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Francois Gauthier Lifesaver Loose Ring Bit
$79.99 $89.00
Brushed SS 3" Loose Ring with Sliding Sleeves, 5 1/8" Sweet Iron 3-Piece Copper Bars with Lifesaver mouthpiece.
Dee Butterfield Loose Ring Bit with Sweet Iron Mouth
$69.99
Dee Butterfield 5¼" Brushed Stainless Steel Loose Ring, 3-Piece Sweet Iron Mouth.
Myler Black Steel Seven Shank Bit MB43LP
$287.99 $320.00
Myler Black Steel 7" Seven Shank, MB 43LP Narrow Low Ported Barrel, Level 2-3
The MB 43LP does not rotate on to the tongue, but instead sits solidly across the bars and lips of the horse’s mouth. The port is narrower than a Level 3 mouthpiece, but still offers room for the horse’s tongue to pass under the bit. Because the port is narrow, when the reins are engaged, the horse will feel a slight pressure on the outside edges of the tongue — a gentle reminder rather than a strong reprimand. The port on this mouthpiece is only 1 ¼" high, so it will apply little to no palate pressure. It is the mildest of the Level 2-3 mouthpieces in terms of tongue pressure, just one step below a Level 3 mouthpiece. Sweet iron mouthpiece oxidizes and encourages salivation.
Independent Side Movement
Sweet Iron mouthpiece
Curved Mouthpiece does not pinch lips and bars
Copper Inlay
Black shank will discolor over time to an antique brown
Stainless Steel Dots
Notes: For more tongue pressure, see the MB 27LP, MB 27PB or the MB 41PB. For more tongue relief, see the MB 43MP. For the same benefits but with some palate pressure, see the MB 43HP. For the correctional version of this mouthpiece, see the MB 47 or MB 47PB. For the Level 3 version of this mouthpiece but no Independent Side Movement, see the MB 12 or MB 98.
The Black Steel Seven Shank is a length of round black steel in a “7” curve, with a ring purchase and a rein ring. The mouthpiece is fixed to the cheek with a decorative “stack.” The entire shank moves independently of the mouthpiece. The purchase is slightly angled away from the cheek to avoid rubbing.
Size: 6 ¾" shank
Action: Indirect
Discipline: Western
Degree of Leverage: Mild to Moderate
5"
Myler Eggbutt Bit 14mm MB36
$229.99 $256.00
Myler Stainless Steel Eggbutt without Hooks, MB 36 14mm Mullen Forward Tilt Ported Barrel
The MB 36 is a Myler alternative to the traditional mullen, but it has a wide low port that allows the tongue to pass under it comfortably. The port is 1" high, and tilted forward at a 45º angle, allowing just enough room for the horse’s tongue to elevate slightly and swallow, but not high enough for palate pressure. When the reins are engaged, the MB 36 applies pressure primarily to the bars and lip, but also applies tongue pressure because of the forward tilt. Mouthpiece is 14mm at the cheek.
Independent Side Movement
Stainless Steel mouthpiece
Curved mouthpiece does not pinch lips or bars
Copper Inlay
USEF dressage legal (1/2012), FEI dressage legal (7/2016). Consult organization's rule book for more information.
Notes: This mouthpiece is a step up in tongue relief from Level 2, but because the port is low, it does not offer as much tongue relief as other Level 2-3 mouthpieces with slightly higher ports because the tongue is still somewhat restricted. The MB 36 mouthpiece is similar to the MB 06, except that it is ¼" higher and the port is tilted forward. The MB 06 mouthpiece will apply less tongue pressure than the MB 36 but additionally offer less tongue relief when the reins are relaxed. For more overall tongue relief while still remaining dressage legal, see the MB 33WL.
An eggbutt is a traditional cheek style which keeps the mouthpiece from draping on the tongue, providing a more direct signal than the loose ring. The straight side of eggbutt will not pull through the mouth and does not pinch. For a more versatile version, see the eggbutt with hooks.
Size: 3 ½" rounded ring
Action: Direct
Discipline: English or Western
5", 5.5"
6" Available by Special Order
X-Line Hackamore with Bridle and Web Reins
$199.99 $215.00
by Waldhausen.
Anatomically shaped crownpiece
Curved browband
Softly lined nose, browband and crownpiece
Stainless steel fittings
Supplied with web reins
Classy and high quality - the X-Line collection by Waldhausen. 180 years of competence in leatherworking ensure top quality and a perfect fit. Only the the finest leather is used for the X-line series and worked on at the most experienced saddlemakers. Waldhausen bridles for riders with a feel for quality.
Myler Loose Ring Bit 14mm MB06
$184.99 $206.00
Myler Stainless Steel Loose Ring, MB 06-14mm Mullen with Low Ported Barrel, Level 2-3
The MB 06 is a Myler alternative to the traditional mullen, but it has a wide low port that allows the tongue to pass under it comfortably. The port is ¾" high, just enough to allow the horse’s tongue to elevate slightly and swallow, but not high enough for palate pressure. When the reins are engaged, the 06 applies pressure primarily to the bars and lips. Mouthpiece is 14mm at the cheek.
Independent Side Movement
Stainless Steel Mouthpiece
Curved mouthpiece does not pinch lips and bars
Copper Inlay
USEF 2012 and FEI 2016 Dressage Legal. Consult rulebook for more information.
Notes: This mouthpiece is a step up in tongue relief from Level 2, but because the port is low, it does not offer as much tongue relief as other Level 2-3 mouthpieces with slightly higher ports because the tongue is still somewhat restricted. The MB 36 mouthpiece will offer more tongue relief than the MB 06 when the reins are relaxed, but more tongue pressure when the reins are engaged.
The loose ring is a simple stainless steel "O" shape where both the bridle and mouthpiece have no fixed point of attachment but slide freely around the ring. The loose ring allows a lot of play as the mouthpiece slides freely around the ring.
Size: 3" ring
Action: Direct
Discipline: English or Western
Notes: The loose ring is generally considered one of the most non-interfering cheek pieces because the mouthpiece slides freely around the ring. However the play in the mouthpiece can make it difficult for a horse to find your hands as the mouthpiece is in continual motion. The movement of the mouthpiece can also exaggerate or create a busy mouth in young or anxious horses. It is best suited for more advanced horses fully schooled in leg and seat aids as well as rein aids.
5", 5.5"
5.25", 6" Available by Special Order
Myler Eggbutt Bit w/ Hooks MB04
$242.99 $270.00
*You are seeing a brand new design for this cheekpiece. Please be aware that some retailers may not have this style in stock yet so you may receive the original design.
Size 6" only available in old design.
Myler Stainless Steel Eggbutt with Hooks, MB 04 Low Port Comfort Snaffle, Level 2
The MB 04 is similar to the MB 02 in that it will rotate on the tongue and apply tongue pressure, however, it has a small (¼") port that introduces some tongue relief to the horse. The port allows the horse to swallow and move his tongue when he is moving forward and relaxed, which acts as a release or reward. The mouthpiece is curved, and it wraps around the bars and lips instead of pinching.
Independent Side Movement
Stainless Steel Mouthpiece
Curved mouthpiece does not pinch lips and bars
Copper Inlay
NOT Dressage Legal
Notes: The MB 04 provides an excellent transition from Level One to Level Two. It is suitable for a wide range of horses including green horses, experienced horses entering the Myler System, horses that have been ridden exclusively in a single-jointed mouthpiece, or horses that have not been ridden for a while needing re-schooling.
The addition of the hooks to the cheek make this a more versatile version of the eggbutt without hooks. Attaching the headstall to the top hook holds the bit in the correct position instead of allowing it to slide around the bridle cheeks. Attaching the reins to the rein hooks allows the rider to lift the cheek and use the Independent Side Movement™ of the mouthpiece (if available). Using the hooks does not add leverage but allows the rider to transition from a direct rein action to indirect action without changing the bit. Adding a curb strap (using a Myler curb strap kit) incorporates curb pressure. Curb pressure is recommended for ported mouthpieces.
The small loop behind the top slot accommodates a curb strap (attach with two curb hooks). Both the top bridle slot and bottom rein slot will fit standard ⅝" bridle leather.
Size: 3 ½" rounded ring
Action: Direct rein action when rein hook is not used. Indirect rein action when rein is fixed on rein hook.
Discipline: English or Western
Degree of Leverage: Little to no leverage when the hooks are used.
4.75", 5", 5.5"
6" Available by Special Order
Cavalier Rubber Mouth Eggbutt Gag Bit
$69.99
Rubber Mouth Eggbutt Gag with 23 mm mouth.
Please note: Rubber mouth bits are warrantied against manufacturer’s defects only. Wear and tear caused by routine usage is not covered.
Cavalier Waterford Full Cheek
$74.99
This is an excellent bit for a horse that tends to “get stuck on the bit” or bear down on it.
Happy Mouth Jointed Pelham
$119.99
Featuring an enticing apple scented mouth piece, horse and ponies alike are guaranteed to love them. All Happy Mouth bits are made with the same high tech materials, making them soft, gentle and comfortable for your horse.
Cavalier Double Twisted Wire Full Cheek
$54.99
Double Twisted Wire Full Cheek with Stainless Steel wire mouth. (1/8")
Cavalier Klasse Nickle Free Oval Mouth Eggbutt Bit
$89.99
Cyprium-90 nickel free Eggbutt with 16 mm oval mouth and Stainless Steel rings.Measure between 5.5" to 5.75"
Happy Mouth Single Jointed King Dee
$99.99
Featuring an enticing apple scented mouth piece, horse and ponies alike are guaranteed to love them. All Happy Mouth bits are made with the same high tech materials, making them soft, gentle and comfortable for your horse.
Happy Mouth King Dee with jointed mouthpiece.
Francois Gauthier Brushed Short Futurity Hinged S...
$189.99
5 1/8" sweet iron hinged port mouthpiece with copper roller. 7½" stainless steel brushed Hi-Purchase cheek with hand engraved stainless steel trim. The Hi-Purchase cheek design allows better pressure distribution to the Poll and a better balance. Helps to develop a lighter mouth. For the intermediate horse. Comfortable with a Moderate effect.