Jim Edwards Turtle

BIT TYPE / PALATE PRESSURE FIXED / TURTLE

For palate pressure bits, the shank gives the rider leverage and while combining cues to the roof of their mouth with the edge of their tongue. This type of pressure asks the horse for a response at the roof of their mouth and then reinforces the cue on the edges of the tongue. Palate pressure mouthpieces are over 2” in height and are only recommended in advanced training programs.

*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.