{"product_id":"smart-grooming-forelock-plaiting-grippers-for-horses","title":"Smart Grooming Forelock Plaiting Grippers for Horses","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSmart Grooming Forelock Plaiting Grippers\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe 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 \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/grooming\"\u003egrooming and turnout equipment\u003c\/a\u003e to complete your kit.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBand-free finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e designed to pull the end of the forelock plait up through the rest of the plait for a tidy, secure result.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStainless steel:\u003c\/strong\u003e crafted from high-quality stainless steel with a satin finish for durability and easy cleaning.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGripping teeth:\u003c\/strong\u003e small teeth grip hair securely, helping hold the forelock in place during styling.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact and portable:\u003c\/strong\u003e stays ready in a plaiting kit, grooming box or show bag.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimple maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e wiping and light cleaning preserve the satin finish and overall integrity over time.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuits all types:\u003c\/strong\u003e one size works on ponies, cobs, horses and warmbloods with thick or fine forelocks.\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\u003eForelock plaiting grippers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSatin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDesign detail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall gripping teeth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIntended use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinishing and securing forelock plaits without bands or thread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHorses, ponies, cobs, warmbloods\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCare\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWipe over, clean lightly, dry before storage\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 forelock through so it is clean, dry and tangle free.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlait the forelock down its length as you normally would.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHold the end of the plait and close the grippers onto it so the teeth grip the hair.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePass the grippers up through the body of the plait from underneath, drawing the end back through.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRelease the grippers and settle the finished plait flat against the forehead.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWipe the grippers clean and return them to your plaiting kit.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are forelock plaiting grippers used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are they made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHigh-quality stainless steel with a satin finish, which is durable and easy to clean.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill they suit a pony or a cob?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. 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They are compact and easy to carry, so they stay ready in your plaiting kit for quick adjustments at the ringside.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout Smart Grooming\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eSmart Grooming makes practical preparation, plaiting and trimming tools for the British equestrian market. 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