Olympia Farrier Supply

08/13/2025

Serving the hardworking horse community of Northwest Washington, we’re your one-stop shop for top-tier farrier equipment, hoof care supplies, and forging essentials. From anvils and tongs to boots and premium horseshoes, we carry trusted brands like St. Croix, Kerckhaert, and Delta. Order today at (360) 786-6575 to order.

08/12/2025

08/11/2025

Whether you’re trimming, shoeing, or forging, we’re here with quality gear, expert advice, and a dedication to customer service that’s all about building lasting relationships. Stop in and see why farriers across Western Washington trust us to keep them equipped and ready. Stop in or call (360) 786-6575 to place your order with us.

08/09/2025

I went to the Velocity drill teams Welcome Wednesday practice this last week at the Flying M. I set up a table to show we carry items for horse owners too, not just farriers.. The practices are for new people to come check out the team to join or just to come ride with them. They will be going on through August. There are quite a few drill teams in our area. Fun thing to get involved in.

08/09/2025

We ran down to the Willamette Valley contest put on by the Oregon Farriers Association; Dusty Franklin was the judge. They had a good turnout. It was great to see farriers trying to better their skills. We also sponsored a buckle.

08/09/2025

Did you know? Hot forging tools, like anvils, hammers, and tongs, have been essential to farriers for centuries because heating and shaping the shoe allows for a precise, custom fit to each horse’s hoof -- improving comfort and performance. Quality tools help ensure quality results! Drop in today and contact us at (360) 786-6575 to learn more.

08/07/2025

It’s almost go time! Registration and set up starts at 7 am Friday. Eagle eye starts at 8am. Saturday will start at 8 am with the two man class. If you’re wanting to set up tomorrow, Charlie will be onsite from ~4:30-6. Shoot her a text if you’re planning on coming tomorrow. 541-914-6352. We look forward to seeing everyone!

08/05/2025

**Tariff Clarity?**

Let's just say the tariff situation is still about as clear as mud! 🤔 We thought a post, to share our perspective on where we are, might be helpful in understanding the pressures of the tariffs on the farrier industry.

All of the recent news has focused on "Reciprocal" tariffs that now seem to range from 10% to at least 50%, depending on country of origin. There is absolutely no consistency to the Reciprocal tariff levels. It's important to note these Reciprocal tariffs are not the ones creating the big impact on steel and aluminum horseshoes and nails. However, they do impact a wide variety of other items used in the farrier trade, including; tools, pads, hoof care products, and the bulk of the imported non-horseshoe and nail products that you may use in your work.

The more damaging tariffs for the farrier industry are the ones known as Section 301 and 232 (National Security?) tariffs. They are rarely mentioned in all the discussion about Reciprocal tariffs. At this time, steel and aluminum horseshoes and horseshoe nails from almost all countries are tagged with 50% or higher tariffs. Unfortunately, there is little to no public information as to whether these tariffs are going to be lowered or stick going forward. Just to provide some perspective, we've seen documentation through the years that shoes, nails and rasps are somewhere in the range of 75-85% of all products sold in the farrier industry so those tariffs are the most harmful to our costs and yours.

is in the same predicament as numerous other importers of farrier products. Along with our key vendor, , we have absorbed significant costs of the tariffs despite applying some surcharges to help mitigate the impact on our ability to continue providing products needed to service the market. All the while, waiting and hoping we will eventually see the 301 and 232 tariffs reduced, so costs of the steel and aluminum products used every day in the farrier market do not have to increase, but can be reduced. However, Kerckhaert and FPD will not compromise their high standard for quality, regardless of the tariffs. Farriers can trust the products we carry in our program will continue to be reliable and available!

It is also noteworthy that even the domestic manufacturers, down to only one major steel shoe manufacturer and one rasp manufacturer, have seen their raw material costs increase as a result of the tariffs. No major aluminum shoe or horseshoe nail manufacturers remain in the US and, even if feasible, it could take years to change that dynamic.

Let's all hope for relief from tariffs.🤞

08/02/2025

Here are some of the shoes for the Fall FAWS NW Triple Crown Contest
Intermediate
Class 1 60 min
Pair of plainstamped hinds
11 1/4 3/8×3/4
Quarter clipped 6 E4 nails
hammerfinished
Pair of concave fronts
11 3/4. 3/8×3/4
Toe clipped 6 E4 nails

Class 2 60 min
Lateral support hind
12 1/2 3/8×7/8 concave
7 E4 nails bob punched quarterclips
Double caulkin hind
12 1/2×3/4
Plainstamp E4 Nails
Hammer finished

Open
Class 1 60 min
Pair of concave hunter heel front
12 1/2 3/8×7/8
7 E4 nails
Bob punched toe clip

Pair of 3/4 fullered hinds
12 1/4 3/8×3/4
Quarter clipped 6 E4 nails
Hammerfinished

Class 2 60 min
Concave front
13 3/4×3/8 flat
Toe clipped 7 E4 nails
Hammerfinished no blocks

Pony french hind
7 1/2 1/4×1
5 E2 nail