Advice on Clippers

[nico]

I am looking to replace the pair of clippers I use and am looking for recommendations from anyone who has some experience with different types. What do you recommend and why? Does anyone have any feedback on what clippers to stay away from and why? What are your thoughts on cordless?

Thanks for your help.



[ March 26, 2004, 06:37 PM: Message edited by: roonie ]

[erdog3]

I went from Sunbeam/Oster clippers to a new set of Wahl. The Sunbeam went, and went like a little trojan for years, they were noisy and became very hot in the end, as their parts wore out they interferred with the performance of the blade but for overall life they were excellent.
The Wahl were much quieter and I found the blades to be smoother and freer flowing. The blades were the same as they were interchangeable with the clippers, which is another swaying point, as blades cost around Aus$50 +. As I was running my own business I did not go for cordless as they were not heavy duty enough. Depends if you are just clipping one dog 2-3 times a year or running a business.

[Ken Nielsen]

Andis. They cost more, but they are a professional tool with lots of nice blades to choose from.

Here is a site I like for reference to the blades:

http://www.completeclipperservice.com/andis.htm

[ April 29, 2004, 11:02 AM: Message edited by: Ken Nielsen ]

[sander]

I have used oster and am now using andis. Both are good quality clippers, the andis however are less expensive.

These are both commerical clippers avoid the sets you see that have the plastic clipper blades, metal blades are the way to go.

Sander

[southerngroomer]

I love mu Oster clippers. Stay away from ceramic blades (they do not sharpen well) I buy the most expensive blades I can afford, they really do the best job.

[Four-footed Mom]

I am not a professional groomer, just do my own three poodles at home, but I have had a basic Oster clipper and moved up to an Andis Two Speed at the recommendation of a professional and love them! Blades are very easy to change and there is a great selection to help with any type of grooming. I love the long ( 1/2") cut blade for doing a rough cut on head and legs before shaping with scissors for my kids. That cuts down the time they have to spend being clipped. Also, remember to keep the blades oiled as this will cut down on wear.

[Moo]

Wow, post from the dead.... and how in god's name would you clip an entire dog with tweezers?

[Dax]

booboo - do you or does your mother groom the dogs? What kind of dogs do you have and how old are they?

[erdog3]

BooBoo your comment is just plain stupid, does not warrant being left posted.

[erdog3]

Fluffy Muffin...BooBoo whatever, your comment is now just as stupid.