BR single broken snaffle Sweet Iron 14 mm

The Sweet Iron bits are known for the sweet taste of the mouthpiece. In addition, the bits are anatomically shaped and available in many types and sizes.

This single-jointed snaffle bit is made of solid stainless steel rings and a soft steel mouthpiece combined with a sweet iron coating on the mouthpiece (blue). The sweet iron coating on the mouthpiece stimulates saliva production. When this material reacts with moisture, heat, and air, it oxidizes and develops a sweet-tasting surface rust. This helps with the acceptance of the bit. Eventually, the blue color disappears, but the taste of the surface rust remains.

The anatomical design follows the shape of the horse’s mouth, creating a soft and even pressure distribution. The mouthpiece of a single-jointed snaffle pivots at one point. It acts on the tongue, bars, corners of the mouth, and sometimes on the horse’s palate. When a rein aid is given, the bit forms a V-shape. Because this mouthpiece has only one pivot point, the tongue lies freer than with, for example, a double-jointed bit. The mouthpiece has a thickness of 14 mm and the bit rings have a diameter of 65 mm.

The bars apply pressure to the cheeks, emphasizing steering aids and preventing the bit from being pulled through the mouth. These features make this bit a good choice for young horses. A snaffle bit can be used with curb straps, which keep the bit in the correct position and create a slight leverage effect. This type of bit lies calmly and stably in the mouth and has a sharper action.