Fager Oliver Sweet Iron Bradoon Fixed Ring

Fager Oliver Fixed Ring Bradoon | Smooth, Stable Contact for Sensitive Horses

The Fager Oliver Fixed Ring Bradoon is designed for horses that feel sensitive, unsteady, or reactive in the contact, yet still need to confidently seek the bit.

It is particularly well suited to horses that can pull or lean, but then overreact when pressure increases, creating inconsistency in the connection.

Why this bit works

The Oliver features a double jointed sweet iron mouthpiece with a completely smooth design, including seamless joints that sit softly within the mouth.

This allows the bit to:
• Shape naturally around the tongue
• Avoid pressure on the palate
• Reduce interference on the bars
• Create a softer, more consistent feel

For many sensitive horses, this level of smoothness is what allows them to relax into the contact without resistance.

Encourages a softer, more consistent connection

The sweet iron material promotes salivation and acceptance, encouraging the horse to take the bit forward and carry it correctly.

This makes it especially beneficial for:
• Young or unbalanced horses
• Horses that are unsure or inconsistent in the contact
• Horses that need to develop confidence in the bridle

Designed to protect sensitive mouths

The Oliver is built to maintain a stable balance point within the mouth, allowing clearer communication from the rider without delay or confusion.

The smooth, refined finish also helps:
• Prevent rubs, sores, and pressure points
• Protect sensitive bars and soft tissue
• Reduce friction and “burn” marks

This makes it a strong choice for horses prone to mouth sensitivity or injury.

Loose ring benefits

The loose ring cheekpiece allows for more movement and responsiveness, encouraging the horse to stay lighter in the contact and follow the hand.

It is ideal for horses that need:
• More freedom in the mouth
• Encouragement to seek the bit
• A softer, more elastic connection

Best suited to horses that:

• Pull on the bit but overreact to pressure
• Feel unsteady or inconsistent in the contact
• Are sensitive through the tongue and bars
• Need to seek the bit more confidently
• Are prone to rubs, sores, or mouth discomfort

Key features

• Double jointed sweet iron mouthpiece
• Fully smooth, seamless design
• Protects sensitive mouths and reduces friction
• Encourages a softer, more consistent contact
• Loose ring for mobility and responsiveness
• FEI and EA dressage legal as a bradoon

Sizes, Thickness & Ring Size

12mm thickness and 55mm rings