{"product_id":"shires-blue-alloy-hunter-dee-with-mullen-mouth-87875","title":"Shires Blue Alloy Hunter Dee with Mullen Mouth - Sweet Iron and Stainless Steel Horse Bit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElevate your horse's performance with a bit designed to eliminate the \"nutcracker\" effect and foster a relaxed, receptive mouth. The Shires Blue Alloy Hunter Dee combines traditional show-ring aesthetics with innovative sweet iron technology to transform your communication from a struggle into a subtle conversation.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for the sensitive or young horse, this bit features a meticulously crafted Mullen mouth that distributes pressure evenly across the tongue and bars. The high-quality stainless steel Hunter Dee rings provide superior lateral stability, ensuring the bit remains steady in the mouth while offering a classic look that is at home in any competition arena, from local schooling shows to the rated Hunter\/Jumper divisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Specifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlue Sweet Iron Mouthpiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e Naturally oxidizes to create a pleasant, sweet taste that encourages salivation, relaxation, and better bit acceptance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMullen Mouth Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides even pressure distribution and ergonomic tongue relief, making it the perfect \"transition bit\" for horses that dislike the pinching of jointed snaffles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHunter Dee Cheekpieces:\u003c\/strong\u003e Offers excellent lateral stability to prevent the bit from sliding through the mouth and eliminates painful pinching at the corners of the lips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremium Stainless Steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e The rings are constructed from durable, rust-resistant stainless steel for long-lasting performance and professional presentation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Sizing Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available in standard increments including 5\", 5.5\", and 6\" widths to ensure an anatomically correct fit for your equine partner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-Discipline Legal:\u003c\/strong\u003e A traditional choice for the Hunter ring that is also generally legal for USEF\/USDF Dressage (snaffle level), Eventing, and Jumper divisions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why is my bit changing color or looking rusty?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: This is a natural and intended process! The blue alloy is designed to oxidize when exposed to moisture, which creates the \"sweet\" taste horses love; the change to a brownish or grey hue indicates the bit is working to promote salivation and relaxation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I ensure I choose the correct size for my horse?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Measure the internal width between the cheekpieces of your horse's current bit; we recommend the \"1\/4 inch rule,\" allowing about 5mm of space on either side of the lips to ensure the bit is wide enough to avoid pinching without losing stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem Number\/SKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 87875BLSWIR5\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shires","offers":[{"title":"5\"","offer_id":46598391824605,"sku":"87875BLSWIR5","price":55.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5.5\"","offer_id":46598391857373,"sku":"87875BLSWIR5.5","price":55.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6\"","offer_id":46598391890141,"sku":"87875BLSWIR6","price":59.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/8748\/7965\/files\/optimized_fffea8e0-3735-4ae2-8f9a-7566bfe392d8.webp?v=1767082504","url":"https:\/\/hoovesandpaws.com\/products\/shires-blue-alloy-hunter-dee-with-mullen-mouth-87875","provider":"Hooves and Paws","version":"1.0","type":"link"}