Name/TitleHorse Gag

About this objectThis instrument was used to keep the horse's mouth open whilst administering medicine. It has an iron head with an ash handle. It is of an early type, attached by a tang and ferrule instead of a socket. The handle is shaped for grip. The 'U' shape expands slightly towards the handle.

Medium and MaterialsHead: iron
Handle: ash

MeasurementsLength: 385 mm
Width: 185 mm

Handle
Length: 155 mm
Diameter: 30 mm

Object Typehorse gag

Object numberSTMEA:B.489

Copyright LicenceAttribution - Non-commercial (cc)