The Argentine cheek offers a quick pickup, mild leverage, and an easy reset, keeping signals light, direct, and easy for the horse to understand. This makes it a reliable choice for riders who want balanced leverage without adding weight or intimidation to the cue.
The mouthpiece combines slow-twisted bars with a three-piece lifesaver center. The slow twist provides added definition on the bars without the harsh bite of a fast twist, while the lifesaver lies flatter on the tongue to reduce palate pinch and distribute pressure more evenly. Independent side movement helps deliver clear lateral cues, making this bit especially useful for shaping bend, shoulder control, and straightness.
Showman® Premium Bits
Each Showman® bit is forged and finished by hand with solid welds and balanced leverage for professional use.
Showman Argentine Shank with Jointed Slow Twist Life Saver
- Three-piece lifesaver center offers even tongue pressure with reduced nutcracker effect.
- Slow-twisted bars add more defined bar contact without excessive severity.
- Independent side action provides accurate bend, shoulder control, and refined lateral cues.
- Argentine cheek (6 ½") gives light, balanced leverage with a quick, clean reset.
- Ideal for tuned horses needing clear definition with a mild, responsive feel.
Specification Measurement / Material Mouthpiece 5" slow twist with three-piece lifesaver center Center Piece Lifesaver ring, polished Shank Style Argentine Shank Shank Length 6 ½" Finish Hand-forged steel Bit Severity / Feel Mild–moderate definition; best for tuned horses needing clarity Use Bend, shoulder control, straightness, and light leverage work
