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Bit shank

The bit shank is the side piece or cheekpiece of a curb bit, part of the bridle, used when riding on horses. The bit shank allows leverage to be added to the pressure of the rider's hands on the bit. Shanks are usually made of metal, may be straight or curved, and may be decorated in some disciplines. The headstall and curb chain or curb strap of the…

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ArchaicGigotCeteris paribus
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Curb bitBridleRidingHorsesHands
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Shank designs

VaqueroCuttingRoping
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Parts of the shank

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Length and leverage

Shank designs

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Bit shank

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Bit shank

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Bit shank → side piece or cheekpiece of a curb bit

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bit shank curb shanks leverage horse mouthpiece bits bridle pressure rein mouth ring also cheek may length head shanked horses

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Bit shankis aside piece or cheekpiece of a curb bit0.90text

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