Tom Thumb (fairy tale)

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A Tom Thumb is a fairly strong/severe bit and not one that should be used on a green horse or by a green rider. However, there are many other bits that are much stronger/severe, even dangerous to the horse. These bits range from twisted bits, to bicycle chain bits and beyond. Cathedral port curb bits are also very strong, however, in the right hands they do no harm to the horse. It really is much more about the rider than the bit.

That being said, there is no substitution for good training, no matter the severity of the bit being used.

Tom thumb is not a nursery rhyme but a fairy tale

The Tom Thumb was the name of the small boat in which explorers George Bass and Matthew Flinderscircumnavigated of what was then Van Diemen's Land (now Tasmania).

In "Tom Thumb," the villain is Grumbo the Giant, a menacing character who captures Tom Thumb and his friends. He is depicted as a cruel and greedy giant who threatens the safety of the tiny characters in the story.

Tom Thumb is a fictional character known for his small size and various adventures. He first appeared in English folklore and has since been featured in literature, plays, and films. There is no evidence to suggest that Tom Thumb was based on a real person.

Tom Thumb bits are Marketed as a mild bit that is good for the green horse or green rider. One reason they are marketed this way is because of the misbelief that they are a snaffle with shanks, making it a mild bit that works as a snaffle and a curb. But that is all incorrect. No snaffle can have shanks. A snaffle is a non leverage, direct pressure bit that can have any type of mouth piece, joint, chain, leather, solid even ported. Many believe that a Curb bit is a bit with a solid mouth piece and many call the port the curb but what a curb bit is, is a leverage bit that uses a curb strap that causes curb pressure on the curb area of the lower jaw...the reason for the name Curb bit. A curb bit can have any type of mouth piece, jointed, chain, leather, solid, etc.

So a Tom THumb is a curb bit. One of the biggest problems with it is that many think it is a snaffle because of the marketing and use it as a snaffle but that can cause many problems to the poor horse. That holds true for ANY jointed Curb bit, but...

Not all jointed Curb bits are Tom Thumbs. There are only three Tom Thumb bits. The English Tom Thumb which is a short(very short) shanked curb bit that has a Solid ported mouth piece. The Aussie Tom Thumb which IS a ture snaffle that looks much like the Full cheek but has the ends flattened like a thumb print instead of rounded. And then the Western Tom Thumb which is the bit most people are talking about when you see Tom Thumb. Of the three the first two are good bits, the third is best left on the wall for many reasons.

Like I said above there is only three TTs(Tom Thumbs). There are many western bits that hold the name but are not TTs. Again this goes back to Marketing. They list anything with a jointed mouth piece and a western shank as a TT to make people think of it as mild and because humans like to group things. There is only one true western TT and that is the bit I'm talking about. Oddly enough when they group these other bits as a TT, normally pushing someone to buy a longer shanked one for control after the horse blows through the TT they are giving them a milder bit in most cases. The TT is bad by design. It has short STRAIGHT shanks. If there is a longer shank or a good curve in it or anything but a single jointed mouth piece it isn't a TT and by design is probably the better bit(but might not be right for the case).

A "Tom Thumb wedding program" probably refers to a wedding pageant in which all of the major wedding roles are played by small children, usually under ten years old. In a Tom Thumb wedding, there would be children assigned to portray the bride, groom, attendants, and sometimes the minister. Smaller children would sometimes play the flower girls and ringbearers. Everyone would be costumed, and there would usually be many photographs.

Staging Tom Thumb weddings was a big American fad during the 1920s, but they were also staged fairly regularly until the 1970s, often as fundraisers for schools or churches.

The term "Tom Thumb wedding" comes from an actual wedding, the marriage of the famous little person General Tom Thumb (born Charles Stratton) to Lavinia Warren, another little person, in 1863. The wedding attracted considerable publicity and was a major event of the time. Tom Thumb was a celebrity promoted by the circus entrepreneur P.T. Barnum, who gave him a stage name inspired by the folk hero Tom Thumb and managed his career starting at an early age.

In the U.S., the minimum age to work at Tom Thumb is typically 16 years old. However, certain positions or locations may have different age requirements, so it's best to check with the specific store you're interested in applying to. Additionally, some states may have specific labor laws that impact the minimum age for employment.

The story of Tom Thumb was originally a cultural folk story that was told by word of mouth along with many other popular fairy tales in Germany in the 1800s. The Brothers Grimm set out to preserve these stories, though in some cases taking creative licenses, and the story of Tom Thumb was one of them.

The Brothers Grimm's 'Tom Thumb,' consists of two separate stories, which were originally called 'Thumbling,' and 'Thumbling's Travels.' In the main story, Tom's parents are probably the best people in the story. They take very good care of their son. In 'Thumbling's Travels,' there are really no villains. Even, the sentries, who Tom diverted to help some friendly robbers he met along the way, are only doing their job and are not bad people.

Tom Thumb was a legendary English fairy tale character known for his tiny stature but formidable wit and courage. He faced numerous adventures and challenges, eventually meeting his demise in various versions of the story. Despite his small size, Tom Thumb's legacy lives on as a popular figure in folklore and literature.

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peter cooper invented Tom thumb locomotive

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A Tom Thumb bit is used in horse riding to help with control and communication with the horse. To use it, attach the bit to the bridle, ensuring that the mouthpiece sits comfortably in the horse's mouth. When riding, apply gentle pressure on the reins to signal the horse, using the leverage of the shank to enhance responsiveness. Always be mindful of the horse's comfort and adjust your hand pressure accordingly to avoid discomfort.

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