PeverilPeril 3,281 Posted February 10, 2021 Report Share Posted February 10, 2021 Any recommendations for hair clippers? I've been using my Braun beard trimmers but it takes ages. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
benjamin1945 16,159 Posted February 10, 2021 Report Share Posted February 10, 2021 Shave it PP ...To a number one........takes the wife 5 minutes.......not counting your ''Eye Brows'' Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beekay 5,143 Posted February 10, 2021 Report Share Posted February 10, 2021 PP, you can't go far wrong with a set of Wahl clippers from Argos. Good worker and not pricey. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MargieH 7,600 Posted February 10, 2021 Report Share Posted February 10, 2021 Our’s is a Wahl. For Paul, I use a no 2 first, then a no 1 in some places, finishing off with just a straight shave on the top! I use a no 1 on his eyebrows. Takes between 5 and 10 minutes to do... 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beekay 5,143 Posted February 10, 2021 Report Share Posted February 10, 2021 I'll pop round on me bike Margie, you can do mine annawl. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Brew 5,417 Posted February 10, 2021 Report Share Posted February 10, 2021 Mine is now so long it will need a combine harvester... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
catfan 14,793 Posted February 10, 2021 Report Share Posted February 10, 2021 Mrs C has trimmed my hair for years. El cheapo thing from Argos. Saved a fortune. Also get a free manicure at the same time. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PeverilPeril 3,281 Posted February 10, 2021 Author Report Share Posted February 10, 2021 Thanks for the responses. Looks like I'll be ordering a Wahl. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beekay 5,143 Posted February 10, 2021 Report Share Posted February 10, 2021 Let us know how you get on Terry. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cliff Ton 10,466 Posted February 10, 2021 Report Share Posted February 10, 2021 And show us a photo of the end result. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DJ360 6,730 Posted February 11, 2021 Report Share Posted February 11, 2021 I have a Wahl. I bought it as a beard trimmer, but it does my hair as well. The downside with the cheap re-chargeable Wahl's is that the blades do get blunt over time, but I think I've had this one for about 5 years which isn't bad for something costing about 30 quid. My hairdresser always used Wahl trimmers, but they were 'professional' and mains powered. I believe she could also send back both trimmers and blades for service/sharpening. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DJ360 6,730 Posted February 11, 2021 Report Share Posted February 11, 2021 P.S. Kev.. why is your Moai not wearing his mask properly? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mary1947 2,079 Posted February 11, 2021 Report Share Posted February 11, 2021 I also have Wahl clippers must addmit they have lasted a long time. Brought them from "Pompadour's for the salon in 1970, used for at lest a year in the salon. used to cut my 2 boys hair, and grandsons hair. Now just cut master's hair. well worth the money you get what you pay for, just remember to oil the blades with clipper oil each time you use them. You can also get the blades re-sharpernd. If you use clippers make sure you cut the hair the way it grows. Don't forget to use your guards as if not you could end up with no hair at all. Your right MargieH nape of neck guard 1 to obtical bone, thts the bone that sticks out just at bottom of your ear lobe.then no 2 and if you want it a bit longer on top no 3. Do the same at the sides no1 then 2. if you think of the letter c this is how to use your clippers, letter c in.up and out. if you have a doulble crown then cut it by going round in a circle. If any of you like a flat top then use an afro comb hold it ontop the lenth you want it then just cut with your clippers, no guard. if you want tram lines which at one time every one ask for them, make the lines with a straight comb (not teeth end ) make your lines by dipping comb in talc, then turn you clippers up side down and place on line. 20 hours ago, Brew said: Mine is now so long it will need a combine harvester... Next meet up Brew I will bring my clippers along. I hope your not going to have a pony tail. My Dad allways told me never to go out with a man with a pony tail. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
radfordred 6,284 Posted February 11, 2021 Report Share Posted February 11, 2021 You Dad was quite right @mary1947you know what's under a pony's tail? 3 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jonab 1,644 Posted February 11, 2021 Report Share Posted February 11, 2021 Remington Quick Cut https://fr.remington-europe.com/produits/hc4250-tondeuse-cheveux-quickcut I'm sure this model is available in the UK. The cutter is much wider than most - hence Quick Cut Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beekay 5,143 Posted February 11, 2021 Report Share Posted February 11, 2021 Mary1947 , While your on the subject of hair cutting tutorials, 'er indoors has suggested I have a go at doing her hair. She is getting a bit peed off with her barnet, it's just coming down to almost shoulder length. She usually has it shorter but not page boy short. I don't want to scalp her so what's your suggestion? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
philmayfield 6,134 Posted February 11, 2021 Report Share Posted February 11, 2021 When my hair gets a bit long I just grab it between my fingers, twist it round and chop it off. I’m not too worried about looking smart, just being comfortable. As I wear a cap when I go out in this cold weather I used the pudding basin method yesterday by putting my cap on and trimming of the bits that hung down. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beekay 5,143 Posted February 11, 2021 Report Share Posted February 11, 2021 And I'd pay good cash to see that ! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
philmayfield 6,134 Posted February 11, 2021 Report Share Posted February 11, 2021 It’s not a spectator sport BK! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Brew 5,417 Posted February 11, 2021 Report Share Posted February 11, 2021 Gonna have to do summat, it's now long eough to touch my shoulders. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
philmayfield 6,134 Posted February 11, 2021 Report Share Posted February 11, 2021 Many chaps on here would envy you for having hair. Just attack it with the scissors. It soon grows back. I doubt you'll be making any formal public appearances until Easter at least. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jonab 1,644 Posted February 11, 2021 Report Share Posted February 11, 2021 Just realised I gave a "foreign" link for the hair clippers. Here's the UK one https://uk.remington-europe.com/products/hc4250-quickcut-hair-clipper Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PeverilPeril 3,281 Posted February 11, 2021 Author Report Share Posted February 11, 2021 Thanks jonab. I went for the Wahl cordless or corded. I'll report how it performs. Of course I'm a baldy, but the back and sides become very irritating. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
radfordred 6,284 Posted February 11, 2021 Report Share Posted February 11, 2021 Need a drop of clipper oil each use & they will last you for years. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mary1947 2,079 Posted February 13, 2021 Report Share Posted February 13, 2021 On 2/11/2021 at 9:52 AM, Beekay said: Mary1947 , While your on the subject of hair cutting tutorials, 'er indoors has suggested I have a go at doing her hair. She is getting a bit peed off with her barnet, it's just coming down to almost shoulder length. She usually has it shorter but not page boy short. I don't want to scalp her so what's your suggestion? Hi Beekay when you cut her indoors hair, if you play snooker it's easy peasy or just think of angle's 90 degree's 45 deg's 25 degree's 0 degrees' make sure you used sharp scissiors. (for her hair not her neck) if you can invest in some cheap hairdressing from boots (who care's) and always cut hair wet then you should not get solids lines. this is a basic uniform layer cut. Starting on the crown, take a small section of hair about 2 inch long about 1/4 inch wide. sorry don't work in metic. using the points of your scissors NOT THE FULL BLADE cut of the amount you want. less is better than more as you can not stick it back on this piece of cut is your 90 deg now work you way all around the head, taking same size section and bring it up at 90 deg. then when you get about 4inc from your crown ex you should now be just above your ears start by now doing your 45 deg then take each setion from below to your 45 deg then next section 25 deg then 0 deg. your hair should now be looking quite professional. Then feel (not her Body ) her hair of cause lift it up in all directions and if you have any bits that are longer just do that section again. You can allways start this cut from you nape. Hope this helps Beekay but I will not be held resonsible for your finished result. ps if you find you have got a clump because you have taken a too large a section then you can what we call chip in, just pick up the clump and with your points just cut or chip the ends, a bit like thinning hair out. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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