![]() So experience tends to guide the farrier when it comes to determining when aluminum stock is at an appropriate temperature to work with. ![]() For example, if the resulting mark quickly burns away or is badly smeared, the metal is too hot for shaping. Most farriers who work with aluminum have a process of checking the stock heat, usually a time count and test the heat by drawing the handle hammer across it. While the typical thinking might be that racing plates and lighter shoes will be shaped cold, and heavier aluminum shoes like those used for hunters and jumpers will be put in the forge, that also proves to be a matter of personal preference. Another advantage is that aluminum can be shaped hot or cold. Get insight on adding traction to aluminum shoes in the July/August issue of American Farriers Journal.Īluminum stock remains a popular choice for a variety of horses, primarily due to its lighter weight.
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