SPUR. 



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that the handle of the whip will point directly back- 

 wards ; for if it is inclined outwards, it will be apt to 

 catch in a branch or twig, when going through a 

 bullfinch (Fig. 90) or straggling hedge. 



SPUR. 

 The spur is inapplicable to the requirements of 



Fig. 90. A practicable Bullfinch. 



ordinary side-saddle riding ; because, in order to use it 

 properly, it should be applied, as nearly as practicable, 

 at right angles to the side of the horse, so as to touch 

 him only on one spot, in which case the knee would 

 have to be brought well away from the flap of the 

 saddle, and the toe of the boot turned outwards. This 

 would necessitate the use of a long stirrup leather, 



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