Antique Mexican Ring Bit - Bit386 christmas 5cm) bell diameterWeight : 95g

5cm) bell diameterWeight : 95g ( 3¼oz)

the grip is covered in mahogany coloured leather with a very finely stitched seam

but I cannot read it

There is a line of cast decoration on the heel bands

5cm (2½")Weight : 46g (1½oz)

Antique Mexican Ring Bit - Bit386 christmas 5cm) bell diameterWeight : 95gAn old steel ring bit. This severe mouthpiece with its high port and ring that acts as a curb is also known as a "Mameluke" bit. This example is handforged in iron or steel which has acquired a dark patina. The bit has a high port with a central copper rollers. A slightly egg shaped ring hangs from the top of the port. There is a notch in this ring. The cheeks are curved and have holes which would have held chainsThere is a curved slobber or shackle