{"title":"Hoof \u0026 claw knives","description":"\u003cp\u003eYou buy a hoof knife or claw knife first and foremost for your working hand: a right-handed knife cuts differently from a left-handed one, and a double-edged blade works in both directions. Here you will find knives, nippers, rasps and sharpening supplies for those who trim claws themselves or maintain horses' hooves. These include Aesculap hoof knives, the Aesculap ProCut hoof and claw knife, a narrow Sharp hoof knife and a Danish-style claw knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich knife suits your hand and work\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRight (R) or left (L):\u003c\/strong\u003e choose the version that suits the hand you cut with. Aesculap VC 310 and VC 320 are right-handed, VC 311 and VC 321 left-handed; the ProCut comes in both versions.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDouble (R+L):\u003c\/strong\u003e the VC 315 has a blade that cuts both ways.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNarrow blade:\u003c\/strong\u003e the Sharp hoof knife has a thin, narrow blade for precise work in the sole edge and the white line.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDanish style:\u003c\/strong\u003e the Easy claw knife is shaped for trimming cattle claws.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNippers, rasp and shears\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo shorten the bearing edge, you use hoof nippers. The double-leverage version needs less hand strength, and its blades can be replaced separately. The nippers with a side jaw reach awkward corners better. You finish off with a 35 cm hoof rasp with a coarse and a fine side. For sheep there are the 26 cm foot shears and the Claw Clipper Sheep Dutch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKeeping it sharp\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA blunt knife slips and takes effort. Maintain the blade with a whetstone or sharpening paste. If you work with an angle grinder, choose a 115 or 125 mm claw grinding disc; only use it on a machine with a guard. Always cut away from your body and restrain the animal well, for example with equipment from \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/livestock-catching-and-restraint\"\u003ecatching and restraining\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMore in claw and hoof care\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTrimming is often followed by a block or bandage: see \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cattle-hoof-blocks-and-adhesive\"\u003ehoof blocks and hoof adhesive\u003c\/a\u003e. Everything for cattle is under \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cattle-hoof-care\"\u003ecattle hoof care\u003c\/a\u003e; horse owners see \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/horse-hoof-care\"\u003ehorse hoof care\u003c\/a\u003e, sheep keepers \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sheep-foot-care\"\u003esheep foot care\u003c\/a\u003e and goat keepers \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/goat-hoof-care\"\u003egoat hoof care\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between a hoof knife and a claw knife?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth have a curved blade with a hook. A claw knife is often shaped for the flat sole of cattle claws, a hoof knife for horses' hooves; many knives, such as the ProCut, are intended for both.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I choose a left-handed or right-handed knife?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChoose by the hand you cut with. If you are unsure or often switch sides, a double-edged R+L knife is an option.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I sharpen a hoof knife?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep the blade sharp with a whetstone or sharpening paste; follow the knife's existing sharpening angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I replace the blades of hoof nippers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith the double-leverage hoof nippers, yes: the blades are available separately.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"hoeftang-zijkant-bek-met-overbrenging","title":"Hoof nippers \"side jaw\" with compound action","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHoof nippers \"side jaw\" with compound action.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Merkloos","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58965852848463,"sku":"HOEFT0001-HAC","price":79.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0870\/4186\/8111\/files\/HOEFT0001.png?v=1790774307"},{"product_id":"hoeftang-dubbele-overbrenging","title":"Hoof nippers double compound action","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe same result with less effort.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe blades are replaceable.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeparate blades:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHoeft0003A\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Merkloos","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58965852881231,"sku":"HOEFT0003-HAC","price":49.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0870\/4186\/8111\/files\/HOEFT0003.png?v=1790774309"},{"product_id":"hoeftang-dubbele-overbrenging-messen","title":"Blades for hoof nippers double compound action","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeparate blades\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor hoof nippers with double compound action.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Merkloos","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58965853929807,"sku":"HOEFT0003A-HAC","price":12.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0870\/4186\/8111\/files\/HOEFT0003A.png?v=1790774310"},{"product_id":"hoefmes-aesculap-vc-310-r","title":"Hoof knife Aesculap VC 310 \"R\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHoof knife Aesculap VC 310 \"R\".\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHoof knife VC 310 \"R\" (Danish Aesculap), 1 piece, narrow with black ebony handle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Merkloos","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58965853962575,"sku":"HOEFVC310-HAC","price":28.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0870\/4186\/8111\/files\/HOEFVC310.png?v=1790774312"},{"product_id":"hoefmes-aesculap-vc-311-l","title":"Hoof knife Aesculap VC 311 \"L\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHoof knife Aesculap VC 311\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNarrow with black ebony handle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Merkloos","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58965854060879,"sku":"HOEFVC311-HAC","price":28.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0870\/4186\/8111\/files\/HOEFVC311.png?v=1790774314"},{"product_id":"hoefmes-aesculap-vc-315-r-l-dubbel","title":"Hoof knife Aesculap VC 315 \"R+L\" double","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHoof knife Aesculap VC 315 \"R+L\" double.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Merkloos","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58965854093647,"sku":"HOEFVC315-HAC","price":28.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0870\/4186\/8111\/files\/HOEFVC315.png?v=1790774316"},{"product_id":"hoefmes-aesculap-vc-320-r","title":"Hoof knife Aesculap VC 320 \"R\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHoof knife Aesculap VC320\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe number 1 of all hoof knives! 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