Myler SS 5 HBT Shank Low Port Comfort Snaffle 5

I purchased a middle age horse that was ridden by inexperienced riders using a twisted wire snaffle. I learned that he was trained by an experienced trainer before the person I bought him from, took possession of him. He responded to leg cues, with spurs, and would get very nervous with the slightest mouth cue. When I bought him, he had bit issues, to say the least! He got very worked up when under saddle.I needed clear communication that didn't require complicated mechanisms and that wasn't severe to his mouth. This level Myler bit fit what I was looking for.It wasn't a magic quick fix. I put him back to ground training, developed trust, respect and gentile responsiveness first. Then began earning trust and respect in the saddle.It took about 2 weeks, after introducing this bit, to get him to relax and focus enough to trust that it would not suddenly hurt him.For those of you who would question why I didn't use a hackamore... he has pretty severe scar tissue where a halter had grown into his head and nose.Love this bit, it is working well for me and my boy. Please remember that a bit is only as good as the person holding the reign.

I was surprised by how small this bit was. Have had head tossing issues with my mare for several years, and thought I'd try this bit. I have not had her toss her head once with this bit, and have used it on 5 outings. It may be too forgiving for her, because there are a few times I have to really get in her mouth, but that just may take some getting used to ...Overall, I am pleased with the bit.. just hoping it lasts, partly because it was pricey, but mostly because the amount of metal at the center mouthpiece seems pretty minimal. She definitely accepts this bit nicely.

Appeared to be a very nice, well made bit. I ordered a 5.5” for my Spotted Draft and it was huge! Measured over 6” (used two different measuring tapes because I thought I was nuts lol). I would recommend ordering down a size. Returning the 5.5” for a 5”.

Very happy with the product! We are very happy with this product and the professionalism of the seller!

Wow outstanding. This bit gives me the leverage I need. My horse is strong willed & very hard to turn. With this bit, I put my leg on & shake my wrist. He turns. No pulling on his mouth.

I liked the product but had to return it as the 4 3/4" was too large for my Welsh Pony. She needed a 4 1/2" which was not available. She is currently in a 4 3/4" Glory Butterfly bit which fits perfect. Unfortunately, I wanted to use a bit that was more flexible and this bit would have fit the bill if the sizing/fit was the same as the Glory bit Was very disappointed as I looked forward to using this Myler bit.

Very well built and my mare responds very well to it

My mare has a thick tongue and lips, finally a bit she is happy with. 5” too narrow 5 1/2 too wide but she is happy so I’m keeping it.