Branding Irons

[zachvu]

Looking at getting a branding iron made for both the dogs and the horses, how big can I reasonably go to be able to fit onto the ear? I've already the process and everything, just need to know how big I can go! (dogs are out huntin with the inlaws or else I'd go measure their ears) Does 3" tall x 2.5" wide sound reasonable??

[houndnem]

who's building your brand? I want to get one made also.

[krk hunting]

It really depends on the size of the dog but I use a 3x2.5 but I like the larger Brands and I use 1/2 inch letters I got mine from L&H Branding Irons. I only do freeze brands and I have found that the alcohol works better than the acetone, just for the fact it gets colder but the pure Alcohol is hard to find in a 90% plus for anymore. Make sure you get the ear clean, dont leave any oils or dirt in branding area it will surely show if you do.

Kevin

[zachvu]

I'm getting mine done by Wes Baker at Pittsburg Foundry. He has good prices, makes deals if you get more than one (like a smaller one for tack, vinyl decals, etc) and will send you a pdf version of the cad file used to mill them. He also completely guarantees satisfaction on all of his work. Seems like a real good guy so far!

[bluesman]

I had an iron made by Pitsburg and it is awsome! Mine is 2.5 x 2.5 and looks good on an ear. they had a draft of the brand back to me the day after I contacted them.

[lepcur]

How much on the pitts. irons?

[bluesman]

I think i payed 70

[zachvu]

Mine's just a little bigger so we can do our horses too and it was $85 with shipping I believe? Same situation with me, a draft of the brand right away, and it was shipped out yesterday so they have a very fast turn time. I'll post a few photos when it arrives / gets used!

[Jordan Run Walkers]

www.lhbrandingirons.com