The double joint reduces the nutcracker effect found in single-jointed snaffles. Types of Bits&colon; Found on snaffles, gag bits, and bradoons. Uses&colon; Very uncommon in snaffles and gags (although it can be found). Use&colon; Commonly seen on snaffles, rare in gags, pelhams, or curbs. Use&colon; Commonly seen on snaffles, very rare in gags. Most commonly found on snaffles, quite rare on pelhams and gags. Snaffles died in 1967, Lucy in 1980. Snaffles are generally considered the mildest, curbs and gags the harshest. Snaffles had a distinctive drawing style, often showing just one person in detail.