Smart Grooming Forelock Plaiting Grippers for Horses
Description
Smart Grooming Forelock Plaiting Grippers
The Smart Grooming Forelock Plaiting Grippers are a compact stainless steel plaiting tool that secures the end of a forelock plait without bands or thread. They are best for riders, grooms and producers who want a neat, professional forelock finish for showing, dressage or smart everyday turnout.
The gripper's small teeth hold the hair while you pull the tail of the plait back up through the plait itself, so the finish sits flat and tidy with no rubber band showing. Compact enough to live in your plaiting kit, it is ready for quick adjustments at the yard or ringside. Browse more grooming and turnout equipment to complete your kit.
Key Features
- Band-free finish: designed to pull the end of the forelock plait up through the rest of the plait for a tidy, secure result.
- Stainless steel: crafted from high-quality stainless steel with a satin finish for durability and easy cleaning.
- Gripping teeth: small teeth grip hair securely, helping hold the forelock in place during styling.
- Compact and portable: stays ready in a plaiting kit, grooming box or show bag.
- Simple maintenance: wiping and light cleaning preserve the satin finish and overall integrity over time.
- Suits all types: one size works on ponies, cobs, horses and warmbloods with thick or fine forelocks.
Specifications
| Brand | Smart Grooming |
|---|---|
| Product type | Forelock plaiting grippers |
| Material | Stainless steel |
| Finish | Satin |
| Design detail | Small gripping teeth |
| Intended use | Finishing and securing forelock plaits without bands or thread |
| Suitable for | Horses, ponies, cobs, warmbloods |
| Care | Wipe over, clean lightly, dry before storage |
| Country of origin | Pakistan |
How to Use
- Brush the forelock through so it is clean, dry and tangle free.
- Plait the forelock down its length as you normally would.
- Hold the end of the plait and close the grippers onto it so the teeth grip the hair.
- Pass the grippers up through the body of the plait from underneath, drawing the end back through.
- Release the grippers and settle the finished plait flat against the forehead.
- Wipe the grippers clean and return them to your plaiting kit.
FAQ
What are forelock plaiting grippers used for?
They are used to pull the loose end of a forelock plait back up through the plait, securing it neatly without rubber bands or plaiting thread.
What are they made from?
High-quality stainless steel with a satin finish, which is durable and easy to clean.
Will they suit a pony or a cob?
Yes. The grippers are one size and work on forelocks of ponies, cobs, horses and warmbloods, whether the hair is fine or thick.
Do I still need bands or thread?
Not for the finish itself. The grippers are made specifically so the end of the plait can be secured without extra accessories.
How do I care for them?
Wipe them over and clean lightly after use, then dry thoroughly. This preserves the satin finish and keeps the teeth gripping well.
Are they easy to take to shows?
Yes. They are compact and easy to carry, so they stay ready in your plaiting kit for quick adjustments at the ringside.
About Smart Grooming
Smart Grooming makes practical preparation, plaiting and trimming tools for the British equestrian market. The range is aimed at riders, grooms and producers who want reliable, hard-wearing kit that delivers a consistently tidy turnout.