Leather water loops are the traditional way to hook a bit to your headstall and reins: a short, straight loop of leather and nothing else. No snaps, no extra hardware to rattle against the bit. The connection is quiet, and it is exactly what a plain working bridle should have on it. Tyler makes these in a dark oil finish in two widths, 1/2" and 5/8", so you can match the cheeks on your headstall or the ends of your reins. Quantity one gets you one pair, one loop for each side. Specs Style Straight water loops Width 1/2" or 5/8" Leather Leather, dark oil finish What's included One pair per quantity Origin Handmade by Tyler Shupe in Eminence, Indiana, USA Warranty Lifetime, against defects in workmanship and materials FAQs Which width do I need? Match the strap they attach to. Reins and cheek pieces cut at 1/2" take the 1/2" loop; 5/8" tack takes the 5/8". Our guide to the parts of a western bridle shows where the loops sit. Why leather loops instead of snaps? Snaps are convenient, noisy, and hard on a bit ring. Leather loops are silent and light, and if one ever wears out you replace a $12 pair instead of a set of reins. A pair of Figure 8 Rawhide Connectors is the other traditional way to make the same connection. How do I care for them? Same as any of Tyler's leather: wash with a leather soap, then any good conditioner or oil. Dark oil leather arrives ready to use. How fast do they ship? In 2 to 3 business days. They are a small part, so most people tuck a spare pair into a bigger order and take the free U.S. shipping at $99+.
