The longer shanks on the Curb Bit part of this set create a slower response with more leverage as compared to a shorter shank curb. The Curb Bit shanks measure 7 cm long, and the mouthpiece 12 mm thick. The Bradoon has a slightly thicker 14 mm mouthpiece, and the Stainless Steel Rings measure 55 mm. As is the proper way to fit a double bit set, the Bradoon is slightly wider than the Curb Bit for the most comfortable combination.
The size of the bit is determined by the measurement between the rings on the Bradoon, and between the shanks on the Curb. The thickness is measured as the diameter of the mouthpiece at the connection to the ring or shank. The length of the shank is measured from the bottom of the mouthpiece, to the bottom of the shank (not including the rein ring).
German Silver with Stainless Steel Rings & Shanks. The size given is the curb bit size. The Bradoon will be 1/4" larger than the curb bit.
