The Curved Shank delivers a smooth pickup, quick reset, and a centered, balanced feel that keeps communication soft on the first contact while still building into effective leverage. Its back-set profile helps shape lift, rate, and alignment without becoming abrupt or heavy in the rider’s hand. This design allows for controlled, progressive engagement, making it well-suited for tuned horses that respond best to a refined, steady signal.
The mouthpiece features a full copper bar correction port, combining warmth, acceptance, and precise control. The copper bars encourage salivation and relaxation, helping keep the mouth soft and responsive. The correction port provides clear vertical lift while allowing each side to move independently, improving lateral precision and overall body control. This combination offers a firm, defined feel while still promoting comfort and willingness, making it ideal for horses that need both refinement and responsiveness.
Showman® Premium Bits
Each Showman® bit is forged and finished by hand with solid welds and balanced leverage for professional use.
Showman Curved Shank with Full Copper Bar Correction Port
- Full copper bars promote salivation, warmth, and a softer, more accepting mouth.
- Correction port delivers vertical lift with independent side action for refined cues.
- Curved shank (7") provides balanced leverage with a smooth pickup and clean reset.
- Independent movement enhances bend, shoulder control, and lateral precision.
- Firm, refined feel suited to tuned horses in experienced hands.
Specification Measurement / Material Mouthpiece 5" full copper bar correction port Port Height Approx. 1 3/4" Port Width 1" Shank Style Curved Shank Shank Length 7" Finish Hand-forged steel with copper inlay Bit Severity / Feel Moderate to firm; refined and responsive depending on rider hand Use Lift, rate, bend, shoulder control, straightness, and advanced refinement
