Articles Tagged with ''Bruce Daniels''

50 Years of Farriery Progress

The Evolution of Horseshoes & Tools in 1 Farrier’s Career

Hoof-care professionals propel the industry forward with innovation

By Steve Kraus posted on November 12, 2024 | Posted in Education, Equipment, Shoeing

I nailed on my first set of horseshoes 60 years ago when I was 15 in 1964. It was on a kind gelding named Maverick at the summer horse camp that I attended.

News & Notes

Bruce Daniels Estate Auctioning Hand Tools

By American Farriers Journal Staff posted on April 21, 2022 | Posted in Equipment, Forging

Bob Brooks Auctions announced the Bruce Daniels estate will be auctioning hand tools and other items of the Hall of Fame farrier.

Simple but Effective Ways to Shear Bar Stock

Bruce Daniels’ techniques continue to hold up more than 40 years later

By Jeff Cota posted on July 3, 2020 | Posted in Equipment, Forging

Communication between farriers was few and far between when Henry Heymering published the first issue of American Farriers Journal in 1975. Many shoers of that era recall counterparts packing up their tools when they arrived at a barn out of fear that their techniques might close the expertise gap. As a result, experience and ingenuity were largely relied upon to improve everyday work and efficiency.

[Podcast] A Conversation with Dick Fanguy

In this episode of the American Farriers Journal podcast, brought to you by American Equus, Editor Jeremy McGovern spoke with Dick Fanguy, CJF, who previously served as American Farrier’s Association president. He remains involved with the industry by consulting with farrier cases and representing Stonewell Bodies.

September 10, 2018 | Posted in Business Practices, Education, Safety & Healthcare

From the AFJ Archives: April 2018

July/August 1983

By Steve Kraus posted on April 7, 2018 | Posted in Anatomy, Business Practices, Disciplines & Breeds, Education, Equipment, Forging, Shoeing

1983 ARTICLE OVERVIEW Steve Kraus, head of Farrier Services and senior lecturer at Cornell University, originally wrote this article for the 1983 July/August issue of American Farriers Journal. As a private practice farrier in Trumansburg, N.Y., Kraus originally approached this subject with the intent to clarify the purpose of Scotch bottom shoes and share his method of creating this complicated type of shoe.

Getting A Handle On Hammers

Selecting, maintaining and using one of the most important tools in your box

By Jeff Cota posted on November 7, 2016 | Posted in Education, Equipment, Forging

What do a hammer handle and a wooden spoke from an Amish buggy have in common? For Hall Of Fame farrier Roy Bloom, both represent quality and durability.

Online Extras: March 2015 Issue

March 1, 2015

Web-exclusive content for this issue includes:

Valuable advice for dealing with payment issues gleaned from two horse owner and farrier surveys
Video of farrier Tim Shannon showing his one-heat modification for heel extension
Marc Jerram's university dissertation: An Assessment of Static and Dynamic Asymmetry in 10 Unbroken Horses
Influential articles from the late Bruce Daniels
Two studies focusing on moisture in the equine foot
2015 International Horseing Hall Of Fame & International Equine Veterinarian Hall Of Fame inductee videos

Web-Exclusive Feature

In Memory Of Bruce Daniels: Articles From The AFJ Archives

February 27, 2015 | Posted in Education, Equipment, Shoeing

View a small collection of Bruce Daniels' articles written for American Farriers Journal over the last 30 years.

From The Desk Of AFJ

Bruce's Legacy

By Red Renchin posted on January 16, 2015 | Posted in Education

Like everyone in our industry, I was saddened to learn of the death of one of legendary New Jersey shoer Bruce Daniels. Bruce was one my farrier heroes.

Hall Of Fame Farrier Bruce Daniels Passes Away

January 2, 2015

Funeral services are pending for legendary farrier Bruce Daniels, according to the American Farrier's Association.

Videos

Remembering Red Renchin with Mark Ellis: Part 3

In this episode, Mark Ellis, a Wisconsin farrier who learned the ropes with Renchin, recalls Red’s relationships with area veterinarians, his legacy and the second career as American Farriers Journal’s technical editor.

Events

Michigan Horseshoers Association 55th Annual Clinic

Date: 01/02/25

Location: Lansing, MI

The Michigan Horseshoers Association will host its 55th annual clinic Jan. 2-4, 2025 in East Lansing, Mich.

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