Myler MBT Shank Horse Bit with Correctional Wide Port MB 41PB - 5" Sweet Iron Copper Inlay Mouthpiece, 5.5" Shank

Achieve the perfect balance of gentle tongue relief and precise correctional control with a bit designed to refine your horse's responsiveness and performance. The Myler MBT Shank with Correctional Wide Port (MB 41PB) is the ultimate transitional tool for horses with a solid foundation who need clearer communication without sacrificing comfort.

Engineered with Myler’s legendary attention to detail, this Level 2-3 bit features a 5-inch mouthpiece crafted from sweet iron and copper to encourage a soft, moist mouth. The innovative MBT shank design incorporates patented Independent Side Movement, allowing you to deliver isolated lateral cues that prevent the "nutcracker" effect and ensure your signals are never lost in translation during trail, pleasure, or all-around western work.

Key Features & Specifications:

• Correctional Wide Port (MB 41PB): Features a unique tiered design that offers maximum tongue relief when relaxed but applies targeted pressure to the bars and tongue when engaged for precise correction.
• 5.5" Stainless Steel MBT Shank: Provides mild, indirect curb action with a flat shank profile that is both durable and aesthetically classic for western disciplines.
• Independent Swivel Cheek: Features Myler's patented design allowing the purchase, mouthpiece, and shank to move independently, delivering clearer signals without the bit rubbing the horse's face.
• Sweet Iron with Copper Inlay: The 5" mouthpiece naturally oxidizes to create a sweet taste, promoting salivation and a more accepting, relaxed headset for your equine partner.
• Level 2-3 Classification: Specifically designed for horses that have mastered basic cues and are ready to transition into a curb or refine their finishing work with a "transitional" bit.
• Angled Purchase Design: The purchase is slightly angled away from the cheek to ensure a comfortable fit that eliminates pinching and interference during lateral movements.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: Is this bit suitable for a horse transitioning from a snaffle?
A: Yes! As a Myler Level 2-3 bit, it is specifically designed for horses with a solid training foundation who are moving into curb bits, offering the tongue relief they crave with the correctional cues needed for advanced refinement.

Q: How does the "Correctional" feature actually work?
A: The tiered design of the MB 41PB mouthpiece collapses and rotates onto the tongue and bars only when the reins are engaged, providing two distinct points of pressure to effectively correct horses that "get heavy" or ignore subtle aids.

Q: What size horse does the 5" mouthpiece fit?
A: The 5-inch width is the industry standard size for most average-sized horses, providing a comfortable fit across the bars without being too restrictive or excessively wide.

Item Number/SKU: 89-61425