…transition bit from traditional snaffle to shank style * Lower port is relatively mild and applies pressure directly to the bars * Flat stainless steel cheeks, mouthpiece and center roller * Loose cheeks prevent pinching in the corners of the mouth * Mouthpiece: 5” * Cheeks: 7” * Port:…

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…w/copper inlay mouthpiece * Natural oxidation will enhance the sweet taste and promote salivation * Independent side movement allows riders to isolate one side of the bit * Disperses pressure evenly across the mouth * Mouthpiece: 5” * Level: 1 * Cheeks: 7 1/4” * Bit diameter: 3/8”

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…much softer manner * Beautifully etched aluminum cheeks make this bit great for the show ring * Lightweight and nicely balanced and makes a great Western Pleasure bit * Mouthpiece: 5” * Cheeks: 7 3/8” * Port: 2 ½” * Bit diameter: 5/8” * How to Measure your Western Bit

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…and lift at the shoulder * Black steel cheeks and mouthpiece with copper inlay to promote salivation * Applies pressure to the bars and palate and lessens tongue pressure * Mouthpiece: 5” * Cheeks: 6 5/8” * Port: 3 1/4” * Bit diameter: 7/16” * How to Measure your Western Bit

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…mouth * Medium port applies mild palate pressure to keep head in the ‘comfort zone’ * Flared purchase rings reduce rubbing and pinching the horse’s cheeks * Shanks: 7 3/4" * Mouth: 5" * Port height: 2" * Bar diameter: ½" * How to Measure your Western Bit

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…pressure, offering relief when horse flexes at the poll * Black steel cheeks with decorative stainless steel dot accents * Black steel mouthpiece (this bit will rust) * Mouthpiece: 5” * Cheeks: 8” * Port: 2 ½” * Bit diameter: 7/16” * How to Measure your Western Bit

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…using subtle cues * Stainless steel cheeks are finished to a bright luster * Copper mouthpiece promotes salivation and increases sensitivity * Allows some tongue relief but puts pressure on bars and palate * Shanks: 7 ¾” * Port height: 1” * Mouth: 5” * Bit diameter: 10mm

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