Antique Iron Ring Bit for a Horse- Bit972 western The long cheeks are in

The long  cheeks are in a fixed position

It has fixed cheeks with swivelling rein rings on their lower ends

5cm) x  1½" (3

curved at its front edge and stamped "HEEL" at its rear edge - if fitted the wrong way round the escape mechanism would not work

They are made of steel and plated with a silver coloured metal

Antique Iron Ring Bit for a Horse- Bit972 western The long cheeks are inAn old iron ring bit. This style of bit with its severe mouthpiece with a high port and ring that acts as a curb is also known as a "Mameluke" bit. This example is handforged in iron or steel which has acquired a russet patina. The bit has a high port with a bar across which holds two small rollers and a disc. A ring hangs from the top of the port. Half of the a curved slobber or shackle bar remains Dimensions of bit : Mouthpiece 10cm (4")Cheeks 7.