{"product_id":"mackey-aluminium-tail-comb-with-wooden-handle","title":"Mackey Aluminium Tail Comb with Wooden Handle","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMackey Aluminium Tail Comb With Wooden Handle\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Mackey Aluminium Tail Comb is a hand-held grooming comb with an aluminium comb head and a wooden handle, made for combing and thinning the mane and tail without painful pulling or tearing. It is best for riders, grooms and yard owners who want to tidy a thick mane or neaten a tail while keeping the horse comfortable.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe blade is exchangeable, so the comb can be refreshed when the edge dulls instead of being replaced. It suits horses, ponies, cobs and warmbloods, and works well for show preparation, winter tidying and general everyday grooming. Browse more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/grooming\"\u003ehorse grooming brushes and kit\u003c\/a\u003e to build out your grooming box.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCombs and thins the mane and tail without painful pulling and tearing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAluminium comb head — light, rigid and easy to draw through the hair\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eShaped wooden handle for a comfortable, controlled grip\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExchangeable blade for continued use over time\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSuitable for horses, ponies, cobs and warmbloods\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUseful for show preparation, pulled-look finishes and routine yard grooming\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMackey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminium tail comb with wooden handle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eComb Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlade\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExchangeable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIntended Use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCombing and thinning mane and tail\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\u003eBrush the mane or tail through first to remove tangles, mud and shavings.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTake a small section of hair and comb downwards from the roots.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDraw the comb through the section repeatedly to thin and shorten the hair gradually.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork along the mane in small sections, stepping back regularly to check the line and length.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFor the tail, work only on the sides of the dock and take very little hair at a time.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRemove trapped hair from the blade, wipe the comb clean and store it dry.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this comb pull the horse's mane?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It is designed for combing and thinning the mane without the painful pulling and tearing associated with traditional hand pulling, so many horses tolerate it better.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the blade be replaced?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The blade is exchangeable, so the comb can be refreshed when the cutting edge dulls rather than replacing the whole tool.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the comb made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe comb head is aluminium and the handle is wood.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it on the tail as well as the mane?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It can be used to thin and tidy the tail as well as the mane. On the tail, work on the sides of the dock and take only a little hair at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable for ponies and cobs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It suits horses, ponies, cobs and warmbloods. Thicker cob manes usually need more passes, working in smaller sections.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I look after it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRemove hair from the blade after use, wipe the comb clean and dry the wooden handle rather than soaking it. Store in a dry grooming box or tack room and keep the blade away from children.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout Mackey\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eMackey produce practical equestrian equipment and grooming tools for everyday yard use. The range focuses on straightforward, hard-wearing designs that riders, grooms and yard staff can pick up and use without fuss.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e { \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [ { \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Does this comb pull the horse's mane?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"No. It is designed for combing and thinning the mane without the painful pulling and tearing associated with traditional hand pulling, so many horses tolerate it better.\" } }, { \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Can the blade be replaced?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Yes. 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