Recommendations for a double bridle

[HufflyPuffly]

I'm starting to think about trying Topaz in a double.

I tried her in one the other night, with just a simple weymouth (sliding cheek and small port) and a normal snaffle (loose ring lozenge), by adding a bradoon strap to my bridle. I was very impressed with how she went, I thought she'd suck back from the contact but she took it confidently forward!

Anyway, I was not impressed with how the bridle fit her as it seemed too tight round her ears. Browband was very loose so not that, but maybe because it isn't a built for purpose double? I will be asking my trainer for fitting tips, but wondering what bridles people would recommend?

Happy to save up for the right one, but would like reasonably priced, well made (happy to withstand a bit of neglect lol) that sits well on the head. Ideally black patent noseband and no rolled leather (sorry don't like it), crank not necessary but probably a bit unavoidable.

Will also look out for a bradoon bit too as I think will help fit too.

Go shoppers .

 

[HufflyPuffly]

No one has any recommendations?

 

[Mavis007]

I have just bought a gorgeous made to measure double bridle from Don Harry Saddlery (find them in Facebook), really pleased with it, great value, great service, beautiful bridle 😊

 

[HufflyPuffly]

Thank you will take a look x x

 

[only_me]

I love my Albion double, more so because I got it v cheap off eBay in like new condition!

I have to say, the Albion leather is lovely and is supple. Imo I would keep an eye on eBay to see what comes up, sometimes you get fantastic bargains!!

 

[HufflyPuffly]

Trying not to look until I get paid! But love eBay for bargains, just trying to filter what brands to look for. I will put Albion in the recommended box thank you.

x x

 

[neddy man]

On facebook, "bolsterstone bespoke bridles " just the otherside of Woodhead, excellent quality and sensible prices. Made to measure from best english leather, various colours ,pipeings, and patents.

 

[HufflyPuffly]

On facebook, "bolsterstone bespoke bridles " just the otherside of Woodhead, excellent quality and sensible prices. Made to measure from best english leather, various colours ,pipeings, and patents.

Oh they look very nice and how lovely to find someone relatively local! Any idea on price, cannot see any price lists...

Will definitely give them a message, just hoping I could afford one and in the style I want .

 

[mcnaughty]

dressage or showing? If showing then Fylde - just call them and they will advise on the type

 

[HufflyPuffly]

dressage or showing? If showing then Fylde - just call them and they will advise on the type

Dressage not showing, but happy to try any that are good quality and are a nice fit.

xx