Martingales, Girths, Breastplates, and Accessories
The function of the breastplate is to prevent the displacement of the saddle, while the martingale causes the horse to raise its head excessively. The gamarra is a variant of the martingale. Normally, these elements are made of leather or synthetic materials.
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Gamarra
Gamarra is the piece that connects the girth with the noseband of the bridle. Its function is to prevent the horse from raising its head more than it should.
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Martingales and...
They are used to prevent the horse from lifting its head too much. They can be one piece, from the girth, or half clips that fasten to the breastplate. The reins pass through the rings of the clips.
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Breastplate
It is placed on the rings of the saddle and the girth. It prevents the saddle from sliding backward.
