Myler English Dee with Hooks Low Port Comfort Snaffle MB 04 Horse Bit - Stainless Steel with Copper Inlay

Stop fighting for control and start communicating with clarity using the Myler English Dee with Hooks and MB 04 mouthpiece. This Level 2 bit provides the essential tongue relief your horse needs to relax, while the independent side movement ensures your aids are heard without confusion.

Engineered from premium-grade stainless steel with integrated copper inlays, this bit is designed to promote salivation and a soft, responsive mouth. The Myler system prioritizes equine oral anatomy, featuring a curved design that eliminates the "nutcracker" action of traditional snaffles to protect the bars and lips while encouraging a natural head carriage.

Key Features & Specifications:

• Level 2 MB 04 Mouthpiece: Features a 1/4" low port that offers significant tongue relief, encouraging the horse to swallow and relax their jaw for a more focused performance.
• Independent Side Movement (ISM): The central barrel allows each side of the bit to move independently, enabling the rider to isolate aids, lift a shoulder, or encourage lateral flexion with precision.
• Integrated Dee Hooks: Strategic slots in the 3 3/4" Dee-ring allow for bridle and rein attachment that introduces a subtle "lift" and mild leverage without the severity of a curb bit.
• Premium Stainless Steel & Copper: Crafted for longevity with discreet copper inlays that encourage salivation, helping your horse soften their jaw and readily accept the bit.
• The Myler 1/8-Inch Rule: Specifically manufactured 1/8" larger than the stated size to ensure proper clearance, allowing 1/8" to 1/4" of the mouthpiece to be visible on each side of the lips.
• Versatile Training Tool: An ideal "bridge" bit for green horses transitioning from Level 1 or for re-schooling established horses that have become dull to standard single-jointed snaffles.
• Discipline Specific Design: Highly popular in Hunter/Jumper training for horses requiring more lateral control and "lift" than a traditional snaffle provides.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: How do I ensure I am ordering the correct size for my horse?
A: Myler bits are designed to fit slightly wider than traditional bits. Because of the "1/8-inch rule," a 5" Myler bit actually measures 5 1/8" to provide the necessary clearance for the lips. Measure your horse's mouth carefully and expect a small amount of the mouthpiece to be visible on either side for the best fit.

Q: Is the Myler English Dee with Hooks legal for Dressage competition?
A: While the MB 04 mouthpiece itself is often permitted, the version featuring "hooks" on the Dee-ring is generally not considered dressage legal under USEF/FEI rules. This bit is best suited for schooling, training, and jumping disciplines where the added leverage and lift are beneficial.

Q: What makes the MB 04 better than a standard jointed snaffle?
A: Unlike a single-jointed snaffle that collapses into a "V" shape and pinches the bars, the MB 04 features a curved design and a low port. This distributes pressure more evenly across the bars and provides tongue relief, resulting in a much more comfortable and compliant horse.

Item Number/SKU: 89-22042