Dexter Ring Bit Racing Snaffle with Sweet Iron Mouth
The Dexter ring bit is especially designed for racing horses. It is a very Popular racing bit. The large loose ring acts as a second bit and encircles the lower jaw which helps to control pulling and lugging created by the horse. It adds lateral guiding effect and smoothly provides directions which in-turn increases jockey's steering and stopping capabilities especially in headstrong racehorses.
Sweet Iron
Sweet Iron Mouth is designed to rust over time which encourages saliva production and creates a sweeter taste that increases acceptance of the bit by horse. Once the bit comes in contact with horse's mouthoxidation takes place. With passage of time, the bit begins to look rusty. The rust is not harmful to the horse.
Measurements
Mouthpiece thickness - 16mm (Sweet Iron)
Ring diameter - 43x35mm (Stainless Steel)
Ring thickness - 6mm (Stainless Steel)
Large ring diameter - 130mm (Stainless Steel)
Ring thickness - 6mm (Stainless Steel)