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CLASS OF 2003

The Magnificent Seven

Making a positive influence on people’s and horses’ lives in and out of the barn, this year’s International Horseshoeing Hall of Fame class embodies the spirit of farriery
By Michael Austin posted on December 1, 2002 | Posted in Business Practices

Farriers aren't just horseshoers. 


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Shop Talk

Preserving The Memories of Nipper Builders
July 1, 2002

ONE OF THE FARRIER INDUSTRY’S original nipper makers, Dale Everett Sprout, passed away on April 22. In 1960, he went to work with Adam Eckerich and George Earnest at G.E. Tools, building nippers.


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New Rules For 2002

Here’s the first news on changes for the American Farrier’s Association 2002 Forging Contest
May 1, 2002
It may seem that the 2001 American Farrier’s Association (AFA) convention just ended, but it’s not too early to start thinking about the forging contests for the 2002 convention scheduled for Lexington, Ky., March 6 to 9.
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AFA Bulletin

It All Comes Down To The Horse

AFA members need to remember and capitalize on what they do best
By Craig Trnka posted on May 1, 2002 | Posted in Education
In an election year, there is always much unrest and many questions in the back of people’s minds as to the future of the American Farrier’s Association (AFA).
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Remembering Red Renchin with Mark Ellis: Part 3

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.

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