{"product_id":"professionals-choice-bob-avila-collection-sweet-iron-twisted-snaffle","title":"Professional's Choice Bob Avila Collection Sweet Iron Twisted Snaffle Bit - 5 1\/4\" Mouth, 3\" O-Rings - Gentle Training Bit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Sweet Iron Twisted Snaffle With Feel and Weighted Rings\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Riders looking for a sweet iron O-ring snaffle that gives clear feel while staying gentle for everyday training.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Professional's Choice Bob Avila Collection Sweet Iron Twisted Snaffle Bit pairs a sweet iron, twisted wire mouthpiece with large 3 inch O-rings. Sweet iron has a taste many horses like, which encourages them to carry the bit and stay soft in the mouth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProfessional's Choice notes that the size of the twisted mouthpiece offers a lot of feel while remaining gentle, a useful mix for a horse that needs a little more clarity in the hand. The weighted rings encourage a lower head carriage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 5 1\/4 inches, the mouth fits the average horse. The O-rings slide freely, so the bit settles quietly in the mouth when you give a release.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Riders Choose the Bob Avila Twisted Snaffle\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSweet iron mouthpiece\u003c\/strong\u003e — a taste horses like, to encourage a soft, accepting mouth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwisted wire\u003c\/strong\u003e — offers a lot of feel while remaining gentle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeighted 3 inch O-rings\u003c\/strong\u003e — encourage a lower head carriage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard 5 1\/4 inch mouth\u003c\/strong\u003e — fits most average-size horses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSnaffle action\u003c\/strong\u003e — direct, non-leverage pressure for training and everyday riding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProfessional's Choice, Bob Avila Collection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBit type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eO-ring snaffle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMouthpiece\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSweet iron, twisted wire\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMouth width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 1\/4 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRings\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 in O-rings, weighted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eQ: Why does the sweet iron turn brown?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eSweet iron oxidizes and darkens with use, which is normal. That surface gives the taste many horses like and helps keep the mouth moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eQ: How should the bit fit?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith the reins slack, you should see one or two small wrinkles at the corners of the mouth, and the mouthpiece should have a little room on each side so the O-rings do not pinch the lips. The 5 1\/4 inch Professional's Choice Bob Avila Sweet Iron Twisted Snaffle Bit fits most average horses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eQ: Is a twisted snaffle harsh?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eA twisted mouthpiece gives more feel than a smooth one. Professional's Choice describes this bit as offering a lot of feel while remaining gentle, so it suits riders with quiet hands who want clearer communication.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Professional's Choice","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46762998005981,"sku":"AVB-127","price":77.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/8748\/7965\/files\/optimized_adf723aa-e8d4-4d59-a128-3c409c0a7de0.webp?v=1767027997","url":"https:\/\/hoovesandpaws.com\/products\/professionals-choice-bob-avila-collection-sweet-iron-twisted-snaffle","provider":"Hooves and Paws","version":"1.0","type":"link"}