An Antique Argentine Gaucho Bit with Pontezuela - Bit1008 nov24 Below the browband there is

Below the browband there is a crescent shaped horse brass

The whip has its original open keeper in leather and a braided leather thong with a  cord lash

The bit has its original curb hooks and chain The mouthpiece is stamped "Super Never Rust"

Its original red dust cover is a little tatty but the bright red cover with gilt lettering and decoration is in very good condition

The tread is solid

An Antique Argentine Gaucho Bit with Pontezuela - Bit1008 nov24 Below the browband there isThis bit probably dates from the early 20th century. The iron or steel mouthpiece has a dark patina. It has a high port which holds one large and two wire rollers. The bit has large domed bosses with engraved decoration on each side of the mouthpiece. The cheeks are curvedThere is a curb rein ring on the end of each cheek . A flat silver plate or pontezuela hangs under the bit. This is hinged, It is decorated with a raised oval and some plumes. There