Clipper Blades

[dgrminis]

Can someone tell me what the best size blade for "general" clipping is? I don't show but I do like to clip off the yearlings or weanlings this time of year as it gets VERY hot and sometimes they just don't shed as fast... And I also clip bridle paths on all my horses. My clippers came with a #10 Wide (brand is Oster if that matters) and I have used it with no issues and liked the way they looked when clipped off but thought I would ask and see if I should be using a different blade or how you know which size is the best?

Thanks for the help.

 

[The Simple Life Farm]

I would suggest a #7, as it will leave enough hair for protection from flies and still give a nice clean clip. Have fun unwrapping all your "surprises".

 

[Scoopiedoo]

We start with a #10 for most everything.

 

[disneyhorse]

A #7 blade is good for a "barn clip" to get winter hair off, and not have to blanket as much or as long while summer coat comes back in.

For showring purposes, a #10 blade is common. Usually horse is clipped up to one week before the show for halter classes in the breed ring.

Andrea

 

[dgrminis]

Thanks for the help.. I will look for a 7 and another 10 for my clippers so I can have them both on hand...