The AJ Tack Sweet Iron Mullen Bar Short Shank Bit offers steady communication and encourages a balanced, natural head carriage. Designed with a 5-inch, thick sweet iron mouthpiece, it gently rests on the bars of the horse's mouth without applying palate pressure, promoting calm acceptance. The sweet iron material enhances salivation, encouraging your horse to relax and respond to cues. The 5 1/4-inch sweet iron cheeks with large rein loops provide subtle cues and enhanced control, ideal for riders who prioritize gentle, effective bit action. Features: Solid Mullen Mouth: Encourages a relaxed, balanced head position Sweet Iron Composition: Promotes salivation for comfort and responsiveness Gentle Contact: Applies no palate pressure for comfort Short Shank Control: 5 1/4" cheeks with large rein loops No Pinch Design: Avoids nutcracker effect common in jointed bits