This bit features Western Dee cheeks with hooks and a Myler MB 02 comfort snaffle mouth. It is a Myler level 1 bit.
The MB 02 is the Myler alternative to the traditional French link or lozenge mouthpiece commonly used in snaffle bits. The MB 02 rotates onto the tongue, applying tongue pressure, but because the mouthpiece is curved, it wraps around the bars and lips instead of pinching. The barrel in the center applies approximately the same pressure on the tongue as a traditional three-piece mouthpiece; however, the barrel distributes the pressure more kindly and creates Independent Side Movement. Sweet iron mouthpiece oxidizes and encourages salivation.
The Western Dee with Hooks is a circular stainless steel ring with a fixed attachment of the mouthpiece, with top and bottom rings (hooks) for headstall and rein attachment. The small loop behind the top slot accommodates a curb strap (attach with two curb hooks). The top bridle ring will fit standard 5/8" leather found on most headstalls. The bottom rein ring has recently been updated to fit slobber straps up to approximately 1 3/4". Attaching the headstall to the top hook holds the bit in the correct position instead of allowing it to slide around the bridle cheek pieces. Attaching the reins to the rein hooks allows the rider to lift the cheek and use the Independent Side Movement of the mouthpiece. Adding a curb strap (using a Myler curb strap kit) incorporates curb pressure. Curb pressure is recommended for ported mouthpieces.
Features:
- Western Dee
- 3" offset ring
- Independent side motion
- MB 02 comfort snaffle mouth
- Stainless steel cheeks
- Sweet iron mouth with copper inlay
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer or reproductive harm.
For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
