Refine Your Cues with the Weaver Leather Ported Mouth Copper Cricket BitWhen you're ready to move beyond the basic snaffle and start asking for more sophisticated collection and lift, the Weaver Leather Ported Mouth Copper Cricket Bit is built to bridge that gap. Designed for the finished performance horse, this bit offers the perfect balance of tongue relief and clear communication, ensuring your horse stays comfortable while you refine your maneuvers.Crafted with the quality you expect from Weaver, this bit features a ported mouthpiece that arches over the tongue to apply pressure primarily to the bars. The integrated copper cricket provides just enough sensory stimulation to keep a busy-minded horse focused and relaxed, making it a staple in any serious western rider's tack room. From the practice pen to the show ring, it's built for the long haul.Why This Bit Belongs in Your Tack Room Superior Tongue Relief: The ported mouth design arches over the tongue to prevent pinching, shifting pressure to the bars for more precise control without discomfort. Promotes a Moist, Soft Mouth: The copper cricket (roller) encourages salivation and gives nervous horses something to play with, helping them stay relaxed and "soft" on the bit. Balanced Signal and Lift: The medium-leverage shanks provide the necessary "lift" for performance maneuvers while maintaining a quick, clear release. Durable Performance Build: Constructed by Weaver Leather, this bit is designed to withstand the rigors of daily training and the high-pressure environment of the show ring. Standard Performance Fit: The 5-inch mouthpiece is the industry standard for most Quarter Horses and stock breeds, ensuring a stable fit that won't slide or pinch. Best ForWestern performance riders and trainers looking for refined communication and tongue relief for finished or transitioning horses in reining, cutting, or working cow horse disciplines.Frequently Asked QuestionsQ: What is the benefit of the copper cricket in this bit?The copper cricket in the Weaver Leather Ported Mouth Bit serves two purposes: the copper material naturally promotes salivation to keep the mouth moist, while the rolling action provides sensory stimulation that helps fidgety or nervous horses stay focused on the rider's cues.Q: Is this bit suitable for a green horse?This bit is generally intended for horses that have already learned the basics in a snaffle or bosal. Because it uses leverage and bar pressure, it is best suited for "finished" horses or those transitioning into western performance disciplines.Q: What is the mouthpiece width?This bit features a standard 5-inch mouthpiece width, which fits the majority of average-sized stock horses and Quarter Horses comfortably.Item Number/SKU: 25-1795
