Classic Equine Tool Box Series Snaffle BitClassic Equine Tool Box Series Snaffle Bit Mouthpiece Width: 5" Bar Width: 3 8" Purchase: 2 1 2" Shank: 3 1 2" Cheek: 6" Bit Material: Sweet Iron Features: Copper inlay to stimulate salivation Curved mouthpiece Soft pressure application Can be used with a martingale The 6 inch cheek has a 2 1 2 inch purchase and a 3 1 2 inch shank. This ratio (the difference in the length of the purchase and shank) and the swept back design of the shank make this a