The Ward & Story Hoof Protractor (also commonly referred to as a hoof gauge) is a premium, professional-grade tool used by farriers and veterinarians to measure the precise angle and toe length of a horse's hoof. It is highly regarded for its precision, durability, and hand-calibrated accuracy.

Core Features
High-Quality Construction: Handcrafted in the USA from durable, lightweight, polished high-tensile aircraft-type aluminum.
Precision Calibration: Each gauge is individually calibrated with an accurate precision scale to ensure reliable readings for both horses and ponies.
Two-Point Contact: The measuring arm is designed with a notch that provides two points of contact with the hoof wall, which helps ensure accurate readings even on bowed or bulging feet.
Centering Aids: Includes a built-in pointer designed to align directly with the center of the frog, minimizing human error during measurement.
Simple, No-Spring Design: Unlike some other gauges, it does not use a spring, which farriers often prefer for its simplicity and direct, easy reading.