Looking for an eggbutt double jointed snaffle with bean link

[CONNIER]

I am looking for an eggbutt double jointed snaffle with bean link. The closest think I can find is a butterfly jointed snaffle with bean link. Has anyone used this bit and with what success? My mini is just green broke to driving, I was using a jointed snaffle but think the bean link would be more comfortable for him. Suggestions appreciated.

 

[jyuukai]

Oh my gosh I was looking for the same sort of bit! My little mare has a double jointed half-cheek snaffle but I have been searching off and on for an eggbutt version forever, it seems!

I found one in pony size, but she is a big mini. I have been wondering if there is one for minis!

 

[Minimor]

I've found some on the 'net in the past--I can't tell you now who had them listed though. One seller was in the UK I believe. I wasn't real taken with them because of the length of the center link (these bits were more the french link type than an actual round 'bean' in the center)--it was longer than I cared to have. The length of that center link DOES affect how the bit works in the horse's mouth. I prefer a shorter link.

 

[Sue_C.]

Iowa Valley has one in a french link, but the smallest is a 3.75, though it would be worth calling and asking if a smaller would be available.

http://www.iowavalleycarriage.com/catalog/29