Shires Sweet Iron Bevel Bit
SKU: 0001SHBB
$36.99
The Sweet Iron Bevel Bit provides mild leverage for better control and encourages salivation with its sweet iron and copper mouthpiece. Larger rings suit bigger horses, with durable stainless steel cheeks for rust resistance and easy cleaning. Mouthpiece thickness is 16mm; cheek height varies by size, supporting comfortable fit and effective communication.
Description
Sweet Iron Bevel Bit for Enhanced Horse Control
The Sweet Iron Bevel Bit offers mild leverage to assist riders in maintaining control while ensuring the horse’s comfort. Its sweet iron and copper mouthpiece promotes salivation and encourages the horse to accept the bit more readily, making it suitable for horses sensitive to bit contact.
Features and Benefits of the Sweet Iron Bevel Bit
This bit is designed with varying cheek ring sizes, with larger rings for the 5.5 and 6 sizes to keep the bit proportionate to larger horses’ heads. The mouthpiece thickness is a balanced 16mm, suitable for many horses.
- Cheek height: 55mm for sizes 4.5 and 5, 70mm for sizes 5.5 and 6
- Sweet iron mouthpieces oxidize to produce a natural sweet taste, improving mouthing response
- Copper inclusion discourages the horse from taking excessive contact, ideal for horses that tend to brace
- Stainless steel cheeks provide durability, rust resistance, and easy maintenance
The combination of materials and design features makes the Sweet Iron Bevel Bit a practical choice for riders seeking a bit that balances gentle leverage with horse comfort and responsiveness.
Additional information
| Weight | 1 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 6 × 6 × 6 in |
| Size | 4.5, 5, 5.5, 6 |