Trust Leather 2.5 Ring BitA 2. 5 ring cheekpiece is a milder version of a 3 ring (Pessoa) cheekpiece. This cheekpiece can be used to create a leverage effect. The lower the reins are placed, the more direct the bit becomes. Compared to the 2,5 Eggbut, the loose rings can move loosely, allowing more movement in the bit and a more indirect effect of the hands help. The pressure point lies on the poll, just behind the ears. The leather is stitched manually around the reinforced