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Fager Mattias Loose Ring Sweet Iron;

Mattias is a double-jointed sweet iron bit with a special lock-up function. The mouthpiece has tongue relief but locks upwards, which can be beneficial for horses with a low palate and sensitive bars who still prefer tongue relief. The bit does not lock forward like a normal lock-up bit, meaning you don't get the stiff feeling of a straight bit.

• Can be restless in the mouth, but becomes too stiff on straight bits.
• Refuses to relax into the bit.
• Requires encouragement to seek and maintain consistent contact.
• May overreact when you take up the reins.
• Can jump in and out of contact.
• Available in sizes: 105 mm / 115 mm / 125 mm / 135 mm / 145 mm

The joints are turned away from the tongue, creating a softer, smoother pressure on the tongue. This can be beneficial for horses that overreact when you take up the reins and need to maintain consistent contact in every movement. The sweet taste combined with stability encourages the horse to seek stable contact with the bit.

The Fager Mattias loose ring can also be tested during a bit fitting and/or bridle fitting; delivery time for a new bit is approximately 5 working days. It is also available as a test bit.

Sweet Iron is a coating on top of a stainless steel bit. Its purpose is to mask the metallic taste of stainless steel and create a pleasant, sweet taste, encouraging the horse to seek more contact and hold the bit. After use, sweet iron will begin to oxidize and turn brownish-grey. Sweet Iron is a good choice for horses that need to seek more contact with the bit.

Loose Ring;

Fixed rings are attached to the mouthpiece, reducing contact of the reins with the mouth. Fixed rings encourage a horse to maintain contact with the bit and provide a stable feeling for both horse and rider.

As an added benefit, the straight and thin design ensures that the rider's aids are more effective, direct, and precise than ever before.

Fager Mattias loose ring specifications: