This is a new Greg Darnall Originals ball bearing correction bit designed by renowned Team Roper David Motes with beautifully engraved loose jaw sterling silver mounted cheeks.  This new unused bit has been in storage and does have some very light rusting and color change to the black inside shanks.  This is a very high quality bit with great balance, and feel, that will translate in the rider's communication with the horse.  Darnall bits are respected for their quality and longevity.

    Designed by World Champion Team Roper David Motes for his Collection, this innovative bit combines the utility of the correction port the authority of ball bearing bars.  Please be aware this mouthpiece may not be legal for some show associations.  The correction port allows the rider to lift and control the horse’s front end while the ball bearing bars convince even the dullest, old war-horse to back off the bit which makes it an ideal bit for refreshing older horses.

The hand engraved Sterling Silver overlay cheeks add a professional appearance.  This bit features 7-1/2 inch black steel shanks with a 2-1/2 inch long purchase for a 3 to 1 leverage ratio and a 5 inch wide ball bearing correction mouthpiece.  The bit weighs in at 13.3 ounces and demonstrates perfect balance.  This bit will make a great addition to any training program or show collection..

Born in Mesa, Arizona, David Motes joined the PRCA in 1973 and made a name for himself as one of the nation’s top team ropers with his 22 appearances at the National Finals Rodeo, four-time average winner at the NFR and a Gold Buckle that named him a World Champion Team Roper in 1977.  Motes currently resides in Tolar, Texas and has shared his talent with his family, as proven when his son Ryan, qualified for the Wrangler NFR in 2007.

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