Professional's Choice Laramie Shank Slow Square Twist Correction BitProfessional's Choice Laramie Shank Slow Square Twist Correction Bit Mouthpiece Width: 4 3 4" Bar Width: 3 8" Purchase: 2 3 4" Shank: 4 1 2" Cheek: 7 1 4" Port Height: 2" Width: 1" The Laramie has a swept back cheek and a tear drop loop at the rein, which provides a very forgiving and slower pull. The shanks features give a pre signal for the horse when they feel the rein slide. This keeps the rider from having to engage as directly. The slow twist