Myler MB 33 Combination Bit - Level 3 Sweet Iron Ported Barrel, Copper Inlay, 6" Shank

Achieve a new level of harmony with your finished horse by providing the ultimate in tongue relief and nuanced, multi-point communication. The Myler MB 33 Combination Bit eliminates resistance by distributing pressure across five points of the head, allowing for a soft, willing response even in high-stakes disciplines like barrel racing or show jumping.

Engineered for the advanced equine partner, this Level 3 bit features a wide, 1.5-inch ported barrel that grants the tongue complete freedom, shifting control to the bars and lips for a lighter, more sophisticated feel. The mouthpiece is meticulously crafted from sweet iron with copper inlays, a premium material combination that naturally oxidizes to create a pleasant taste, encouraging salivation and a relaxed, accepting jaw during every ride.

Key Features & Specifications:

• Level 3 Tongue Relief: Features a wide, 1.5-inch ported barrel designed specifically for finished horses, providing maximum tongue room to promote total relaxation and a consistent frame.
• 5-Point Pressure System: This innovative hybrid design synchronizes cues across the nose, chin, poll, lips, and bars, offering a "pre-signal" on the face before the mouthpiece fully engages.
• Independent Side Movement (ISM): The specialized mouthpiece allows each side of the bit to move independently, enabling precise cues for lifting a shoulder or bending without affecting the opposite side of the mouth.
• Sweet Iron & Copper Inlay: Stimulates natural salivation and rapid bit acceptance through a sweet-tasting oxidation process, ensuring a soft, responsive mouth and a consistent connection.
• 6" Shank Design: Provides enhanced leverage and sophisticated control, making it an ideal choice for speed and agility disciplines such as Barrel Racing, Eventing, and Show Jumping.
• The 1/8-Inch Rule: Manufactured to be approximately 1/8" wider than the stated size (available in 5", 5.5", and 6" widths) to ensure proper clearance and prevent pinching of the lips.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: How does the "combination" design benefit a sensitive horse?
A: The Myler MB 33 acts as a hybrid between a ring bit, shank, and hackamore. By engaging the nose, chin, and poll before the mouthpiece, it provides a gentler "warning" signal, allowing sensitive horses to respond to the face pressure before feeling the bit in their mouth.

Q: Is the MB 33 appropriate for a horse that is still learning the basics?
A: This is a Level 3 bit intended for "finished" horses who are established in their training and work primarily off the rider's seat and leg. It is designed for horses that require maximum tongue relief and sophisticated, subtle communication rather than basic correction.

Q: How should I adjust the fit of this bit?
A: Because the noseband and chin strap are integrated, the bit should be adjusted so the mouthpiece "floats" in the mouth. You want to achieve approximately a 1-inch slide of the mouthpiece before it makes contact, ensuring the face signals are delivered first.

Item Number/SKU: 89-31335