{"product_id":"lemieux-artisan-quarter-mark-comb-for-horse-grooming","title":"LeMieux Artisan Quarter Mark Comb for Horse Grooming","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLeMieux Artisan Quarter Mark Comb\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe LeMieux Artisan Quarter Mark Comb is a compact grooming tool used to create quarter marks — decorative patterns such as sharks' teeth and chequerboards — on a horse's hindquarters. It is best for riders preparing for showing, dressage, eventing, hunting or yard photographs who want a sharp, professional finish.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuarter marking is a traditional British turnout technique. A dedicated comb gives you cleaner edges and more repeatable spacing than a general body brush or an ordinary mane comb, and it is small enough to keep in a plaiting box for last-minute touch-ups at the lorry.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePurpose-made for quarter marks:\u003c\/strong\u003e shapes crisp sharks' teeth, chequerboard and freehand patterns\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e fits a grooming kit, plaiting box or pocket for ringside tidying\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControlled handling:\u003c\/strong\u003e shaped for steady one-handed strokes so marks stay level\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile use:\u003c\/strong\u003e suits showing, dressage, eventing, hunting, parades and photo days\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to maintain:\u003c\/strong\u003e rinse clean and air dry after use\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuits all types:\u003c\/strong\u003e works on horses, ponies, cobs and warmbloods\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeMieux\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArtisan Quarter Mark Comb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrooming and presentation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrimary use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuarter marking and turnout finishing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHorses, ponies, cobs, warmbloods\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCare\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRinse after use, dry before storing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChina\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003cp\u003eBrowse more stable and show-day kit in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/grooming\"\u003egrooming collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eBrush the hindquarters thoroughly so the coat is clean and lying flat.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLightly dampen the area with a water brush or sponge — marks hold better on a slightly damp coat.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePosition the comb at the top of the quarters and draw it downwards in a short, firm stroke.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRepeat in an even row, keeping the spacing consistent, to build up sharks' teeth or a chequerboard pattern.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStep back and check both sides match before finishing the second quarter.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSet the pattern with a light mist of water or a coat finishing spray, then rinse and dry the comb.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a quarter mark comb used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is used to comb decorative patterns, known as quarter marks, into the coat on a horse's hindquarters as a finishing touch for showing, dressage, eventing and hunting turnout.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it work on a thick winter coat?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eQuarter marks show most clearly on a short, clean summer or clipped coat. On a thicker winter coat the pattern is still achievable but tends to be softer and less defined, so dampen the area first.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to wet the coat first?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA lightly damp coat gives the sharpest edges. Use a water brush or damp sponge over the quarters before you start, and set the finished marks with a light mist of water.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable for ponies as well as horses?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The comb is a hand-held tool rather than a fitted item, so it can be used on ponies, cobs, horses and warmbloods alike.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I clean the comb?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRinse it under clean water after use to remove hair and any coat product, then let it dry fully before putting it back in your grooming box.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it for anything other than quarter marks?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is designed for quarter marking and coat finishing rather than for detangling manes and tails, so keep a separate mane comb for that job.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout LeMieux\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eLeMieux is a British equestrian brand known for coordinated saddlery, rugs and grooming accessories seen at yards and competition venues across the UK. The Artisan range gathers practical grooming and presentation tools for daily stable routines and show-day preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e { \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [ { \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What is a quarter mark comb used for?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"It is used to comb decorative patterns, known as quarter marks, into the coat on a horse's hindquarters as a finishing touch for showing, dressage, eventing and hunting turnout.\" } }, { \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Does it work on a thick winter coat?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Quarter marks show most clearly on a short, clean summer or clipped coat. 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