bit purchase problem

[smellsofhorse]

Hi bought this myler bit on ebay.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/170680040934?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649

It states very good condition.
I know it has been used so will show signs of wear.

But those brown areas on the bit are not copper as i thought.
They are the used areas where the metal underneath is showing through the covering.

I know it probably wont affect the use of the bit, but im worried that plain metal in my horses mouth wont taste as nice compared to steel and he wont be so quick and easy to accept it and be relaxed.

Should I complain?
Its in nothing to worry about?
Ask for a refund or a partial refund?

 

[SpottedCat]

Myler sweet iron bits are supposed to do that:

http://www.horsebitbank.com/myler-sweet-iron-bits.shtml

 

[saddlesore]

As above. Sweet iron is supposoed to oxidise and produce a sweeter taste so that the horse more readily accepts the bit. Even if you buy brand new this will happen

 

[saddlesore]

Ouch - just looked at the winning price! Can buy new for that money, not that it matters I suppose.

 

[smellsofhorse]

Ouch - just looked at the winning price! Can buy new for that money, not that it matters I suppose.

Exactly!

I can get a new one here

http://www.thesaddleryshop.co.uk/P/28_02-(526).aspx

 

[SpottedCat]

Exactly!

I can get a new one here

http://www.thesaddleryshop.co.uk/P/28_02-(526).aspx

That's not the ebay seller's fault though? There's nothing wrong with the bit, it is as described, and even a new one will look like that in a short space of time because that's how they are supposed to wear.

 

[flyingfeet]

Should I complain?
Its in nothing to worry about?
Ask for a refund or a partial refund?

No to complain - its normal and per the picture so the ebay seller is spot on
Nothing to worry about its the sweet iron rusting which produces the taste that horses like
Refund - pff buyers remorse because you found it cheaper elsewhere is not a reason to return

 

[Faro]

I agree with everyone above too - it will rust like that, but is perfectly okay! I've just recently bought a brand new Myler combination bit, and it's gone that colour after less than 3 hours total use (but at least I knew it was supposed to!)