disneyhorse
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I will second what afolk said... brand new blades should be soaked in blade wash before use as they are oiled with a protectant (so they stay nice and shiny in the package on the shelf) so they last longer.
I would think a new pair of blades would do more than three body clips on miniature sized animals. I've done a draft horse with one blade.
I personally don't mind the Double K clippers but probably wouldn't go out and buy them. I LOVE my Laube Lazors. They are lightweight and pretty quiet overall. Very versatile clippers. They do get hot, but I simply use two blades and switch back and forth as they get warmed up. I leave the hot pair of blades on the cool pavement to cool down until I need them. Also, clipping a wet horse fresh from a bath helps keep the blades cool and the horse less cranky. I give a good bath and go right for clipping!
For best results, I try to have my clippers serviced once a year. I know I could do it myself but like to have parts replaced as needed. They simply clean and oil in side and replace the lever for the most part, but my set currently needs a new faceplate so I might have to send them in this winter now that show season is done.
Good luck
Andrea
I would think a new pair of blades would do more than three body clips on miniature sized animals. I've done a draft horse with one blade.
I personally don't mind the Double K clippers but probably wouldn't go out and buy them. I LOVE my Laube Lazors. They are lightweight and pretty quiet overall. Very versatile clippers. They do get hot, but I simply use two blades and switch back and forth as they get warmed up. I leave the hot pair of blades on the cool pavement to cool down until I need them. Also, clipping a wet horse fresh from a bath helps keep the blades cool and the horse less cranky. I give a good bath and go right for clipping!
For best results, I try to have my clippers serviced once a year. I know I could do it myself but like to have parts replaced as needed. They simply clean and oil in side and replace the lever for the most part, but my set currently needs a new faceplate so I might have to send them in this winter now that show season is done.
Good luck
Andrea