Myler HBT Shank Snaffle: Sweet Iron Mullen Barrel - Enhanced Comfort & Control

Myler HBT Shank Snaffle: Sweet Iron Mullen Barrel - Enhanced Comfort & ControlIs your horse resisting the bit, displaying discomfort, or struggling with acceptance? Discover a new level of communication and comfort with the Myler HBT Shank Snaffle featuring a Sweet Iron Mullen Barrel (MB 32-3). This expertly designed bit is engineered to transform your horse's bitting experience, promoting a softer mouth and improved responsiveness.The innovative Sweet Iron mouthpiece is more than just a material – it's an invitation. As it naturally oxidizes, it creates a subtly sweet taste that horses instinctively love, actively encouraging salivation and promoting enthusiastic bit acceptance. Say goodbye to a dry, resistant mouth!At the heart of its design, the Mullen Barrel mouthpiece ensures exceptionally even pressure distribution across your horse's tongue, bars, and lips. This gentle, consistent contact prevents painful pinching and harsh pressure points, fostering a relaxed and compliant frame of mind.Further enhancing its appeal, a discreet Copper Inlay within the mouthpiece intensifies the sweet taste and further stimulates salivation, ensuring your horse remains comfortable, moist, and receptive throughout your ride.Key Features: Give your horse the gift of unparalleled comfort and clear communication. Elevate your riding experience with the Myler HBT Shank Snaffle – where thoughtful design meets equine well-being.Frequently Asked QuestionsHow does the Mullen Barrel mouthpiece enhance comfort and communication for my horse?The Mullen Barrel mouthpiece is designed for superior comfort by distributing pressure evenly across the tongue, bars, and lips, preventing pinching. Its unique curved bars and central barrel provide a kinder contact. Crucially, it incorporates Myler's patented "Independent Side Movement" (ISM), allowing each side of the bit to move separately. This delivers clearer, more precise signals for lateral flexion and prevents a confusing "whole mouth" pressure, helping your horse understand cues better and swallow more easily when the reins are not engaged.What are the benefits of the Myler HBT Shank design?The Myler HBT Shank is engineered to provide mild leverage, offering an indirect curb rein action when used with a curb strap. This action applies gentle, controlled pressure to the mouth, chin, and poll, enhancing communication. Its popular 5-inch length is versatile and practical, even allowing horses to graze more easily during activities like trail riding. The Independent Swivel Cheek feature further ensures that the shank moves independently of the mouthpiece, reducing direct pressure on your horse's face from a single rein cue.Why is the mouthpiece made of Sweet Iron, and how do I care for it?The mouthpiece is crafted from Sweet Iron, a combination of black iron and copper. This material is intentionally designed to oxidize (rust) when exposed to air and moisture, creating a naturally sweet taste that most horses find appealing. This encourages salivation, promoting bit acceptance and a softer, more responsive mouth. The presence of rust is normal and harmless to your horse. To care for your bit, simply wipe it thoroughly after each use to remove saliva and slow down the rusting process, and store it in a dry environment.Which type of horse is this Myler bit suitable for, and what does 'Level 2' mean?Myler bits are categorized into levels to help riders choose the most appropriate bit for their horse's training stage and mouth comfort. This specific Myler HBT Shank Snaffle with a Sweet Iron Mullen Barrel (MB 32-3) is a Myler Level 2 bit. Level 2 bits are ideal for horses transitioning from Level 1 (green or basic training) or those needing a refined introduction to curb pressure and lateral flexion. They offer more tongue relief than Level 1 bits, making them suitable for horses that respond well to a gentle, even pressure and are ready for more sophisticated communication.