Classic Equine 7-1/2in Performance Chain Bit Mouthpiece Width: 5" Bar Width: 5/8" Purchase: 2 3/4" Shank: 4 3/4" Cheek: 7 1/2" Bit Material: Sweet Iron Classic Equine Bit Logic 7-1/2" Performance Chain Bit A good tool for reiterating bend and flex. Mild and pinchless sweet iron mouthpiece is comfortable and applies even pressure to the corners of the mouth and tongue. 7 1/2" Cheek Series. The 7 1/2" cheek style is the next line up in the tool box. Extremely versatile, it can be used for training drills, pleasure riding, or competition. This cheek has a 2 3/4" purchase with a 4 3/4" shank. The shank is swept back, like the 6" model, but to a lesser degree, which offers more leverage and control. The purchase/shank alignment ratio creates more pressure to all points of contact than the 7 1/2" design. When properly used and adjusted, it is still considered a mild cheek, but one with plenty of leverage to control the horse at increased speeds.
