{"product_id":"mackey-stud-socket-spanner-for-horse-shoe-studs","title":"Mackey Stud Socket Spanner for Horse Shoe Studs","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMackey Stud Socket Spanner\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Mackey Stud Socket Spanner is a compact studding tool that covers the stud as you fit it into the stud hole of a horse shoe. It is designed for riders, grooms and yard staff who stud up regularly for cross country, show jumping, hunting or hacking on changeable ground.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBest for anyone who wants a steadier, more controlled grip when screwing studs in and out, rather than relying on fingers alone in cold or muddy conditions. Keep it in the stud kit with your studs, tap and hoof pick so everything is together at the lorry.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCovers the stud\u003c\/strong\u003e while studding up, for a controlled turn\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSocket design\u003c\/strong\u003e that seats over the stud head\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact size\u003c\/strong\u003e for grooming boxes, stud kits and lorry lockers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo moving parts\u003c\/strong\u003e - nothing to adjust before use\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuits horses and ponies\u003c\/strong\u003e shod with stud holes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePart of the \u003cstrong\u003eMackey\u003c\/strong\u003e yard equipment range\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\u003eStud Socket Spanner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStudding tool \/ stud spanner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrimary Use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCovers the stud when studding up\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHorse and pony shoes with stud holes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCare\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWipe clean and dry after use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003cp\u003eBrowse more yard and grooming essentials in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/horse-grooming\"\u003ehorse grooming collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eStand the horse square on a firm, level surface with a handler at the head if needed.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePick out the hoof and clean the stud hole, removing any packing or plug.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClear the thread with a stud tap if the hole is dirty or tight.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStart the stud into the hole by hand so the thread engages straight.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlace the socket spanner over the stud and turn to seat it fully and securely.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAfter use, unscrew the stud with the spanner, clean the hole and refit a plug.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWipe the spanner clean and dry it before returning it to your stud kit.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does a stud socket spanner do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt covers the stud while you fit it, so you can turn the stud into the shoe with a steadier grip and more control than using fingers alone.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I still need a stud tap?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, a tap is used to clean and clear the thread in the stud hole before the stud goes in. The spanner is used to seat and remove the stud itself.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it suit ponies as well as horses?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt can be used on horses and ponies of any type, provided the shoes are fitted with stud holes.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I store it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWipe it clean, remove grit from the socket and dry it thoroughly, then keep it with your studs and tap in a grooming box or lorry locker.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould studs be left in after work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCommon yard practice is to remove studs once work is finished and plug the holes, which is quick to do with a spanner to hand.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout Mackey\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eMackey supplies practical equestrian equipment and everyday yard essentials, from grooming and stable tools to riding accessories used by leisure riders and competition yards alike.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e {\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What does a stud socket spanner do?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"It covers the stud while you fit it, so you can turn the stud into the shoe with a steadier grip and more control than using fingers alone.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Do I still need a stud tap?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes, a tap is used to clean and clear the thread in the stud hole before the stud goes in. 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