A Softer Connection Starts with a Relaxed Jaw

If you've been searching for a way to encourage your horse to truly accept the bit without the fuss, the Shires Blue Sweet Iron Flat Eggbutt with Lozenge is a game-changer for your tack room. Designed to promote salivation and a soft mouth, this bit uses the natural oxidation of sweet iron to create a taste horses instinctively love, helping them settle into the contact.

The fixed eggbutt design offers a stable, quiet feel in the horse's mouth, making it an excellent choice for riders who want clear communication without the "noise" or movement of a loose ring. From our barn to yours, we know that a confident horse starts with a comfortable bit, and this Shires snaffle is built to deliver exactly that.

Why Your Horse Will Love the Shires Sweet Iron Snaffle

• Encourages Salivation with a blue sweet iron mouthpiece that naturally oxidizes to create a sweet taste, helping your horse relax their jaw and "mouth" the bit.
• Eliminates the Nutcracker Effect thanks to the double-jointed lozenge, which distributes pressure evenly across the tongue and bars for a milder, more comfortable feel.
• Prevents Pinching and Sliding with fixed eggbutt rings that protect the sensitive corners of the lips while providing more direct steering than a loose ring.
• Ideal for Low Palates with a 14mm thickness that fits comfortably in horses with smaller mouths or larger tongues who find thicker bits too bulky.
• Stable and Predictable design that stays quiet in the mouth, making it perfect for young horses learning to follow the hand or sensitive horses that crave stability.

Best For

Dressage riders and trainers of young horses looking for a stable, legal bit that promotes a soft, consistent connection and a relaxed, responsive jaw.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the blue color permanent?

No, the blue finish on the Shires Blue Sweet Iron Flat Eggbutt with Lozenge is designed to oxidize and rust over time. This is a feature, not a defect, as the rust creates the sweet taste that encourages horses to accept the bit and salivate.

Q: Is this bit legal for dressage?

Yes, this double-jointed lozenge eggbutt is Dressage Legal under most USEF and FEI regulations, making it a versatile choice for both daily schooling and the show ring.

Q: How should I size this bit compared to a loose ring?

Because eggbutts fit more snugly against the cheeks without the risk of pinching, many riders find they can size down by about 1/4 inch compared to a loose ring bit for a proper, secure fit.

Item Number/SKU: 63624.5