Switched to a new rasp style on a tough quarter crack job

Got called out to a barn near Springfield for a standard quarter crack repair last month. The horse was a big draft cross, and the crack was deep. I usually stick with my old Heller rasps, but my supplier was out, so I grabbed a different brand, a 'Fine Cut' model they said was just as good. Started working it, and the feel was totally off, way too grabby on the hoof wall. Instead of a smooth finish, it was leaving little chatter marks I had to spend extra time fixing. Took me almost an hour longer than it should have, and I was sweating bullets trying not to take off too much hoof. Learned that even a small change in tool teeth can throw off your whole rhythm on a detailed job. What's your go-to rasp for clean finish work on cracks?

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linda11429d ago

Ugh, that's why I never switch brands mid-job.

kelly63829d ago

Ever try mixing brands and end up with a weird finish? I get why @linda114 sticks to one. Last time I switched paint halfway, the colors dried totally different. It looked patchy and I had to start over.

caleb_fisher4428d ago

Wait, is the problem really about mixing brands or is it about mixing paint types? Because I've used two different brands of the same paint type, like both being flat interior, and it was fine. The real trouble comes when you mix a flat with a satin, even from the same brand. The sheen will dry totally different and look patchy.