Schneiders® Loomis Cheek Spoon Bit This is a nice finishing level bit that has swept back loomis cheeks to quicken the response from the rider's hand to the bit with minimal hand movement. The medium height spoon port allows mild palate pressure, reminding horses to keep their head in the 'comfort zone', then working on the bars of the mouth. Swept back loomis cheek quickens the response from the rider's hand to the bit Stainless steel cheeks strength and durability Sweet Iron mouthpiece with Copper inlay Sweet iron will rust and is sweet to the horses taste promoting salivation and a softer mouth Medium port applies mild palate pressure to keep head in the 'comfort zone' Flared purchase rings reduce rubbing and pinching the horse's cheeks Mouthpiece: 5" Cheeks: 7 3/4" Port height: 2" Bar diameter: 1/2"