Last Updated on September 1, 2020
Are you searching for the best horse bridle?
I’ve been riding for decades and I’ve used hundreds of bridles and headstalls in that time. When you ride the quality of your bridle will make a significant impact on your ability to communicate your cues to your horse.
I have reviewed the top horse bridles on the market and after reading this article you will know my recommendations.
Check the quick list below for links to customer reviews and prices for my top horse bridle picks, or read on for the full review:
- Weaver Leather Stacy Westfall ProTack Oiled Browband Headstall
- Weaver Leather Bridle Designer Hardware Working Tack Headstall
- Tahoe Tack Show Crystal Cross Hand Tooled Western Slip Ear Headstall
- Weaver Leather Texas Star Collection
- Hamilton Deluxe Headstall with Buck Stitched Browband
- Tahoe Tack Plain Double Layer Nylon Headstall
- Tahoe Nylon Padded Browband Draft Horse Headstall
- Weaver Leather Nylon Browband Headstall
Table of Contents
Horse Bridles and Headstalls
Western Bridle and Headstall
Weaver Leather Stacy Westfall ProTack Oiled Browband Headstall
This high quality western bridle is constructed with durable Hermann Oak harness leather. The slim browband is double stitched and looks great. The stainless steel conchos add a great look that will look good in the show ring as well as the trails. It is easy to switch out bits with the quick hooks. Excellent value horse bridle.
- Hermann Oak harness leather
- Floral conshos
- Quick change bits
- Exceptional quality
Weaver Leather Bridle Designer Hardware Working Tack Headstall
A great looking horse headstall perfect for western show classes and schooling. Constructed from durable harness leather that feels broken in already. Features black accented conchos and buckles. Excellent quality and value.
- Harness leather construction
- Black accented conchos and buckles
- Pewter cheek accents
- Excellent value
Tahoe Tack Show Crystal Cross Hand Tooled Western Single Slip Ear Headstall
This is a great looking single ear headstall bridle. The hardware is durable and strong. The hand tooled harness leather is built to last and feels broken in. This headstall is ideal for showing with inlaid crystals across the ear and cheek pieces. Comes in sizes for horses, ponies, arabians and warmbloods.
- Hand tooled harness leather
- Crystal inlays
- Comes in many sizes
- Durable bridle and hardware
Weaver Leather Texas Star Collection
I like this bridle quite a lot. It is constructed of premium English bridle leather that looks and feels great. The Texas star conchos pop and is ideal for the show ring. Features stainless steel buckles.
- Premium English bridle leather
- Well constructed bridle
- Texas star conchos
- Excellent value
Hamilton Deluxe Headstall with Buck Stitched Browband
A high quality western bridle made of premium vegetable tanned leather. It is double stitched for durability. It has a quick bit change design with great looking accents and hardware. Comes in Havana brown, burgundy, black, and brown.
- Premium vegetable tanned leather
- Comes in black, burgundy, Havana brown, and brown
- Stylish accents
- Quick bit change design
Nylon Bridle and Headstall
Tahoe Tack Plain Double Layer Nylon Headstall
An exceptionally durable horse bridle at a great value. Tahoe Tack has been a respected equine tack manufacturer for over 20 years and I have happily owned a number of their products. Comes in multiple colors and sizes making it easy to find the exact bridle you are looking for.
- Comes with matching reins
- Comes in black, pink, and purple
- Comes in multiple sizes
- Durable nylon construction
Tahoe Nylon Padded Browband Draft Horse Headstall
This is the draft horse size of the bridle above. I love trail riding on my Percheron and I use this headstall on him. It has worked well for years and I am a fan of this design. It fits well and does not rub him wrong. Comes in multiple colors.
- Durable construction
- Comes in multiple colors
- Great fit
- Excellent value
Weaver Leather Nylon Browband Headstall
Weaver is know for their leather tack but they make a great nylon horse bridle too. This headstall is durable and well constructed. It fits well and features durable hardware ensuring a long life. It comes in multiple colors and is an excellent value.
- Durable nylon construction
- Double stitched
- Cheek adjustments
- Quality hardware
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Here is the quick list with my recommendations for the best horse bridles one more time. To view prices and customer reviews see the links below.
- Weaver Leather Stacy Westfall ProTack Oiled Browband Headstall
- Weaver Leather Bridle Designer Hardware Working Tack Headstall
- Tahoe Tack Show Crystal Cross Hand Tooled Western Slip Ear Headstall
- Weaver Leather Texas Star Collection
- Hamilton Deluxe Headstall with Buck Stitched Browband
- Tahoe Tack Plain Double Layer Nylon Headstall
- Tahoe Nylon Padded Browband Draft Horse Headstall
- Weaver Leather Nylon Browband Headstall
Fred is the editor of Equine Ridge. He grew up raising horses and has been riding, training, and competing for almost four decades. Fred started out performing on the AQHA and PHBA circuits. Fred trained other competitors in English and Western riding disciplines and today offers free riding lessons to youth who would otherwise not be able to afford lessons. When not working with horses he can be found backpacking or trying to brew the perfect cup of coffee. Email Fred at fred@equineridge.com