Jim Edwards Ball Correctional Full Ring Gag

Rope Gag Bits

The stiff yet flexible shanks are what make the gag bit so unique and unconventional. The rope's resistant body allows the shank to bounce back like a rubber shank. It slows down and muddles the inconsistencies of the rider's hands. Horses are very accepting and understanding of this gag because the cues are slow and unbinding. The horse feels comfortable and therefore receptive to training.

*Is my Jim Edwards Bits supposed to rust?*

Yes, it's going to rust very quickly but you want that. Here is the reason why. The mouthpieces are made of mild steel with stainless steel shanks. Mild steel tends to rust. Rust on a mouthpiece is a good thing as it tends to increase a horse's salivation; much like a piece of candy would in your mouth. This ensures better acceptance of the bit. This rust process (oxidation) changes the colour of the bit to brown-grey.

Jim has spent much of his life gaining an understanding of how a horse thinks. His dedication to improving communication and horsemanship has shaped his bits into what they are today. Many world champion reiners, cutters, and pleasure horse riders have trained and shown in Jim Edwards bits.