Indestructible Buckets & Pitchforks by K&D Equestrian

Fomby has continued his father’s legacy by taking over the business and continuing the operations

Sick of replacing cracked buckets and broken pitchforks every winter?

Reviewed by Ann Pruitt, InfoHorse.com · Updated April 2026

K&D Equestrian KD-120 20 Qt Platinum Line flat back horse bucket with metal rim

Fomby has continued his father’s legacy by taking over the business and continuing the operations to this day. K&Dand their employees take great pride in the products that they manufacture and sale. Every product that is shipped out the door goes through extreme testing in the facilities and also in the field.

Indestructible Buckets & Pitchforks by K&D Equestrian
Indestructible Buckets & Pitchforks by K&D Equestrian. But we don't stop there, you can find all kinds of accesories for tack, feeders, mounting stools and so much more!

About K & D Equestrian

K&D Equestrian was founded in 1983 by K.A. Fomby. Since his passing in 2011, his son K.R. Fomby has continued his father’s legacy by taking over the business and continuing the operations to this day. K&D and their employees take great pride in the products that they manufacture and sale. Every product that is shipped out the door goes through extreme testing in the facilities and also in the field. K.R. being a horse owner himself has firsthand experience in using these products every day, if asked he would tell you “They are built Cowboy Tough”. K&D is more than just another bucket, fork, brush, or feed tub; they are a family, and they want you to be a part of it along with many others who have tried and loved their products.

K & D Equestrian- "Horse People Serving The Needs of Horse People"

K&D Equestrian products are developed and tested at the family's F-Bar Ranch, right here in Gainesville, Texas. K&D Equestrian has provided what we believe to be the best quality equine products on the market. Our focus and our goal is to continue in this tradition; our products are designed by horsemen for horse men and women. You can be sure that every K&D Equestrian product that meets our exacting standards, will meet yours. We use these products every day on OUR horse farm and we know you will enjoy them for your horses too!

Is It True That Our Forks and Rakes Are Nearly Indestructible?
YES! Bottom line— our pitch forks and rakes Last! Our Rakes and Forks are made from a more rigid high impact material that gives it the qualities of strength and durability as well. We have tested these forks in harsh conditions and they have all preformed well. The cold frozen grounds to not bother them as well as the blistering heat that we find here in Texas. These forks and rakes will be a welcome ’surprise’ to clients, who have never used them before, because they are so extremely durable and well built!

Is It True That K & D Equestrian Also Makes Highly Durable Buckets?

YES! Being Nearly indestructible is not something that we normally advertise , but these buckets are made out of the same material and these materials are aircraft grade. All of our Silver Line Buckets and Platinum Line Buckets have very high impact ratings. If you watch our strength and durability video (shown below— we will insert below when we load this) you will see that we do put these buckets to the test to show all these great qualities. Can they be broken? The answer to this is anything can be broken with the right mind set, but for normal conditions and used properly these buckets can last long periods of time without replacement.

What Is The Difference Between The Silver Line and the Platinum Line?

Our Platinum Line was designed by the Professional Horsemen for the Professional Horsemen. These buckets and feeders are not your normal everyday products. The thick -walled design is made of our high impact plastic. Platinum line products are cold weather resistant and are very durable when used in the correct way. Professionals rely on these products as tools of their trade and cannot afford to replace buckets and feeders every month or so. With the K&D Platinum Line, replacements are not necessary. Many of our clients say these buckets have lasted 15+ year!

Our Silver Line of buckets are the toughest on the market today. These Buckets are made with a durable high impact material and will stand the test of time. The Silver line buckets are our lighter more user friendly bucket made for transporting feed and water to its final destination.

What About Additional Grooming Products?

K & D Equestrian offers a wide variety of well made Grooming Products! From Brushes to Totes, to Stools, to Combs and more! The grooming Brush/ Palm Brush is a great product for all walks of life. We have use these brushes on our horses, dogs, cats, and even humans! The two piece design brush allows us to mold the handle out of a tuff rigid material while the bristle is made out of a softer gentler material so that it does not hurt the skin of the animal or person using the brush. The Grooming Stool is a great product as it is a tote for all your grooming needs as well as it can fit a quart size bottle of your favorite hoof liniment, and also work as a mounting block to give a boost onto your horse. The Sweat Scraper works well when shedding water or sweat off of your animal. It also works great for shedding hair without using sharp blades that could damage the horsed coat and or skin.

How Long Do Orders Take To Ship Out ?

Our shipping is fairly quick comparatively. We used a standard 4-6 week lead time, but most orders are shipped within 10 day of receiving the a purchase order. We do not typically do back orders, but we do offer drop shipping for a small $5.00 fee. We do offer a free shipping program for our dealer customers to take advantage of for orders over $1,000. We also are flexable on orders as we do not have case quantity orders or minimums.

Order Your Durable, Long Lasting Stable Products At K & D Equestrian Today!

There are many places to buy buckets, pitch forks, rakes and grooming products— and, expect to buy them again perhaps in 6 months to a year. Few things are more frustrating than a cracked bucket, broken pitchfork and grooming products that just fall apart or break. At K&D Equestrian, you won’t have those problems. Our equipment is Built TO Last and the Longest Lasting on the market today! Once you use our products, you won’t want to buy anywhere else, because you won’t be satisfied anymore with second best. Call us today and we’ll gladly help you with your order. Our prices are very reasonable and you’ll love everything we make!

What does K&D Equestrian actually build?

K&D Equestrian manufactures heavy-duty barn gear engineered to outlast the abuse of a working stable: flat-back water buckets, feed tubs, corner feeders, pan and mineral feeders, stall forks, rakes, grooming brushes, and specialty storage. The line splits into two tiers — the heavy-duty Platinum Line built for high-traffic barns and the value-priced Silver Line for moderate use. As the company puts it, "This is not decorative equipment. These are tools built to be used hard, cleaned often, and trusted year after year."

K&D Equestrian KD-121 Platinum Line heavy-duty horse feed tub

Who makes K&D Equestrian gear?

K&D Equestrian was founded in 1983 by K.A. Fomby and is run today by the Fomby family from their family-owned F-Bar Ranch in Gainesville, Texas. Every product is "designed and tested by real horsemen at our family-owned F-Bar Ranch," and design decisions are "driven by what breaks, what wears out, and what wastes time in real barns." The brand sums up its standard simply: "If it won't last on the ranch, it won't wear the K&D brand."

K&D Equestrian KD-136 Platinum Line corner feeder for horse stalls

Why the buckets resist cracking, kicking, and cold
The Platinum Line uses thick-walled, high-impact construction with a one-piece perimeter metal ring, built specifically for barns "where buckets get kicked, dragged, slammed." K&D points out that "weak buckets create friction. They crack, split, warp, or fail" — and answers with cold-weather-resistant plastics and UV-safe, chemical-free materials engineered to "keep showing up long after the competition cracks, breaks, or flakes out." The flagship KD-120 20 Qt Flat Back Bucket pairs that durability with a Mane & Tail Saver design.

K&D Equestrian KD-168 Platinum Line heavy-duty pan feeder for horses

The stall forks and rakes built to flex, not snap
K&D forks and rakes are molded from a more rigid high-impact material that gives them strength and durability while keeping a "useful flex" for mixed bedding. The full-size KD-115 Stall Fork runs $19.99, with the KD-135 Mini Fork at $17.99, the KD-139 Mini Trailer Fork at $16.99, and the KD-140 Kiddie Fork from $15.99. Smart tine spacing lets clean shavings sift back through while the waste stays on the fork — closer control for pelleted bedding, wider strength-and-spacing for straw.

Replacement parts that save you a whole new tool

Rather than tossing a fork when the head wears out, K&D sells the parts separately: the KD-115 HD Stall Fork Head from $12.00, the KD-133 HD Rake Head at $12.99, the Mini Fork Replacement Head (KD-135/139/140) from $12.99, and a Stall Fork Replacement Handle at $9.99. On the feed side, the KD-122 Feed Saver Ring ($7.99) snaps into tubs to cut waste. This repair-don't-replace approach reflects the "Built once. Used hard." philosophy.

How to buy and what's promised

Order direct at kdequestrian.com, where most orders ship in 1 to 2 business days, or find K&D through its dealer network of tack shops and farm stores. The company backs its gear with a plain-spoken promise: "If it is not right, we will make it right," with a full refund policy available. Reach them at (940) 665-7776 or by mail at 4450 W. Hwy 82, Gainesville, TX 76240.

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What does K&D Equestrian make?

K&D Equestrian manufactures durable barn and stable products built to last rather than be replaced again in six months to a year. Their lineup includes buckets, feed tubs, pitchforks and rakes, grooming brushes, totes, combs, and mounting stools. They describe themselves as more than just another bucket, fork, brush, or feed tub maker, and their products are designed by horsemen for horse men and women.

Are K&D's pitchforks and rakes really nearly indestructible?

K&D says yes. Their rakes and forks are made from a more rigid, high-impact material that gives them strength and durability, and they have been tested in harsh conditions and all performed well. Cold frozen ground does not bother them, nor does the blistering Texas heat, and the company says they are so durable and well built that first-time users find them a welcome surprise.

What is the difference between the Silver Line and Platinum Line buckets?

The Platinum Line was designed by professional horsemen for professional horsemen, with a thick-walled, cold-weather-resistant design made of high-impact plastic for pros who cannot afford to replace buckets and feeders every month; many clients say these buckets have lasted 15+ years. The Silver Line is the lighter, more user-friendly bucket made with a durable high-impact material for transporting feed and water. Both lines carry very high impact ratings.

How long do K&D buckets last, and can they break?

K&D buckets are made from the same aircraft-grade, high-impact material as their forks and carry very high impact ratings, and many Platinum Line customers report 15+ years of use. The company is candid that anything can be broken with the right mindset, but under normal conditions and used properly these buckets last long periods of time without replacement. They put the buckets to the test in a strength and durability video to demonstrate these qualities.

What grooming products does K&D Equestrian offer?

K&D offers a wide variety of grooming products including brushes, totes, stools, and combs. The two-piece Palm Brush molds a tough, rigid handle with a softer, gentler bristle so it won't hurt the skin of the animal or person. The Grooming Stool doubles as a tote and a mounting block and fits a quart-size bottle of hoof liniment, and the Sweat Scraper sheds water or sweat and also removes loose hair without sharp blades that could damage a horse's coat or skin.

How quickly does K&D Equestrian ship orders?

K&D uses a standard 4-6 week lead time, but most orders ship within 10 days of receiving a purchase order. They do not typically do back orders, and they are flexible because there are no case-quantity orders or minimums. Drop shipping is available for a small $5.00 fee, and dealer customers can take advantage of a free shipping program on orders over $1,000.

Where are K&D Equestrian products made and tested?

K&D Equestrian was founded in 1983 by K.A. Fomby, and since his passing in 2011 his son K.R. Fomby has continued the family business. Products are developed and tested at the family's F-Bar Ranch in Gainesville, Texas, where K.R., a horse owner himself, uses them every day. Every product that ships goes through extreme testing in the facilities and in the field, and the company sums up its standard with the line that they are built Cowboy Tough.

How do I order from K&D Equestrian?

If you are tired of cracked buckets, broken pitchforks, and grooming tools that fall apart, K&D's equipment is built to last and the company says you won't be satisfied with second best afterward. Call them at 940-665-7776 and they'll gladly help with your order, or browse the full range of buckets, forks, rakes, and grooming products at kdequestrian.com. You can also reach them by email at [email protected].

Who makes Indestructible Buckets & Pitchforks?

They are made by K&D Equestrian LLC, a family-owned manufacturer founded in 1983 by K.A. Fomby. The company is run today by the Fomby family and operates out of the F-Bar Ranch in Gainesville, Texas. Every product is designed and tested by working horsemen on that ranch before it carries the K&D brand.

What makes K&D buckets 'indestructible'?

The Platinum Line buckets use thick-walled, high-impact construction reinforced with a one-piece perimeter metal ring. They are molded from cold-weather-resistant, UV-safe plastics built for barns where buckets get kicked, dragged, and slammed. As K&D says, weak buckets crack, split, warp, or fail — these are engineered to keep showing up long after cheaper buckets break.

What is the difference between the Platinum Line and the Silver Line?

The Platinum Line is K&D's heavy-duty tier, built for high-traffic barns, training facilities, and hard daily use. The Silver Line is the value-priced tier intended for moderate use. For example, the Platinum KD-120 20 Qt Flat Back Bucket runs $16.99 to $22.99, while a Silver Line 18 Qt flat back (KD-120E) starts around $8.49.

What stall forks does K&D Equestrian offer?

K&D makes a full range of forks: the full-size KD-115 Stall Fork ($19.99), the KD-135 Mini Fork ($17.99), the KD-139 Mini Trailer Fork ($16.99), and the KD-140 Kiddie Fork (from $15.99). They also offer matching rakes. Each is designed for a specific job, from full stall cleanup to trailers and kid-sized chores.

What material are the pitchforks made of?

K&D forks and rakes are molded from a rigid, high-impact material that gives them strength and durability while retaining a useful amount of flex. That flex lets the tines work through mixed bedding without snapping. The tine spacing is engineered so clean shavings sift back through while waste stays on the fork.

Can I replace just the fork head instead of buying a new fork?

Yes. K&D sells replacement parts so you don't have to discard a whole tool. The KD-115 HD Stall Fork Head starts at $12.00, the KD-133 HD Rake Head is $12.99, the Mini Fork Replacement Head (fits KD-135/139/140) starts at $12.99, and a Stall Fork Replacement Handle is $9.99.

How much do K&D water buckets cost?

The flagship KD-120 20 Qt Platinum Line Flat Back Horse Bucket is priced from $16.99 to $22.99. The KD-121 Platinum Line Feed Tub runs $15.99 to $21.99, and the KD-136 Platinum Line Corner Feeder is $16.99 to $22.99. Smaller Silver Line buckets like the KD-154 8 Qt flat back start around $4.99.

Does the KD-120 bucket protect a horse's mane and tail?

Yes. The KD-120 20 Qt Flat Back Bucket is built with a Mane & Tail Saver design, in addition to its thick-walled construction and one-piece perimeter metal ring. The flat back lets it sit flush against a wall or panel for stable mounting.

What feeders does K&D make?

Beyond buckets, K&D offers the KD-121 Platinum Line Feed Tub, the KD-136 Corner Feeder, the KD-168 Platinum Line Pan Feeder ($18.99), the KD-172 Mineral Feeder ($19.99), and a no-tip ground feeder (KD-173). The KD-122 Feed Saver Ring ($7.99) is a snap-in accessory designed to cut feed waste.

Are K&D Equestrian products made in the USA?

K&D describes its gear as designed, sourced, and built in the USA by horsemen who use the equipment every day. The company is headquartered in Gainesville, Texas, and tests its products on its family-owned F-Bar Ranch. Design decisions are driven by what actually breaks and wears out in real working barns.

How do I choose the right stall fork for my bedding?

K&D recommends matching tine spacing to your bedding type. Wood shavings need controlled spacing that catches waste without throwing away clean bedding; pelleted bedding benefits from closer control to hold wet spots together; and straw needs strength and spacing to reduce clogging. The company's Bucket Matchmaker and product guides help match the right tool to the job.

What is the F-Bar Ranch?

The F-Bar Ranch is K&D Equestrian's family-owned ranch in Gainesville, Texas, where every product is designed and field-tested. Rather than relying on laboratory conditions, K&D proves its gear in real ranch, trailer, and stall use. As the company puts it, if it won't last on the ranch, it won't wear the K&D brand.

Does K&D offer a guarantee or return policy?

Yes. K&D backs its products with a straightforward promise: 'If it is not right, we will make it right,' with a full refund policy available. The brand positions itself against gimmicks and fragile plastic, emphasizing gear that survives the ranch, the trailer, and the stall.

How fast does K&D Equestrian ship?

Most orders ship in 1 to 2 business days when you order directly from kdequestrian.com. You can also find K&D products through its dealer network of tack shops and farm stores, supported by a dealer locator on the website.

How can I contact K&D Equestrian?

You can reach K&D Equestrian by phone at (940) 665-7776. Their physical address is 4450 W. Hwy 82, Gainesville, TX 76240, with a mailing address of P.O. Box 636, Gainesville, TX 76241. Orders and product guides are available online at kdequestrian.com.

Does K&D make grooming and pet products too?

Yes. Beyond buckets and forks, K&D offers grooming gear such as a palm-grip grooming brush (KD-125) and a two-piece dog bowl (KD-138). The site also carries specialty storage like hat boxes, rope cans, and boot jacks, plus a curated selection of partner products including Draw It Out and ShowBarn Secret SuperClean.

Can a K&D fork or rake be used in a horse trailer?

Yes. The KD-139 Mini Trailer Fork ($16.99) and the compact KD-140 Kiddie Fork are sized specifically for trailers, tack rooms, and tight cleanup spaces. Their lighter, balanced design makes them practical for quick pick-outs on the road or for younger riders helping with chores.

Does K&D sell wholesale to retailers?

Yes. K&D Equestrian runs a dealer program with wholesale ordering for tack shops, farm stores, and events. Interested retailers can apply through the dealer application on the website, and customers can use the dealer locator to find stocking stores nearby.