Fager Mattias Sweet Iron Baucher Hanging Snaffle Bit

The Fager Mattias Sweet Iron Baucher Bit is a refined and horse-friendly option designed to promote comfort, balance, and clear communication. With its ergonomic double-jointed mouthpiece and Baucher cheekpieces, this bit offers stability and subtle poll pressure—ideal for sensitive horses or those needing a steadier contact.

The Mattias features Fager’s Smart System, which prevents the joints from folding upwards into the palate, eliminating the common “nutcracker” effect. The double-jointed mouthpiece lies flat and evenly across the tongue and bars, following the natural shape of the horse’s mouth. This design allows for gentle, even pressure while providing tongue freedom—making it especially suitable for horses with low palates, thick tongues, or a history of resisting traditional bits.

Made from sweet iron, the bit oxidizes during use, releasing a sweet taste that encourages salivation and relaxation. Over time, the metal darkens—a natural and harmless process. Horses often respond positively to the sweet iron, becoming softer and more accepting of the contact.

The Baucher cheekpiece offers a fixed connection to the bit, reducing movement in the horse’s mouth and helping riders maintain a steady line of communication. It also applies mild poll pressure, encouraging the horse to flex at the poll and soften through the topline without the intensity of a leverage bit. This can be particularly helpful for horses that become inconsistent or fussy in looser-fitting snaffles.

The Fager Mattias Sweet Iron Baucher is ideal for horses that:

• Are sensitive to tongue and palate pressure

• Prefer a quiet, stable bit

• Tend to get tense, overactive, or evasive in the contact

Suitable for dressage and flatwork, this bit supports a calm, connected ride. Its thoughtful construction and gentle action make it a reliable choice for riders aiming to refine their horse’s way of going without sacrificing comfort.

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