{"product_id":"shires-blue-sweet-iron-beval-bit-with-lozenge-blue-sweet-iron","title":"Shires Blue Sweet Iron Beval Bit with Lozenge Mouthpiece - Multiple Sizes","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRefined Control with a Softer Touch: The Shires Blue Sweet Iron Beval Bit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFinding that middle ground between a soft snaffle and a harsh gag can be a challenge when your horse gets a little too \"on the job\" during a jump round. The Shires Blue Sweet Iron Beval Bit with Lozenge is designed for exactly that—giving you just enough poll pressure and \"brakes\" to maintain rhythm without over-biting a sensitive horse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrafted with a blue sweet iron mouthpiece, this bit is a favorite in our barn for horses that struggle with bit acceptance. The metal is designed to oxidize, creating a sweet taste that encourages salivation and a relaxed jaw, while the double-jointed lozenge ensures there is no \"nutcracker\" action on the tongue or bars.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy You’ll Love the Shires Beval Bit\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePromotes a \"Wet\" Mouth:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Blue Sweet Iron mouthpiece oxidizes quickly to create a pleasant taste, encouraging your horse to stay soft, salivate, and remain responsive to the hand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEliminates Tongue Pressure:\u003c\/strong\u003e The central brass alloy lozenge distributes pressure evenly across the tongue, preventing the painful pinching or \"nutcracker\" effect associated with single-jointed bits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Leverage Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Beval (or Wilke) design offers two rein settings, allowing you to dial in the perfect amount of mild poll pressure for horses that tend to lean or get strong in faster work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced Comfort and Fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed to be sized up for optimal clearance, this bit ensures the moving rings stay away from the sensitive corners of the lips to prevent pinching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBest For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShow jumpers, eventers, and Pony Club riders\u003c\/strong\u003e looking for \u003cstrong\u003eextra control and poll pressure for \"strong\" horses without the severity of a full gag bit.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eQ: Why is my new blue bit starting to turn a brownish-grey color?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eDon't worry—that’s exactly what it’s supposed to do! The Shires Blue Sweet Iron Beval Bit is designed to oxidize (rust) with use. This process creates the \"sweet\" taste that horses love, though the initial blue finish will naturally fade to a brownish-grey over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eQ: How should I size this bit for my horse?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause of how the Beval rings sit closer to the face, we recommend sizing up by 0.5 inches from your horse's standard snaffle size. This ensures the necessary 1\/4-inch clearance on each side to prevent the rings from pinching the lips.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eQ: Is this bit legal for dressage competition?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, the Shires Blue Sweet Iron Beval Bit is generally not dressage legal under USEF or FEI rules due to its leverage action. It is, however, widely used and accepted in the jumper ring and for cross-country phases.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem Number\/SKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 800405\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shires","offers":[{"title":"5","offer_id":48012263981277,"sku":"800405","price":63.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5.5","offer_id":48012264014045,"sku":"800405.5","price":63.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6","offer_id":48012264046813,"sku":"800406","price":63.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/8748\/7965\/files\/shires-blue-sweet-iron-beval-bit-with-lozenge-mouthpiece-multiple-sizes-800405.webp?v=1781041814","url":"https:\/\/hoovesandpaws.com\/products\/shires-blue-sweet-iron-beval-bit-with-lozenge-blue-sweet-iron","provider":"Hooves and Paws","version":"1.0","type":"link"}