Historical information

Hoof rasps are essential tools used by farriers (specialists in equine hoof care) for trimming, shaping, and maintaining horse hooves. They help in smoothing rough edges and correcting hoof growth after trimming. Traditional rasps like this were manually operated before modern electric hoof grinders became available. The small size of this rasp suggests it may have been a section cut from a larger rasp, repurposed for finer adjustments or as a portable tool.

Physical description

The item is a hoof rasp, a small, rectangular metal tool with a rough, raised, and textured surface designed for filing and smoothing horse hooves. The rasp is compact and appears well-worn, showing signs of use and rusting. The rasping surface consists of small, sharp teeth that efficiently remove layers of hoof material when rubbed against the surface.