Steel Horseshoes

Steel Horseshoes for Professional Farriers

Steel horseshoes remain a core part of professional farriery because they are available in an extensive range of shapes, dimensions, nail patterns, clip configurations, ground surfaces, and specialty designs. Well-Shod carries steel horseshoes for everyday shoeing, performance horses, ranch and trail work, Western disciplines, draft applications, and specialized farrier work.

Our steel horseshoe selection includes front and hind patterns, universal keg shoes, clipped and unclipped shoes, plain and rim styles, concave shoes, bar shoes, sliding plates, toe-weight shoes, traction shoes, and other specialized configurations from leading farrier brands.

Kerckhaert Steel Horseshoes

Kerckhaert steel horseshoes make up one of the broadest steel shoe selections available at Well-Shod. The Kerckhaert range includes traditional American-style shoes, European patterns, sport-horse designs, concave shoes, draft shoes, rollers, half rounds, toe-weight shoes, and multiple front and hind patterns.

Farriers can choose from established Kerckhaert families including Standard, Triumph, Trek, DF, SSP, SX, Comfort, Classic Sport, Ranger, Prime Fit, Meister, Concave, and others.

One example is the Kerckhaert Standard Extra, a wide-web, one-shape steel shoe offered in multiple sizes for farriers looking for a versatile steel pattern.

Grand Circuit Steel Horseshoes

Well-Shod also carries an extensive selection of Grand Circuit steel horseshoes. The Grand Circuit steel lineup includes Shapers in front and hind patterns along with clipped, unclipped, rim, and lighter-weight configurations.

Farriers looking for a straightforward front pattern can explore the Grand Circuit Shapers Front family, with related Shapers options available throughout the Grand Circuit category.

St. Croix, Mustad, Kahn Forge & Delta Steel Shoes

St. Croix Forge steel horseshoes include Plain, Lite, Rim, Advantage, Crossover, Eventer, Concord, Sure Fit, heeled, pony, mule, and other steel patterns. These families give farriers options ranging from basic keg shoes to more specialized sport and work-horse configurations.

The St. Croix Concord Steel family is one of several dedicated St. Croix shoe lines available through Well-Shod.

Well-Shod also carries Mustad steel horseshoes, including Dynamic, Equi-Librium, Libero, concave, and sport-shoe families. Farriers can explore the Mustad Dynamic range for additional front and hind steel options.

Our Kahn Forge steel horseshoes include Certifier, Core, Kegger, Leap, Omni, Plain, Quest, Concave, and other professional shoe families. The Kahn Certifier range includes multiple front and hind configurations for farriers comparing different dimensions and clip options.

Delta steel horseshoes provide additional keg and performance options, including the Delta Keg family.

Front, Hind & Universal Steel Horseshoe Patterns

Steel horseshoes are available in dedicated front patterns, dedicated hind patterns, and universal or keg shapes. Front patterns generally begin with a broader, rounder shape, while hind patterns are typically narrower through the toe and quarters. Universal patterns give the farrier a more neutral starting shape that can be modified to fit either foot when appropriate.

Factory shape is only the starting point. Final selection and fitting should be based on the individual hoof, the amount of modification required, nail placement, stock dimensions, and the intended shoeing application.

Clipped & Unclipped Steel Horseshoes

Many steel horseshoe families are available in both clipped and unclipped versions. Factory-clipped shoes may use toe, side, or quarter-style clip configurations depending on the manufacturer and shoe design, while unclipped shoes allow the farrier to work without an integrated factory clip.

Clip location, size, number, and style vary considerably between shoe families. Farriers should compare the actual manufacturer configuration rather than assuming all clipped shoes use the same clip placement.

Plain, Rim & Concave Steel Horseshoes

Ground-surface and crease design are another major difference between steel horseshoes. Plain and traditionally creased shoes provide familiar everyday patterns, while rim and concave designs offer different profiles for farriers who require additional ground-surface characteristics or specific nail-placement options.

Well-Shod carries rim and concave styles across several major manufacturers, including Kerckhaert, Kahn Forge, Mustad, Vulcan, Grand Circuit, St. Croix, and other professional horseshoe brands.

Steel Bar Shoes

Steel bar horseshoes use a closed-heel configuration and are available in multiple shapes and support designs. Well-Shod carries straight bars, egg bars, heart bars, and other specialty bar-shoe patterns from Kerckhaert, Jim Blurton, Delta/Mustad, Vulcan, Werkman, VFT, and additional manufacturers.

Bar-shoe geometry varies significantly from one design to another, so the shoe should be chosen according to the individual hoof and intended farrier application rather than treating all bar shoes as interchangeable.

Sliding Plates for Western Performance Horses

Sliding plates are specialized hind shoes used in Western performance disciplines where a controlled slide is part of the horse's maneuver. Width, stock thickness, heel design, nail pattern, and overall plate shape vary by model.

Well-Shod carries sliding plates from Kerckhaert, Double S, Anvil Brand, EDSS, Visani, and other manufacturers. The Kerckhaert Pride Sliding Plates category includes multiple widths, sizes, and front-to-back pattern options for professional reiners and farriers.

Borium, Studs & Horseshoe Traction

Some horses and working conditions require additional traction beyond the standard ground surface of the shoe. Well-Shod carries borium horseshoes along with horseshoe studs and traction supplies.

Traction options include studs, pins, traction rods, drill-and-tap supplies, and shoes manufactured with traction features already incorporated. The appropriate system depends on the surface, discipline, shoe, and applicable competition or association rules.

Choosing the Right Steel Horseshoe

Choosing a steel horseshoe involves more than matching a number stamped on the shoe. Farriers may need to compare front or hind pattern, hoof dimensions, stock width and thickness, clips, nail pattern, crease style, heel shape, ground-surface design, traction requirements, discipline, and how much modification will be required before fitting.

Starting with a factory pattern that closely matches the hoof and intended application can reduce unnecessary shaping while still giving the farrier the ability to make final adjustments at the anvil.