Name/TitleHorse Gag

About this objectThis horse gag is an open sided type, used at Elm Tree Farm, Wilby and later at the donor's farm, Church Farm, Saxstead. It was used to open the horse's mouth for examination, and for the administration of medicine, usually in the form of a pill or 'ball'. This instrument is also known as a Balling Iron or Farrier's Gag).

MakerArnold & Sons

Maker RoleManufacturer

Place MadeLondon

Medium and MaterialsSteel with a wooden handle

MeasurementsTotal length: 1 foot 4 inches

Object Typehorse gag

Object numberSTMEA:A.577

Copyright LicenceAttribution - Non-commercial (cc)