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Adjusta Flat Cheek Training BitNOT JUST A BIT - It's an "adjustable" mouth bit!! Brand New design! Patented. No more mistakes in buying the wrong size, less to have...

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Adjusta Snaffle with Aluminum Shanks BitAluminum Shank Adjusta Bit by Coronet NOT JUST A BIT - It's an "adjustable" mouth bit!! Brand New design! Patent Pending No more mistakes...

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Black Iron Copper Wound Training BitBlack Iron Copper Wound Training Bit Size: 5" Our Price $23.65

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Black Iron Training Snaffle with Copper Inlay BitBlack Iron Training Snaffle with Copper Inlay Bit Size: 5" Our Price $19.95

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Black Snaffle with Engraved Cheeks BitBlack Snaffle With Engraved Cheeks Bit This bit has 8" cheeks. Size: 5" We advise you to check with your breed or discipline association...

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Calif Pleasure Sweet Iron with Copper Inlay BitCalifornia Pleasure Sweet Iron with Copper Inlay Size: 5" Our Price $25.65

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Cavalry Curb BitUS Cavalry Bit A fantastic exact replica of a US "S" curve curb bit.  This was the standard issue bit, general use without a bradoon.  The...

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Chain Mouth Snaffle with Black Antique Finish BitChain Mouth Snaffle with Black Antique Finish Bit with Silver with Barbwire design. This bit has 7" shanks. Size: 5" Our Price $29.95

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Copper Mouth High Port Training BitCopper Mouth High Port Training Bit. Stainless steel shanks. Size: 5" Our Price $33.00

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Copper Mouth Training BitCopper Mouth Training Bit. 4 1/2" shanks. Because the shanks are bent this bit will react a bit slower than an straight shank bit. Good for...

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General Information
Bits with shanks create leverage on the mouthpiece, pressure on the poll and under the jaw. The longer the shank the more severe the bit can be. However, the severity and quickness of the bit can be adjusted by loosening the curb strap. The quickness of any bit with shanks will depend on two things. First the shape of the shank. Is the bit shank straight or curved as in a grazing bit? If it curves to the rear it will not be as quick as if the shank is straight. If, for example, you are using a grazing  bit and you loosen the curb strap, the bit will react slow to your hand movements..
The more you tighten the curb strap the faster the bit will react. Be aware of the conformation of your horses mouth and jaw it will help you determine what type of bit will best suit you and your horse.
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