Editing Gag (BDSM) (section)

=== Bit ===
[[File:Blindfold and bit gag.jpg|thumb|180px|A man, blindfolded with a bit gag]]
A '''bit gag''' is styled like the bit used in a [[bridle]] for a horse, and much of its sexual appeal stems from [[Sexual fetishism|fetishistic]] symbolism in [[pony play]].<ref name="Annabelle"/>

It consists of a bar that is held in place in the wearer's mouth by straps or other devices. Unlike the metal bit that is most common in horse bridles, the bar of a bit gag is usually a soft rubber cylinder.<ref name="Annabelle"/> It is not very effective in preventing speech, unless combined with mouth stuffing, although it will make it somewhat more difficult for the wearer to produce coherent speech. Occasionally, [[reins]] are attached. Because of the possibility of injury to the lips, the bit gag is not suitable for rough play.