Thread: What to use as Beard trimmer

My pops would use one like this when his batteries would run low or he couldnt find the charger. I am sure it was a PITA, but im sure this is would be considered old school.
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I wonder, could you just send your clippers to someone to have them sharpened lol

Originally Posted by kwlfca

I wonder, could you just send your clippers to someone to have them sharpened lol

And miss the opportunity to spend thousands on tools to sharpen a $4.00 antique?

Originally Posted by 32t

And miss the opportunity to spend thousands on tools to sharpen a $4.00 antique?

Do I sense sarcasm good sir?
Is this not a place dedicated to a classic means of personal grooming?
Some would argue that shaving with a straight razor is an "antique" way of shaving.
Matt Raine is a MASTER BARBER and he uses a pair of self-sharpening hand clippers because people LIKE the classic feel of them.
I don't know about you, but that's why I'm interested in straight shaving, because I prefer a more classic means of doing things.

Does anyone have a non-sarcastic answer?

I did some research, here's a real answer for anyone interested:

Hair clippers are designed to be self-sharpening. As the metal blades glide past each other they rub together, continually honing a sharp edge as you cut. Nonetheless, under some conditions, clippers can get dull. If the blade is not oiled and cleaned regularly or if it corrodes, it can become dull.

Just take the blades off and brush away and dirt or hair, then scrub it with rubbing alcohol if there's any rust on them. Put the blades back on and run the blades for five minutes or so.

Basically, you do it the exact same way that you would an electric trimmer.

Originally Posted by kwlfca

I did some research, here's a real answer for anyone interested:

Hair clippers are designed to be self-sharpening. As the metal blades glide past each other they rub together, continually honing a sharp edge as you cut. Nonetheless, under some conditions, clippers can get dull. If the blade is not oiled and cleaned regularly or if it corrodes, it can become dull.

Just take the blades off and brush away and dirt or hair, then scrub it with rubbing alcohol if there's any rust on them. Put the blades back on and run the blades for five minutes or so.

Basically, you do it the exact same way that you would an electric trimmer.

Please show your research. I can understand how the blades would wear together and become a matched set but anyone that would claim that they are self sharpening would be a fraud. One fun thing for me with these antiques is the claims that salesmen made about their products.

Originally Posted by 32t

Please show your research. I can understand how the blades would wear together and become a matched set but anyone that would claim that they are self sharpening would be a fraud. One fun thing for me with these antiques is the claims that salesmen made about their products.

Google "how to sharpen hair clippers"

I'm actually most surprised that someone as knowledgeable as yourself was not already aware that most clippers and scissors of high quality are in fact self sharpening. In addition to my own research (from which I ALWAYS confirm with as many sources as possible to collaborate all of the facts), the master barber Matt Raine http://mrnatty.com/ states that his are self sharpening.

Here, I'll even do all of the work for you.

How to Sharpen Hair Clippers (with pictures) - wikiHow
How do you sharpen hair clippers
How To Sharpen Hair Clipper Blades | Cool Men's Hair
How to Sharpen Hair Clippers | eHow.com

Here are some chaps that will even do it for you Clipper Sharpening | Clipper Blade Sharpening | Blade Sharpening | Sharpening Service

Always glad to be of service!