The Reinsman 4.5 in. Gentle Guide Copper Gag Bit is a great starter bit or transition bit. The cheeks offer similar advantages to a full cheek snaffle but is even more gentle! The wider cheeks disperse pressure across the face to encourage turns and flexion instead of at a single point. Slight gag action makes this bit slower than a traditional full cheek because it takes the mouthpiece longer to engage.