too small to prevent pinching etc but I would go on how well it fits your horse.

 

[nomini]

I bought the same size and it fits beautifully

 

[MadMacher]

you need it bigger because it is to come out each side of the mouth to allow a curve of the bit.
1/4 inch normally.

 

[Sal_E]

Echo MadMacher

 

[Gentle_Warrior]

mines half inch bigger and fits brill, i also use bit rubber rings aswell

 

[Moggy in Manolos]

i recently bought half an inch longer as advised and it fits

 

[sarahjes81]

The Waterford mouth should be worn ¼” - ½” longer than any other mouthpiece as the mouthpiece needs to curl slightly around the lips to enable the bit to work to its full potential (except the Waterford Pelham – as the mouthpiece is worn the normal length).