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Hackamore Leather Bridle
Hackamore Leather Bridle
Hackamore Leather Bridle

Hackamore Leather Bridle

Dateunknown
Mediumleather, steel
Dimensions14 x 68 x 7 in. (35.6 x 172.7 x 17.8 cm)
ClassificationsLand Transportation -- Accessory
Catalog number2008.28.72
DescriptionThe hackamore is a bridle with a loop capable of being tightened about the nose in place of a bit or with a slip noose over the lower jaw. The nose loop is braided leather attached to steel side pieces and a "chin" piece of metal covered with heavy rubber tubing. There is a long loop of leather strap attached to metal. Another thicker strap buckles to the other end with a separate buckle for the horses' head.
Status
Not on view