Mackey Metal Mane Comb for Horses & Ponies

Mackey Metal Mane Comb – Comb and Thin the Mane Without Pulling

The Mackey Metal Mane Comb is a metal grooming comb that both combs through and thins a horse or pony's mane in one pass. It is designed for riders and grooms who want to tidy and reduce a thick mane without the painful pulling and tearing of traditional mane pulling.

The comb holds an exchangeable blade, so when the blade dulls you simply swap it rather than buying a new tool. It is best for everyday yard use on horses that object to having their manes pulled, and for keeping thick native and cob manes manageable between plaiting and trimming sessions. Browse more horse grooming brushes and kit to build out your grooming box.

Key Features

• Combs and thins in one: tidies the mane while reducing thickness as you work.
• No painful pulling: thins without the tearing associated with hand pulling.
• Exchangeable blade: replace the blade when it stops cutting cleanly.
• Metal construction: a solid, hand-held comb for regular yard use.
• Suits all types: horses and ponies, including thick-maned natives and cobs.
• Grooming kit staple: useful before schooling, hacking, in-hand work and turnout.

Specifications

How to Use

1. Brush the mane through first so it lies flat and is free of knots.
2. Take a small section of mane at a time rather than working the whole neck at once.
3. Draw the comb down through the section from the crest towards the ends.
4. Repeat on the same section a few times, checking the thickness as you go.
5. Move along the neck section by section until the mane is even.
6. Wipe the comb clean, dry it and store it safely away from children.

FAQ

Does this comb hurt the horse?
It is designed to thin the mane without the painful pulling and tearing of traditional mane pulling, so it is a useful option for horses that dislike having their manes pulled.

Can the blade be replaced?
Yes. The comb uses an exchangeable blade, so it can be swapped when it no longer cuts cleanly.

Will it work on a thick native or cob mane?
Yes. It is suitable for horses and ponies, including thicker manes, though very thick manes will simply need more passes.

Is it suitable for plaiting manes?
It helps bring a thick mane down to a more manageable thickness, which makes plaiting easier, but it is a thinning and combing tool rather than a plaiting aid.

How do I avoid taking off too much?
Work in small sections and check your progress frequently, as hair cannot be replaced once removed.

How should I care for it?
Wipe the comb clean after use, dry it before storing and keep the blade out of reach of children.

About Mackey

Mackey produces practical equestrian equipment and grooming tools for everyday use around the yard, favouring straightforward, hard-wearing designs that earn their place in a grooming box.