Merrill Bits Medium Gag Smooth Dogbone

About the Bit

The Merrill Medium Gag with Smooth Dogbone Mouthpiece is a versatile, all-around bit designed for riders who need more authority than a short gag provides—without stepping into the severity of a long shank. The medium gag cheek helps lift the shoulders, keep a horse elevated in the turn, and maintain balance at speed, making it a go-to tool for many performance horses.

The smooth dogbone mouthpiece offers an even, medium feel without the nutcracker effect, creating clear communication while remaining comfortable and familiar for most horses. This combination makes the bit ideal for fine-tuning responsiveness, improving rate, and enhancing overall control.

Design & Details

• Mouthpiece: Smooth Dogbone — even pressure, no nutcracker effect

• Cheekpiece: Medium Gag — balanced leverage with added lift and clarity

• Action: Clear, firm communication with soft release

• Feel: Medium — comfortable yet authoritative

• Ideal For:

  • Horses needing more lift and guidance than a short gag provides

  • Riders wanting a reliable all-around bit

  • Horses that respond well to a medium feel without sharpness

Handcrafted in Salina, Utah