Achieve the ultimate level of refinement and soft responsiveness with a bit designed specifically for the finished Western athlete. The Professional’s Choice Bob Avila Seven Shank Bit provides the perfect balance of leverage and immediate pressure release, ensuring your horse stays focused, relaxed, and supple in the show ring.

Part of the prestigious Bob Avila collection, this bit is a masterclass in functional design for high-level disciplines like Reining, Working Cow Horse, and Western Pleasure. The combination of a 2-inch medium port and an integrated copper roller encourages relaxation and salivation, while the weighted "Seven" shank design ensures a clear, consistent signal that promotes proper collection and effortless poll flexion.

Key Features & Specifications:

• Weighted Seven Shank: Features a 7-inch cheek design that provides an exceptional feel and immediate pressure release while preventing horses from "lipping" the bit.
• 2-Inch Medium Port: Offers moderate tongue relief by arching over the tongue to transfer clear, refined signals to the bars and palate for superior control.
• Sweet Iron Mouthpiece: The 5 ¼" wide mouthpiece is designed to oxidize over time, creating a sweet taste that horses find highly palatable to encourage better bit acceptance.
• Integrated Copper Roller: Promotes continuous salivation to keep the mouth moist and provides a soothing point of focus for nervous or "busy-mouthed" horses.
• Balanced Leverage: Specifically engineered for finished horses to encourage proper collection and a clean break at the poll when used with a curb strap.
• Show Ring Ready: Built to meet the rigorous standards of AQHA and NRHA competition, making it a staple for serious Western performance riders.
• Solid Communication: The solid mouthpiece design provides a more uniform and consistent signal than a jointed bit, ideal for the mature, neck-reining horse.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: Is this bit appropriate for starting a young horse?
A: No, this is a dedicated curb bit intended for mature horses that have already been started in a snaffle. It is designed for horses that understand how to "give" to the bit and require refined communication in performance disciplines.

Q: How does the sweet iron mouthpiece work?
A: Sweet iron is designed to rust or oxidize, which creates a sweet taste that horses love. This process, combined with the copper roller, stimulates salivation and keeps the horse's mouth soft and responsive during work.

Item Number/SKU: AVB-211