ICAR Race Track Nippers have a smaller head and a shorter distance from the bolt to the cutting edge than Less leverage is required to cut, making them easier and speedier to close. Made of the highest quality Italian tool steel and drop forged in Italy. These hoof nippers have a long-lived cutting edge and optimized leverage for better cuts with less force.
THE ICAR 12" Race is mechanically nearly identical to the , which is GE's foal nipper. Note that ICAR also makes an .
ICAR is a family-run company founded in 1970 in Italy, with roots going back even further. The company was built on gaining the trust of the best industry professionals. Blending experience with a focus on high-quality hot forging products, and undoubted reliability.
Features:
- Comfortable handles. Quality feel.
- Hot drop forged (hammered & hardened steel)
- Optimized cutting-edge. Thin Sharp Edge.
- Smooth Action Rivet /Bolt Design.
- Race & Mid Size Head ICAR nippers have a 20 mm deep bite. (20% less than the Classic Smithy's for added mechanical advantage).
Size Available:
- 12"
- 14''
Race Nippers (& ICAR Mid Size Nippers) have blades with a single bevel and a 4mm (20%) shallower bite. A sharp, finesse, easy to close on thinner walls. The Race Track blades are 6mm shorter than ICAR's mid sized nipper (55 vs 61 mm).
