Metallic-sounding plastic horseshoes

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1989-05-03

1990-09-18

Swiatek, Robert P.

Farriery

Shoes

168DIG1, 273427, A01L 500

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049571680

ABSTRACT:
A horseshoe molded of a new high impact, high temperature resistant polyphenylene sulfide resin that possesses the unique property of possessing a metallic sound indistinguishable from metal horeshoes. The metallic-sounding plastic horseshoes may be attached to a hoof either by nails or by means of a newer species of super-adhesives. The new metallic-sounding polymer horseshoes have a special advantages over regular metal horseshoes. The new horseshoes are about one-sixth the weight of equivalent size metal horseshoes. They can be adjusted in size and shape by means of heating at or about 450.degree. F. and adjusting of the size and shape to fit the hoof. They possess unique chemical, abrasion, and shock resistance. Their lightweight, metal appearance, and metallic sound make them most suitable for sportswear; also, children and the elderly may now enjoy this healthful sport.

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