Weaver Leather Ken McNabb Buckle Slobber Straps - Premium Harness Leather, Pair

Refine your communication and develop a softer feel with the Weaver Leather Ken McNabb Buckle Slobber Straps. These straps provide the essential weight needed for a clear pre-signal, ensuring your horse responds to the slightest movement before you even make full contact.

Handcrafted from premium, heavy-duty harness leather, these slobber straps are built to endure the rigors of ranch work and daily training. Developed in collaboration with renowned clinician Ken McNabb, the weighted design acts as a functional bridge between your hands and the bit, facilitating the "pressure and release" system vital for Western disciplines and Natural Horsemanship.

Key Features & Specifications:

• Premium Weighted Harness Leather: Provides the necessary weight to offer a clear pre-signal to your horse, promoting a softer mouth and better response.
• Rust-Resistant Stainless Steel Hardware: Features durable buckles that stand up to harsh outdoor elements and heavy ranch use without corroding.
• Innovative Two-Piece Buckle Design: Allows for quick and easy interchangeability between different bits or bridles without the hassle of untying and re-threading bulky mecate reins.
• Enhanced Bit Communication: Specifically engineered to improve feel and timing, making it easier to transmit subtle cues through rope or mecate reins.
• Ken McNabb Signature Series: Designed to the exacting standards of a leading horsemanship expert to ensure professional-grade performance and reliability.
• Sold as a Pair: Comes as a complete set of two, ready for immediate use with your favorite Western or trail riding setup.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: Why should I choose buckle-style slobber straps over traditional slotted ones?
A: The buckle design offers unmatched convenience and versatility. It allows you to swap your reins between different bits in seconds without the time-consuming process of unthreading and re-tying your mecate reins.

Q: How do these straps help with "softness" in a horse?
A: The added weight of the premium harness leather creates a "pre-signal" by shifting the bit slightly before the reins reach full tension. This gives your horse the opportunity to respond to the weight change rather than waiting for direct pressure on the mouth.

Item Number/SKU: 50-1559