{"product_id":"smart-grooming-fold-up-levelling-knife-for-manes","title":"Smart Grooming Fold Up Levelling Knife for Manes","description":"Smart Grooming Fold Up Levelling Knife \u003cp\u003eThe Smart Grooming Fold Up Levelling Knife is a compact folding grooming tool that levels and thins horses' manes, tails and feathers without harsh cutting. It is best for riders, grooms and turnout specialists working with coarse, thick or weathered hair, thanks to longer teeth and slightly wider spacing than the Pro Levelling Knife.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsed in small backcombed sections, it trims hair to a consistent length while reducing bulk, giving a neat, natural pulled-look finish for showing, schooling or general yard tidiness. The blade folds away, so it stores easily in a grooming kit and is quick to reach for. Browse more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/grooming\"\u003egrooming products\u003c\/a\u003e to build a complete kit.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumane alternative to pulling:\u003c\/strong\u003e levels and thins manes and tails with control, no harsh cutting line.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLonger teeth for coarse hair:\u003c\/strong\u003e wider tooth spacing than the Pro Levelling Knife, suited to thick manes and weathered feathers.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFolding, compact design:\u003c\/strong\u003e portable, easy to store and quick to access during grooming sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo jobs in one tool:\u003c\/strong\u003e trims to a consistent length while reducing bulk underneath.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePairs with a thinning rake:\u003c\/strong\u003e works alongside the Smart Manes thinning rake when extra weight needs removing before levelling.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuits all types:\u003c\/strong\u003e useful on horses, ponies, cobs and native breeds with heavy manes, tails and feather.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmart Grooming\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFold up levelling knife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFunction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLevelling and thinning manes, tails and feathers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTeeth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLonger teeth, slightly wider spacing than the Pro Levelling Knife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDesign\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFolding, compact and portable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHair type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoarse, thick or weathered hair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePakistan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eBrush the mane through so it is clean and tangle-free before you start.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTake a small section of mane between your fingers.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBackcomb the section until you are holding only a few hairs.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse the blade to cut those hairs to your desired length.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBrush the section out to check the line.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRepeat in small sections along the whole mane, stepping back regularly to check evenness.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFold the blade away, wipe the tool clean of hair and store dry.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a levelling knife used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is used to level and thin horses' manes, tails and feathers, trimming hair to a consistent length while reducing bulk so the result looks neat and natural rather than bluntly cut.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is this different from the Pro Levelling Knife?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Fold Up Levelling Knife has longer teeth and slightly wider tooth spacing, which makes it better suited to thick manes and weathered feathers.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable for very thick manes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. For very heavy manes, use the Smart Manes thinning rake first to remove weight from underneath, then level the top with this knife.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be used on tails and feathers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The same small-section, backcombing method works for tidying tails and shaping feather on cobs and native types.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it safe to use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe tool contains sharp edges and is intended for use as part of a professional equestrian grooming routine. Take care at all times, use it only for its intended purpose, fold it away after use and keep it out of reach of children.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I care for it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWipe hair and dirt from the teeth after each session, fold the blade closed and store the tool dry.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout Smart Grooming\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eSmart Grooming develops practical tools for mane, tail and coat management, used by riders, grooms and professional turnout specialists on yards across the UK. 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