The Fulmer Jointed snaffle is similar to the full cheek, but with loose rings outside the cheeks to retain the communication found with a loose ring bit. The Fulmer cheek also prevents the bit from being able dragged through the horses mouth.
This Fulmer snaffle has jointed mouthpiece that acts like a nutcracker on the bars, and will often contact with the horses palate.
Fulmer cheek bits are often used on young horses to aid steering, as the cheek gives a more positive action against the cheek when the rider asks for a turn.
Mouthpiece thickness: 14mm. Cheek height: 180mm shank/ 55mm ring.