Showman Long S Shank with Smooth Dogbone

 The Long S cheek offers a smooth, rolling signal with progressive leverage that provides a clean pickup, clear release, and balanced feel in the hand. This design helps maintain steady communication without adding weight, making it ideal for shaping bend, guiding rate, and keeping a horse soft through the body.The smooth dogbone is a three-piece mouthpiece that lies flatter across the tongue, reducing the nutcracker effect common in two-piece snaffles. Its independent side action allows each cheek to move separately, giving riders crisp lateral control, clearer shoulder placement, and a more refined feel for shaping turns and softness.Showman® Premium BitsEach Showman® bit is forged and finished by hand with solid welds and balanced leverage for professional use.The three-piece smooth dogbone mouthpiece provides even tongue pressure and minimizes palate pinch.Independent side movement offers clear lateral cues and enhances shoulder control.The Long S cheek (8 ½) creates smooth, progressive leverage with a balanced, readable signal.Refined, responsive feel suited for riders who want clarity without added severity.Ideal for tuning softness, bend, and guided body control.SpecificationMeasurement MaterialMouthpiece5 three-piece smooth dogbonePort CenterSmooth dogbone center linkShank StyleLong S ShankShank Length8 ½FinishHand-forged steelBit Severity FeelModerate; clear, lateral-focused cuesUseSoftening, lateral control, shaping bend and body alignment