The Seven Shank offers a crisp pickup with direct leverage and a quick, tidy release, keeping signals clear while you shape rate, lift, and straightness. Its defined leverage profile gives riders a precise, responsive feel, making it a strong choice for horses that go well in a bit with more immediate communication.
The mouthpiece blends slow-twisted bars with a three-piece lifesaver center. The slow twist increases bar definition without the sharpness of a fast twist, offering clearer contact while maintaining fairness. The lifesaver center lies flatter on the tongue, reducing palate pinch and distributing pressure more evenly than a single joint. Independent side movement supports accurate lateral work, helping the rider control bend, shoulder placement, and body alignment with clarity.
Showman® Premium Bits
Each Showman® bit is forged and finished by hand with solid welds and balanced leverage for professional use.
Showman Seven Shank with Jointed Slow Twist Life Saver
- The three-piece lifesaver center distributes tongue pressure evenly and reduces the nutcracker effect.
- Slow-twist bars provide more defined bar contact without the sharper feel of a fast twist.
- Independent side action supports clean lateral cues, bend, and shoulder control.
- Seven Shank (8") delivers direct leverage, a crisp signal, and a fast, tidy reset.
- Firm, responsive feel suited to tuned horses and confident hands.
Specification Measurement / Material Mouthpiece 5" slow-twist, three-piece lifesaver Shank Style Seven Shank Shank Length 8" Finish Hand-forged steel Bit Severity / Feel Firm, defined, and responsive; best for tuned horses and experienced riders Use Rate, lift, bend, shoulder control, and refined lateral communication
