Ergonomic sweet iron full-cheek snaffle bit, 14 mm, single-jointed
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Sweet iron eggbutt snaffle: the sweet taste that encourages chewing.
The cheeks prevent the bit from passing through the mouth and press against the cheek on the side opposite the rein: turning is much clearer. A bit for young horses and flatwork. The single joint acts on the bars and corners of the mouth, with a slight pinching effect on the palate when both reins are used together. This is the most widely used mouthpiece, one that most horses are already familiar with. The Ergonomic range is shaped to match the anatomy of the mouth: the mouthpiece tapers inward, where space is limited, to distribute pressure more evenly. It is made of sweet iron, a mild steel that develops a slightly sweet taste when it comes into contact with saliva: the horse chews more, foams more, and accepts the bit more readily. The double-jointed versions also feature a copper insert, making them even more palatable.
✨ Key benefits
- ✔ single-joint mouthpiece, 14 mm diameter
- ✔ eggbutt cheeks
- ✔ sweet iron mouthpiece: sweet taste, salivation, and chewing
- ✔ mouthpiece tapers inward to distribute pressure more effectively
- ✔ stainless steel cheeks, with no free nickel
- ✔ very high corrosion resistance
📋 Technical specifications
- Type: eggbutt snaffle
- Mouthpiece: single joint
- Mouthpiece diameter: 14 mm
- Mouthpiece material: sweet iron
- Cheeks: stainless steel
🐎 Why choose this product?
Sweet iron is not just a catalogue claim: it is a surface that is deliberately allowed to oxidize and develops a sweet taste when it comes into contact with saliva. A horse that finds its bit pleasant will chew, foam, and maintain soft contact. The trade-off is intentional — this metal is softer than stainless steel and develops a patina quickly.
🧴 Care instructions
Rinse with clean water after each use and dry roughly. Do not try to remove the bluish patina or spots of rust: they are intentional; this is what gives sweet iron its sweet taste. Do not use abrasive products or a dishwasher. Sweet iron is softer than stainless steel: it shows marks more quickly, without affecting its use. Check the joints for wear regularly.
Composition
Sweet iron mouthpiece (carbon and manganese steel), stainless steel cheeks.
