Nail Pullers – Precision Tools in the Farrier’s Daily Work
The nail puller is an essential tool in a farrier’s daily work. It allows for the targeted removal of horseshoe nails from fullered shoes or our composite horseshoes without damaging the hoof or the horseshoe. Thanks to its fine, conically shaped jaw tips, a nail puller can securely and effectively grip even worn or dirty nails.
Top Models at a Glance – ICAR, GE 12” and Mustad
With high-quality nail pullers from ICAR, GE, or Mustad, farriers equip themselves with tools that stand out for their precision, durability, and thoughtful design. Whether removing a single nail or taking off the entire horseshoe, these pullers are designed for maximum functionality and safety.
ICAR – Precision with Integrated Cleaning Aid
The ICAR nail puller features a compact, perfectly balanced jaw design. A hook at the end of the handle helps remove dirt and debris from the nail – a real advantage before pulling the nails. The ergonomic handles in typical ICAR style provide excellent grip and high comfort, making the ICAR puller especially user-friendly and efficient for professional use.
GE 12” – Robust Precision from Chrome-Molybdenum Steel
The G.E. Crease Nail Puller 12” is forged from high-quality chrome-molybdenum steel and is ideal for fullered shoes, reinforced-profile shoes, or fullered horseshoes. The special jaw design allows the nail to be slightly lifted with light pressure while securely holding the head. The rolled head makes it easier to “roll out” the nail while pulling, enabling quick and energy-saving work.
Mustad – Versatility for all Fullered Shoes
The Mustad nail puller is a true all-rounder. It securely grips all common nail head sizes and is excellent for removing nails from any fullered shoe. The fine jaw tips grip even heavily worn nail heads firmly, and the solid puller anvil ensures optimal leverage. The conical bore in the jaw provides universal ease of use – ideal for everyday work in both mobile and stationary shoeing.
Usage and Safety Instructions
Please observe our safety instructions when working with our products. Also, follow the applicable safety instructions provided by the manufacturer of the nail puller.
How to Use a Nail Puller
Here, we would like to briefly explain how to correctly remove a horseshoe – especially when it is to be reused. For clinched nails, it is recommended to first open the clinches with a clinch cutter and then drive the nail back up from the top.
If the horseshoe is still relatively new, the nails can usually be removed easily with the nail puller. The method described above can be particularly helpful for our composite horseshoes, as the nails can be pulled out relatively easily and the shoe is usually not damaged.
With older, worn horseshoes, however, it becomes much harder to grip the nail heads well without
harming the horseshoe.
Many farriers have developed their own techniques for such cases: one proven method is to first
lever the horseshoe slightly away from the hoof using their pull-offs, then drive it back into
place.
This loosens
the nails from their seated position so they can then be easily gripped with the nail puller.
Especially with our composite horseshoes, using a clinch cutter is a popular approach.
In addition
to the method mentioned above, another common technique is to insert the clinch cutter between hoof
and
horseshoe, then drive it all around towards the hoof wall using a hammer. This slightly lifts the
shoe off the hoof.
After that, the shoe is driven back down by striking the ground-facing side, leaving the nails in
their
raised position so they can be easily removed with the nail puller.
Whether for complete shoe removal or for replacing individual nails – a high-quality nail puller allows farriers to work with precision.
Product Features of Nail Pullers
| Nail Pullers Product Features | |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Nail Puller |
| Brands | ICAR, Mustad, GE |
| Item Numbers | ZZ1Z2 Mustad, ZZ1Z1 GE, ZZ6Z1 ICAR |
| Function | Pulling out horseshoe nails |
| Safety Instructions | Available under FAQ → Safety Instructions |
| Unit | The nail puller is sold individually |
| Returns and Exchanges |
Under certain conditions, possible within 3 months within the European Union (EU). For returns outside the EU, please contact our customer service. Full details are available under FAQ→ Service & Conditions. |
Tips and Tricks
A proven tip from practice: The puller can be lightly ground with a belt grinder to refine the tips. This greatly improves gripping ability – especially for hard-to-reach nails.
This modification is extremely useful not only when removing our horseshoes but also for other types of steel shoes. It allows for more efficient work and extends the life of the reused horseshoe.
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