western bits

Hello, I've been doing some research on bits and I found that snaffle and D-ring bits are very common in the english world and the rubber is good for the horse. But what about in the western world? Would it be weird if I used a D-ring bit with rubber? Is it used for both or mainly english? What...

This is my first post here and it´s about a bit. What do you think about this one? The most common curb bit here fits well my 2 horses (I use neck rein). Med to high copper port and 5in shanks. Thanks in advance!

I am trying to figure out what bits I should use to show. I ride my new gelding only in like basic loose ring snaffles. Nothing fancy. He doesn't even really need a bit. But I am wondering what western bit I should use for showing western pleasure, trail, horsemanship, etc.. and what bit I...