The JP Korsteel Stainless Steel Jointed Full Cheek Snaffle has a slightly curved mouthpiece, to allow a more comfortable position for the bit to sit in the horses mouth. The full cheek jointed snaffle is a useful bit for green horses, as the full cheek prevents the bit from being able dragged through the horses mouth. This Full cheek snaffle has a jointed mouthpiece that acts like a nutcracker on the bars, and can also contact with the horses palate. Full 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. Full cheek snaffles should be used with fulmer loops which secure the top of the bit to the cheekpieces to prevent the bit from rotating and leaving the cheeks pointing out which could pose a hazard. By securing the cheek, it also allows a very small amount of poll pressure to come into play, helping to encourage a lower outline. Dressage legal. Ref: UTWB381