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Jim and Allan Ferrie started J&A Ferrie in 1982 shoeing all types of horse and supplying farriers locally with shoes and nails. They have both attained Worshipful Company of Farrier Fellowship status and have been appointed Examiners and Approved Judges of the Company.
They were both recognised this year by the Scottish Equestrian Association in recognition of their contribution to the Equine Industry and were delighted to accept their award at the Scottish Parliament Buildings at a reception in November 2008. They can be seen below with their awards and the Scottish Minister for the Environment, Michael Russell.
Both brothers are members of the International Horseshoeing Hall of Fame which is sponsored by American Farrier's Journal and the Kentucky Derby Museum. This is in recognition of Distinguished Accomplishments, Achievements and Contribution in advancing the Farrier Industry. All members of the Hall of Fame are honoured and respected by their fellow farriers and have been nominated by farriers, students, teachers, horse-owners and vets.
Both highly driven by nature, they have competed nationally and internationally, regularly attending the World Championship Blacksmith Competition in Calgary, Alberta and following the American Farriers Contest to various locations in the US.
Lecturing and forging demonstrations worldwide give the brothers little time for leisure, but when possible salmon fishing is top of the list.
The Farrier Supply arm is continuing to grow and both Jim and Allan see that developing the European Farrier market is the way forward. They are ably supported by G.E. and will continue to develop their own range of tools and concave horseshoes.
Sales Manager, Alan Murdoch, is responsible for the day-to-day running of the supply business and is supported by Jill Ferrie. They will both be happy to answer any queries
you may have.
The Stores
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