As the holiday season approaches, finding the perfect Christmas gift for the farmers in your life can be a rewarding challenge. This year, consider innovative and durable solutions from May Wes Manufacturing, an American pioneer in aftermarket poly wear products for agricultural equipment. With a commitment to enhancing the performance and longevity of farming machinery, May Wes offers a diverse range of high quality products that make thoughtful and practical gifts. From air filter blasters to poly cutting edges, this article will explore 15 Christmas gift ideas for the farmer in your life, all available from May Wes Manufacturing.
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Air Filter Blaster Complete Kit with 6” Rotor Included:
This is one of the only tools you’ll ever buy that will pay for itself the first day you have it. The leading cause of fuel consumption, engine damage and turbo damage is air filters. May Wes provides an efficient solution with the Air Filter Blaster Complete Kit. This innovative tool cleans air filters with an even distribution of air, ensuring optimal engine performance and longevity. We also offer additional rotor sizes from 3” up to 9” to accommodate just about any filter on the market.
Kit price: $299
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Skid Loader Hitch Receiver:
For farmers with skid loaders, a Skid Hitch is a versatile and practical gift. Move trailers around the farmyard quickly and easily with this handy skid loader attachment. The Skid Hitch is a universal attachment that will fit on every model and make of skid loader. Lightweight and easy to install and remove, it fits right in your truck toolbox! 2” standard receiver and ball hitch not included.
Price: $185
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Snoot Boots for Corn Heads:
The highly visible Snoot Boots from May Wes make it easier for you to find row centers in adverse weather conditions. The slick surface also aids in preventing trash build-up. These Snoot Boots easily slide on and snap over your existing points. Available for Case IH, New Holland and John Deere corn heads.
Price: $13.25 – $17.55 each
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Snout Savers for Corn Heads:
Extend the life of corn head snouts with May Wes’ Snout Savers. The curved design lifts the point of the snout just off the ground, preventing the operator from driving that tip into the dirt and crumpling the snout. Hardware is included.
Price: $26 each
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Hay Knife for Removing Bale Wraps:
Make the task of removing bale wraps easier with May Wes’ Hay Knife. This durable tool cuts twine, mesh, plastic wrap, feed bags and more. The Hay Knife’s 30” length and hooked end makes grabbing material quick and easy.
Price: $30 each
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Poly Pickup Bands for Hay Forage:
Upgrade your hay baler with May Wes’ Poly Pickup Bands. These durable poly bands maintain their shape and will not bend or break when struck by objects in the field. Plus, they eliminate that metal-on-metal clatter, making the cab ride much quieter and more comfortable. You can replace just the broken metal pickup bands or outfit your entire baler with Poly Pickup Bands.
Price: $22.50 – $29.95 each (varies by model)
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Draw Bar Savers for Tractors:
Pulling implements can wear out your tractor’s drawbar. Protect your draw bars and hitches from metal-on-metal friction with May Wes’ Draw Bar Savers. Made from slick UHMW poly known for its durability and wear resistance, extend the life of your tractor’s drawbar for as little as $6.30.
Price: $6.30 – $20.00 each
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UHMW Poly Cutting Edges for Buckets and Plows:
Protect concrete and asphalt from plow damage with a Poly Cutting Edge from May Wes. Our Poly Cutting Edges are custom cut to fit any model of snowplow blade, skid loader bucket, truck or ATV plow and more. Made from slick and durable UHMW, Poly Cutting Edges ensure effective snow removal without damaging smooth paved surfaces, making it an ideal gift for winter.
Starting at $2.00/running inch
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5-Finger Quick Tines:
When dealing with short crops and drought years, the 5-Finger Quick Tines from May Wes will feed more bushels of crop into your combine. Our quick-attach design slips over the existing finger quickly and securely, no tools or hardware needed for installation. Designed for use in soybeans, wheat, chickpeas, lupins and flax.
10-pack kit: $64.20 – $76.40 (varies by model)
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Retractable Poly Fingers for Grain Heads:
Enhance the efficiency of grain harvesting with May Wes’ Retractable Poly Fingers. These durable and flexible fingers improve crop flow and reduce repair costs. Broken metal fingers can do costly damage to the drum and thresher system. The advantage poly fingers have over metal is when they eventually break, the poly will disintegrate as it passes through the combine and will not damage the internal working parts like rotors and cylinders.
12-pack kit: $191 – $215 (varies by model)
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SeedRight Seed Plates for Planting:
Transform your planter to plant cover crops and small grains with SeedRight’s patented seed plates available from May Wes. Expand your planter’s capability and get more use out of that expensive piece of equipment. SeedRight seed plates are available for John Deere, Kinze and Precision Planting planters.
Price: $35 – $54 each
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Kernel Keeper for Corn Heads:
May Wes offers the Kernel Keeper to help farmers save more kernels during corn harvest. The Kernel Keeper rails reduce shelling by cushioning ears on impact, and the included brushes guide loose kernels into the auger bed. Priced at $195 per row, save over $500 per row vs the competing products on the market. This gift is a thoughtful investment in a farmer’s long-term success.
Kit Price: $195 per row
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DU-HA Storage Devices:
Practical storage solutions are always appreciated on the farm. DU-HA Storage Devices provide secure storage options for tools and equipment in a single easy-access, out-of-sight place under the seat of your truck. DU-HAs are made for the make and model of your truck so the fit is perfect.
Price: $200 – $400 (varies by model)
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Molded Cutterbar Skid Shoes for Case IH, New Holland and MacDon Drapers:
May Wes’ Cutterbar Skid Shoes are manufactured from slick and durable 3/8” thick UHMW poly. These durable skid shoes reduce friction and prevent premature wear, ensuring a longer lifespan for your cutterbar. Measuring 6” x 6.5”, May Wes’ Cutterbar Skid Shoes are a cost effective replacement for the OEM part. Compatible with Case IH, New Holland and MacDon Drapers.
10-pack price: $105
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Rapid Drain Filter Tile Inlet for Planting:
May Wes’ Rapid Drain Filter Tile Inlet is a game-changer for field drainage. Its patented no-clog design allows for maximum tile flow at minimum depths, ensuring optimal soil conditions for crops. The design allows for a more uniform free flow of water into the tile and is self-cleaning. High visibility yellow can be easily seen as a marker for underground location.
Price: $43 – $50 each
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This Christmas, give the gift of innovation and durability to the farmers in your life with May Wes Manufacturing’s aftermarket poly wear products. From tools that increase efficiency to accessories that prolong the lifespan of equipment, May Wes has you covered. Choose a gift from this list, and you’ll not only make the holiday season special but also contribute to the success and longevity of the farming operation. Happy holidays!
Prices listed in this article are subject to change. Prices are listed in USD and do not include freight charges.
