The smooth, hand polished black sweet iron material is designed to “rust”, thereby improving bit acceptance by a sweet taste. This bit also improves mouth moisture due the inclusion of a copper middle. With its peanut/lozenge center, this bit minimizes the nutcracker effect and helping to improve communication with you and your horse. Fixed eggbutt cheeks help to imprvove bit stability in the mouth. Suitable for use with young horses and finished show horses alike, this imported bit is quickly becoming one of our Best Sellers!