This stainless steel cheek has a unique no-pinch headstall ring. Excellent balance for better feel. Medium leverage (tight curb) to low leverage (loose curb). Can be used from the later training stage, showing, pleasure on through more serious competition. A very comfortable mouth for a horse and easy to pack. Applies tongue pressure for headset . Will help to lift front shoulders and get the hind end down. ***LIFETIME GUARANTEE***