{"product_id":"eggbutt-double-jointed-sweet-iron","title":"Velari Eggbutt Double Jointed Sweet Iron","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: 115%;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst\" style=\"text-indent: -18pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: Symbol; color: #595959;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003edouble-jointed mouthpiece for even pressure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\" style=\"text-indent: -18pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: Symbol; color: #595959;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003esweet iron promotes natural salivation and relaxation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\" style=\"text-indent: -18pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: Symbol; color: #595959;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003eeggbut rings offer stability, quiet movement, and consistent rein aids\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpLast\" style=\"line-height: 115%;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: 115%;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003eDescription\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003eThis bit rests smoothly in the horse’s mouth, offering a steady, attentive feel from the first contact. Its double-jointed design provides balanced, even pressure and a soft line of communication between rider and horse, while the eggbut cheeks keep the bit quiet and consistent in the mouth. This encourages reliable acceptance of the bit and a stable connection without unnecessary movement or complexity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: 115%;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003eMade from sweet iron, the mouthpiece naturally oxidizes during use, which stimulates salivation and encourages the horse to stay soft and accepting in the mouth. This contributes to a more supple contact and a calmer, more confident way of going.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003eThe double-jointed mouthpiece distributes pressure evenly across the tongue and bars, preventing the nutcracker effect and offering a smooth, stable feel. Horses that benefit from balanced pressure and a bit that follows the shape of the mouth often respond particularly well to this design. It is also a great option for horses with a lower palate, as the double-jointed construction reduces upward movement toward the roof of the mouth, providing extra comfort.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003eWith eggbut rings, the mouthpiece remains more stable in the horse’s mouth, preventing excessive lateral movement and reducing the risk of pinching at the corners of the mouth. This steadiness supports horses who appreciate a quieter bit, helping them stay confident in the contact. The fixed rings provide consistent, reliable rein aids and contribute to a soft but secure connection throughout the ride.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: 115%;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: 115%;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 36pt; text-indent: -18pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;\"\u003e-\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e            \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003ehorses that appreciate a soft, stable mouthpiece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 36pt; text-indent: -18pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;\"\u003e-\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e            \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003ehorses with a lower palate who tend to be sensitive to the nutcracker effect of single-jointed bits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 36pt; text-indent: -18pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;\"\u003e-\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e            \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003eriders who seek precision and a consistent, quiet connection without tension\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: 115%;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"paragraph\" style=\"text-indent: 0cm; vertical-align: baseline; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 54pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"normaltextrun\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003eType: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"normaltextrun\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003eEggbut\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"eop\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"paragraph\" style=\"text-indent: 0cm; vertical-align: baseline; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 54pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"normaltextrun\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003eMouthpiece: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"normaltextrun\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003eDouble jointed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"eop\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"paragraph\" style=\"text-indent: 0cm; vertical-align: baseline; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 54pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"normaltextrun\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003eThickness options: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"normaltextrun\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003e14 mm \/ 16 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"eop\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"paragraph\" style=\"text-indent: 0cm; vertical-align: baseline; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 54pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"normaltextrun\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003eMaterial: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"normaltextrun\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003eSweet Iron\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"eop\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003e (nickel free)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: 115%;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"line-height: 115%;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"paragraph\" style=\"margin: 0cm; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"normaltextrun\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003eAfter each ride, rinse the bit with warm water and dry with a soft cloth. Over time, the sweet iron will develop a light patina — a natural oxidation process that enhances taste and acceptance. Store in a dry place and check regularly for smooth, even wear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"eop\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003eMake sure the bit is positioned correctly: the star must be on the left side and the Velari logo on the right.\u003cspan class=\"eop\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"paragraph\" style=\"margin: 0cm; vertical-align: baseline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"eop\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en-us\" style=\"font-family: 'Avenir Light', sans-serif; color: #595959;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEvery horse and rider is unique. The information provided is meant as a general guide — not a definitive answer. Always consider your horse’s specific needs and your own experience when choosing the right bit. \u003ci\u003eGuide with grace, always.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Velari","offers":[{"title":"11.5cm (4.5in) \/ 14mm","offer_id":49322978607327,"sku":"22007-03-11.5","price":169.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"11.5cm (4.5in) \/ 16mm","offer_id":49322978640095,"sku":"22008-03-11.5","price":169.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12.5cm (5in) \/ 14mm","offer_id":49322978672863,"sku":"22007-03-12.5","price":169.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12.5cm (5in) \/ 16mm","offer_id":49322978705631,"sku":"22008-03-12.5","price":169.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"13.5cm (5.25in) \/ 14mm","offer_id":49322978738399,"sku":"22007-03-12.5","price":169.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"13.5cm (5.25in) \/ 16mm","offer_id":49322978771167,"sku":"22008-03-13.5","price":169.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14.5cm (5.5in) \/ 14mm","offer_id":49322978803935,"sku":"22007-03-14.5","price":169.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14.5cm (5.5in) \/ 16mm","offer_id":49322978836703,"sku":"22008-03-14.5","price":169.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0537\/9391\/5066\/files\/w_auto_1200.png?v=1779463205","url":"https:\/\/equiluxetack.com\/products\/eggbutt-double-jointed-sweet-iron","provider":"Equiluxe Tack","version":"1.0","type":"link"}