The Long S cheek delivers a smooth, rolling signal with progressive leverage—clean pickup, clear release, and balance in the hand. Its shape helps with rate, lift, and shoulder control while staying light and readable for the horse. This makes it a reliable choice for riders who want defined cues without sacrificing softness.
The mouthpiece combines slow-twisted bars with a hinged correction center. The slow twist increases bar definition without the bite of a fast twist, while the hinged correction allows each side to move independently. This design enhances lateral clarity and provides vertical lift when engaged, ideal for shaping collection, straightness, and refined control on tuned horses.
Showman® Premium Bits
Each Showman® bit is forged and finished by hand with solid welds and balanced leverage for professional use.
Showman Long S Shank with Slow Twist Correction Hinge
- Slow-twist bars provide more defined bar contact without the severity of a fast twist.
- Hinged correction port offers vertical lift with independent side action for refined cues.
- Long S cheek (8 ½") creates progressive leverage with a smooth, readable signal.
- Firm, precise feel suited to confident hands working with tuned, responsive horses.
- Ideal for shaping lift, rate, bend, and collection with increased clarity.
Specification Measurement / Material Mouthpiece 5" slow twist with hinged correction center Port Height Approx. 1 ½" Port Width 1" Shank Style Long S Shank Shank Length 8 ½" Finish Hand-forged steel Bit Severity / Feel Firm, precise; best for tuned horses and experienced riders Use Lift, rate, collection, bend, and refined lateral control
