Shires Blue Sweet Iron Loose Ring With Mullen
£18.00

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Description

The Shires Blue Sweet Iron Loose Ring with Mullen is a loose ring bit featuring a mullen mouth with a medium port, designed to provide stability in the horse's mouth and reduce unnecessary pressure. Available in three sizes: 4.5 Inch (114mm), 5 Inch (127mm), and 5.5 Inch (140mm).

  • Sweet Iron material: Known to oxidise readily, producing a warm, sweet taste that encourages salivation and bit acceptance
  • Brass Alloy inserts: Enhance the bit's palatability
  • Mullen mouth with medium port: Provides optimal stability within the horse's mouth and reduces unnecessary pressure
  • Loose ring design: Allows freedom of movement for the bit within the rings
  • Blue hue: Please note the attractive blue colour is subject to fade with use and normal wear and tear

Colour: One Colour
Sizes available: 4.5 Inch (114mm), 5 Inch (127mm), 5.5 Inch (140mm)

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Specifications
Brand Shires
Bit Type Loose Ring with Mullen Mouth
Mouth Style Mullen with medium port
Material Sweet Iron with Brass Alloy inserts
Colour Blue (subject to fade with use)
Size Range 4.5 Inch (114mm), 5 Inch (127mm), 5.5 Inch (140mm)
Frequently Asked Questions
What sizes does the Shires Blue Sweet Iron Loose Ring with Mullen come in?
This bit is available in three sizes: 4.5 Inch (114mm), 5 Inch (127mm), and 5.5 Inch (140mm).
Why does this bit use Sweet Iron as its material?
Sweet Iron is known to oxidise readily, which produces a warm, sweet taste in the horse's mouth. This is intended to encourage salivation and improve bit acceptance.
What is the purpose of the Brass Alloy inserts in this bit?
The Brass Alloy inserts are included to further enhance the bit's palatability, complementing the Sweet Iron material.
Will the blue colour on this bit last?
Shires note that the blue hue is subject to fade with use and normal wear and tear, so some colour change over time is to be expected.
How does the mullen mouth with medium port affect the horse?
The mullen mouth with medium port is designed to provide optimal stability within the horse's mouth and to reduce unnecessary pressure.
SKU: 8498SP495868
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