Neue Schule Salox Gold Metal Single Jointed Bradoon Bit – 5.5ins – 6697-14

Make:	Neue Schule
Bit Type:	Bradoon Single Jointed Bit
Bit Size (Width):	5.5ins
Bit Diameter (Thickness):	16mm
Ring Diameter:	60mm
Shank Length* (see notes):	n/a
Metal / Materials:	Salox Gold metal with Stainless Steel rings
Condition :	Excellent Condition
Blemishes:
Average $ Online New Comparison:	$186
Notes:	Definition of Shank Length:  For shank measurement purposes for horse shows and general bit descriptions – an imaginary line is drawn on the inside of the bit from the point where the headstall is attached to the bit, through the butt to the point where rein pressure is applied on the rein ring of the bit.

Neue Schule’s unique Salox Gold possesses a high thermal conductivity. This means that the bit will warm to mouth temperature quickly and become ‘neutral’ to the horse, meaning that they are less likely to inwardly fixate on the mouthpiece and instead will be receptive to all the rider’s aids.

Salox differs from standard stainless steel and other copper alloy bits in that it is a slightly softer metal, allowing it to safely absorb impact forces whilst protecting tooth enamel. This can make the mouthpiece easier to accept by the horse.

Neue Schule aims to keep the bit comfortable but neutral in the horse’s mouth. We don’t want our horses to inwardly fixate on the bit, but instead be receptive to all our aids. A mouthpiece that doesn’t taste or emit a smell is one that will remain neutral in the mouth- after all we don’t want our horses chomping and sucking at the bit because it tastes sweet or is flavored! Likewise, flavored mouthpieces can lead to over-salivation in the horse, which can often be misconstrued as acceptance. There is no evidence that over salivation means the horse is accepting the bit, and the horse cannot physically swallow this excess saliva and breath at the same time. Over-salivation may therefore impact on performance, particularly during faster work.