5.25″/135mm New with tags Herm Sprenger, single joint Turnado Pelham. 16mm diameter mouth, 4″ shank (4.75″ including rein ring). Comes with curb chain hooks, no chain. Great bit in a great size! New with tags, new old stock items. May show a few marks from storage. Per Herm Sprenger:
TURNADO bits present a new generation of loose ring snaffles by having the mouthpiece turned forward by 45 degrees. This special rotation is distinctly marked by a slightly abrasive surface in the middle part of the mouthpiece. In contrast to conventional single jointed loose ring snaffles the rein aids reach the horse’s mouth precisely, but in a soft way as the pressure is evenly distributed on the tongue. TURNADO bits enable perfect communication with the horse as prompt and ideal chewing activity is provided immediately. This bit can also help prevent tongue vices.
Aurigan promotes a delicate and sensitive connection to the horse. It instills a pleasant taste, encourages salivation and promotes bit acceptance. It also significantly regulates the oxidation process to allow the bit to maintain its beautiful color. Distinctively unique, this metal is a propriety blend of copper, zinc and manganese. A reduced copper content allows some oxidation to occur, but the addition of manganese regulates and slows oxidation which in turn slows discoloration. Manganese is also an important micronutrient for horses, as a crucial component and activator of enzymes.
