Refined Control for the Responsive Ride

If you're looking for that perfect middle ground between a soft snaffle and a full gag, the Shires Brass Alloy Bevel Bit With Lozenge is your go-to solution. Often called a 'Wilkie' bit, this design offers just enough poll pressure to help your horse find a better outline and stay light in the hand without being overwhelming for sensitive mouths.

Crafted with a copper-rich brass alloy mouthpiece, this bit is designed to encourage salivation and bit acceptance from the moment you head out of the barn. Whether you're navigating a tricky jump course or heading out for a long day of hunting, the Shires Bevel Bit provides the subtle 'brakes' needed for a more controlled, confident performance.

Why We Love the Shires Bevel Bit

• Promotes Salivation and Acceptance: The brass alloy mouthpiece is naturally warm and copper-rich, encouraging your horse to stay soft, moist, and responsive through the jaw.
• Mild Leverage for Better Brakes: By utilizing fixed rein positions, this bit provides gentle poll pressure to help lower the head and improve responsiveness in horses that tend to get a bit strong or headstrong.
• Comfortable Double-Jointed Design: The central lozenge prevents the 'nutcracker' action of a single joint, distributing pressure evenly across the tongue and bars for a kinder, more anatomical feel.
• Optimal 16mm Thickness: The standard 16mm mouthpiece offers a perfect balance of comfort and control, ensuring it is not too bulky for the average horse's mouth.
• Proportional Sizing for a Perfect Fit: Shires scales the cheek size from 55mm to 70mm based on the width, ensuring the hardware is perfectly proportioned for everything from show ponies to larger riding horses.
• Durable Stainless Steel Cheeks: While the mouthpiece focuses on taste and feel, the stainless steel cheeks ensure long-lasting durability and a rust-free finish for years of hard work.

Best For

Show pony riders and jumpers looking for a 'step-up' bit that offers mild leverage and improved control without the severity of a traditional gag.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the Shires Bevel Bit legal for dressage?

No, because it offers a mild leverage action through the fixed rein positions, the Shires Brass Alloy Bevel Bit is generally not dressage legal in most organizations like USEF or British Dressage.

Q: How do I choose the right size for my horse?

We recommend choosing your horse's standard width; you should aim for about 1/4 inch (5mm) of space between the horse's lips and the bit rings on each side to ensure a comfortable fit without pinching.

Q: What is the benefit of the lozenge center?

The lozenge in the Shires Brass Alloy Bevel Bit provides a more anatomical fit by removing the roof-of-the-mouth pressure often associated with single-jointed bits, making it a much kinder option for sensitive horses.

Item Number/SKU: 6534.5