Antique Mexican Ring Bit - Bit398

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An old steel ring bit.This severe mouthpiece with its high port and ring that acts as a curb is also known as a "Mameluke" bit.This example is handforged in iron or steel which has acquired a rich brown patina.Its short curve cheeks would originally have been decorated with silver studs The bit has a high port with wires across, one copper roller remains in the port, there are also copper rollers on the mouthpieceThe ring has cast and engraved decorations Dimensions of bit : Mouthpiece 10cm (4")Cheeks 6.5cm (2½")Overall length 23cm (9")Weight 244g (8½ oz) Show more