Farrier Hammers, Testers & Stands

Farrier Hammers, Testers & Stands

Every trim and shoeing goes better with tools made for the work in front of you. Tractor Supply offers a lineup of farrier hammers, testers and stands for shaping, nailing and checking hooves, giving farriers and horse owners dependable gear for the job.

Gear Built to Handle Hoof Work

Working on hooves takes more than skill – it requires equipment made to handle the force, precision and repetition the job demands. Effective tools reduce strain on your hands and back while giving you the control to work safely around a large animal. Quality makes a real difference because a well-made tool delivers cleaner results and fewer interruptions during a session. Horses also stay calmer when the work moves smoothly, which keeps everyone safer.

Durability is another reason these tools earn their place in a farrier's kit. Forge work and hard hoof material wear down cheap equipment fast, so pieces built from tempered steel and solid stock hold up season after season. The right mix of tools lets you move through each stage of hoof care with confidence, from the first trim to the final fitted shoe.

Hammers for Shoeing and Shaping

Every stage of shoeing calls for a hammer suited to the task at hand. Farrier hammers come in styles for driving nails, shaping steel and bending down the nail tips once a shoe is set. A well-balanced head lets you land accurate strikes with less effort, which protects both the hoof and your grip through a long day. Rounding and turning hammers help you bend and form shoes on the anvil, while driving models focus on seating nails cleanly.

Hoof Stands for Trimming and Finishing

Holding a hoof in position for minutes at a time wears on the back and legs fast. Farrier stands take on that load by supporting the hoof at a comfortable working height, freeing both hands for trimming, filing and finishing. Many feature a curved cradle for resting the leg during the final steps and a straight, rubber-capped post that holds the hoof flat for nailing. Heavier bases add stability for larger horses, though a lighter aluminum model travels more easily between barns. Picking a stand that suits your horses and your working style saves wear on your body across a full day of work.

Hoof Testers for Locating Soreness

Lameness often traces back to a spot inside the hoof that no eye can see. Farrier testers use a pincer-style design, letting you apply gentle pressure across the sole, outer wall and the soft frog at the center of the hoof to find where a horse reacts. That feedback helps you separate an abscess or bruise from a deeper problem before it worsens. Standard models suit most horses, while wider, larger-jaw testers reach across the bigger hooves of draft breeds. Catching a sore spot early means faster treatment and less downtime during Life Out Here.

Find Farrier Hammers, Stands and Testers at Tractor Supply

From seasoned farriers to owners learning to trim their own horses, the right tools make hoof work quicker and more comfortable for everyone. Matching your gear to the horses you handle keeps each visit safe and productive. Explore our farrier equipment and supplies at your local Tractor Supply store and on our website to gear up for hoof care.