The idea of rein chains or slobber straps is when you lift up on the reins or rope the weight of either cues the horse quicker than reins alone which helps create a lighter touch in the riders hands.

Handcrafted Western Bridle Rein Chains
We are very excited to share with you this very talented craftsman who makes these very high quality, beautiful rein chains: Fred Payden of Applecart Chainworks from Jordan Valley, Oregon who has become a special friend. The chains are truly works of art!  Each link, swivel and end is handmade. Notice some are hand twisted as well!
They come in raw steel.
The styles available vary and he is coming up with new designs all the time!
 $125.00 A Set
( For $10.00 you can have them browned!)

JV #62 13 1/4”
Combination square & round wire!

JV-56
11 3/4”

JV #62B
12 3/4”

JV #71 12 3/4”

JV #72 11 3/4”

JV #86 12 1/2”

JV #88 12 1/2”

JV #90
11 1/4”

JV #90B 12 1/2”

JV #91 12 1/4”

JV #96 12 1/4”

JV #97 12” Leader Chain

JV #99
9 1/2”

Left to Right: $76.00

#RC5 Double Link 10”
#RC2 Short Triangle 9”
#RC2 Long Triange 12”
#RC3 Fish Leader 12”
#RC1 Short Swivel-In-The-Center 9”
#RC1 Long Swivel-In-The-Center 12”
*These are handmade so the lengths are approximate.

We stock the chains in Stainless Steel & Browned.
We can special order the chains in Blued, Antique Gold & Black

#7307  $25.00
12” Nickel Rein Chains

Les Vogt Fancy Swivels
$$60.00
Les Vogt's new silver inlaid rein chain connector swivel. The swivel will add weight for more pre-load and help keep your reins from twisting.