Dutton Bits Solid Medium Port with Swivel Shanks and Inlaid Bars Mouthpiece Width: 5" Bar Width: 3/8" Purchase: 3" Shank: 5 1/2" Cheek: 8 1/2" Port Height: 1 1/4" Width: 2" Bit Material: Sweet Iron Features: Copper inlay This bit will help encourage collection and flexion as this bit mainly works off of bar pressure where the copper on this mouthpiece is located This bit will give tongue relief where the port of the bit is located This bit will also work off of outside tongue pressure A swept back shank to discourage a horse from playing with the shank. This cheek allows for great balance to the bit as well as the length increases the amount of leverage to your horse's chin and poll. This Dutton Solid Ported Bit will help encourage a horse to collect and break at the poll with your cues. The 8 1/2" cheek on this bit will have a lot of leverage to also help with collection. We recommend using this bit as a training tool and not riding in it everyday.
