Equipment

Farriers' Roundtable

Q: I’d like some advice regarding tool use and maintenance that will provide the most “bang for the buck.” In other words, what will pay off the most, both in cost savings, as well as wear and tear on my body?
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Product Knowledge

What Are Farriers Looking for In Shoeing Rigs?

Manufacturers note trends among shoeing rig purchases and outfitting that indicate how many farriers are approaching more efficient rigs
Ever since the farrier trade evolved from largely a stationary profession to a mobile one, the shoeing rig has become a necessity for most practices. The farrier rig must be equipped with necessary tools and adequate supplies to handle the horses and their needs forecast for that day.
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Tool Use

The Basics of Drilling and Tapping

When horses need extra traction to perform, clients expect a farrier to be able to quickly and efficiently prepare horseshoes for studs
A sport horse that jumps in competition presents an interesting mixture of courage and fear. It must be brave enough to go to the fence and jump it, but be fearful enough of hurting itself that it will make sufficient effort not to knock anything down.
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Product Knowledge

Stock Up And Take Stock

Use this Shoeing Showcase issue to help you prepare for the busiest months of the hoof-care year

Each April, American Farriers Journal publishes the Shoeing Showcase, our annual Farrier Product & How-To Issue.

 

 


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2013 International Hoof-Care Summit

[Video] Trailer And Truck Setup

At the 2013 International Hoof-Care Summit in Cincinnati, Ohio, farrier Tom Rock tells us about his rig setup, and what he likes about his current trailer organization/utilization.
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Q&A

Shoeing Rigs

What is one accessory to your shoeing rig/trailer that you couldn't go without? What is something your rig/trailer lacks that you want to add with your next rig/trailer?
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2012 AAEP Convention

[Video] Darby Holden

Farrier Darby Holden demonstrates Blacksmith Buddy by Champagne Horseshoe Company at the 2012 AAEP convention. This training device allows for practice on a prosthetic horse leg that acts like a real horse, but has removable and reusable hoofs.
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2012 AAPF Hoofcare Essentials Clinic

[Video] Thrush Impact on Hoof Balance

American Farriers Journal Editor/Publisher Frank Lessiter met up with AAPF V.P. Dave Farley (Coshocton, Ohio) at the 2012 AAPF Hoofcare Essentials Clinic to discuss differences in heel height, and how thrush is a factor in hoof balance.
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2012 AAPF Hoofcare Essentials Clinic

[Video] Using A Contour Gauge On Hooves

American Farriers Journal Editor/Publisher Frank Lessiter met up with AAPF V.P. Dave Farley (Coshocton, Ohio) at the 2012 AAPF Hoofcare Essentials Clinic to discuss the value of using a contour gauge in your work.
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