{"product_id":"equi-sential-flick-brush-for-horses-ponies","title":"Equi-Sential Flick Brush for Horses \u0026 Ponies","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEqui-Sential Flick Brush - Long Flexible Bristles for Coat and Tail\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Equi-Sential Flick Brush is a horse grooming brush with long, flexible bristles that lift excess dust from the coat and tail and bring up a quick top-coat shine. It is best for riders who want a fast finishing brush for daily grooming, before hacking or schooling, and for last-minute tidying at shows.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWith a handle measuring approximately 21.5cm x 5.5cm and bristles around 7cm long, it uses a light flicking action rather than scrubbing, so it suits sensitive, thin-skinned horses as well as hardy natives and cobs.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLong, flexible bristles that sweep dust from the surface of the coat\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProduces a quick shine on the top coat as a finishing brush\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFlicks through the tail to release trapped dust and loose hair\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHandle approx. 21.5cm x 5.5cm for a secure, comfortable grip\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBristle length approx. 7cm for light, sweeping strokes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSuitable for horses and ponies of all types and sizes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eBrowse more grooming kit in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/horse-grooming\"\u003ehorse grooming collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEqui-Sential\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlick brush\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBristles\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLong and flexible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBristle Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 7cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle Dimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 21.5cm x 5.5cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMain Use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemoving excess dust from coat and tail, top-coat shine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHorse, pony, cob, warmblood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTaiwan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eRemove heavy mud and dried dirt first with a curry comb or dandy brush.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHold the flick brush by the handle and work from the neck towards the hindquarters.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse short, light strokes that flick outwards at the end of each pass to throw dust clear of the coat.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFollow the direction of the hair to lay the coat flat and lift the shine.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFlick gently through the tail, starting at the bottom and working upwards.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTap the brush against a hard surface to clear dust from the bristles as you go.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a flick brush used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA flick brush is used to remove excess dust from the coat and tail and to bring up a quick shine on the top coat. It is a finishing brush, used after a curry comb or dandy brush has lifted the heavier dirt.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is a flick brush different from a body brush?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA body brush has short, dense bristles that draw grease and dust out from the base of the coat. A flick brush has long, flexible bristles, in this case around 7cm, that sweep across the surface with a flicking action to throw dust clear.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be used on the tail?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The long, flexible bristles flick through tail hair to remove dust. Work from the bottom of the tail upwards in small sections to avoid pulling hair.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable for sensitive horses?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe bristles are long and flexible and are used with a light sweeping action rather than pressure, which many thin-skinned and sensitive horses tolerate well. Always watch your horse's reaction and ease off over bony areas.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I clean the brush?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRemove hair from the bristles after grooming and rinse in clean water when needed. Dry it naturally with the bristles facing downwards, then store it in a dry grooming box.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size is the brush?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe handle measures approximately 21.5cm x 5.5cm and the bristles are approximately 7cm long. All dimensions are approximate.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout Equi-Sential\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eEqui-Sential makes practical, no-nonsense stable and grooming equipment for everyday yard life. The range focuses on dependable everyday tools that riders and grooms use daily, from brushes and combs to core stable kit.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e { \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [ { \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What is a flick brush used for?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"A flick brush is used to remove excess dust from the coat and tail and to bring up a quick shine on the top coat. It is a finishing brush, used after a curry comb or dandy brush has lifted the heavier dirt.\" } }, { \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How is a flick brush different from a body brush?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"A body brush has short, dense bristles that draw grease and dust out from the base of the coat. 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