I'm petite with a short distance between neck and chest. Is this adjustable enough...or too awkward for a small person to use for cutting hair?
836877
From the back of the neck to the joint where the mirror contacts the chest is 12 1/2 inches. The mirror stem adjusts at the joint where the mirror rests on the chest as well as the joint where the mirror attaches to the stem. I think, even though the mirror might hang down on the chest further, you being short, the mirror would still adjust so you could see in the back for cutting hair.
836878
It should work just fine no matter what your size. As long as you can see in the mirror it can be adjusted to whatever position you need.
836879
Hi, Hanna-Mary, this is Betty! I purchased on of these and I have the same problem you do. I was a beautician many years ago, so I have cut my hair many times over the years. The mirror will take some adjusting, but you shouldn't have trouble using it... Good luck!
836880
Don't think it would make any difference if you are short or tall. I love mine. Use it every day to see the back of my hair.
1419189
I thought I answered this. Generally speaking, I do not know how strong you are, but the trimmer is pretty light for the amount of area it cuts. I would say keep the trimmer chest high or lower when cutting and you should be fine.
1011579
It's not uncomfortable but, depending on your hand size, it may not fit you well. I have large hands and it was a poor fit for me. I like smaller slipjoint knives but a knife of this type really performs best with a handle that allows variations to gripping to maximize cutting action. The Mini-Grip handle size didn't work for me although the blade length was just about perfect.
1578255
How short is it? I have short hair too and this has no problem with me. My hair is around shoulder length though.
2281438
Yes, its good for trimming small areas, its smaller than your normal size trimmer, which makes it easy to get around the ears and edging.
86002
I wouldn't describe it as adjustable, but there is some flexibility in how it is held. I'm five-two, and use it just fine, if that helps.
461246
No, it's not adjustable and way too long for me. I'm 5'3". I don't sew so I'm having an alteration shop fix it.
92955
It's quite adjustable. The straps may have to be pulled all the way and you'd probably want to cut them, but you should be good.
131559
I'd say incorrect as it is adjustable so I can loosen it a little to pull further down on forehead if needed when washing baby's hair. It works fine for us and was super inexpensive.
672033
This is a trimmer, and not a razor, so don't expect close shaves! Depending on the length that you cut your hair, you may experience some itchiness. Take your time down there!
1422034
While I have never cut my hair that low, the smallest spacer is 1/2 inch. I do not see why you could not work you way down to that level if your hair is longer now. My experience is that you should not take off to much at a time. No more than an inch, otherwise it may pull your hair and cause some discomfort.
1060500
I use the standard 1 inch wand. You have to be careful using the shortest layers of the hair, you'll probably only be able to wrap your hair around it once, but just don't burn yourself. However, the for the top layers of hair it's perfect. My hair is shoulder length, but I used the wand when my hair feel below my bra strap.
1134343
I think so because my hair is a bit on the shorter side right below my shoulders and it was very easy to use. Haven't burned myself once.....yet. :)
1653104
I'm sorry for not responding sooner, this attachment works as good as any trimmer you can purchase. Yes, you can use it for haircuts, but I wouldn't recommend using it as such. Unless, you have very short hair. It is designed mostly for touch-ups. Personally, I would invest in a nice set of clippers if you plan on cutting your own hair on a regular basis.
56592
Yes, you gotta put a little but of umph into it, but it will switch to the shorter blade or vice versa, it's right there by the thumb. I'm 6'2" with big hands and found myself bringing my second hand up to the device to switch it. But it is meant to be thumb adjustable.
1593869
Yes for me it is perfect, although I am only 5'1" tall. I cannot stand up for very long, due to my disability, but if I had no disability, it would be prefect for me to stand for a long period of time to cut. I hope that helped. Have a great day!
1042496
My sister, who has fairly small arms, borrowed this one from me a couple times and it can be laced differently to sort of fit her, but isn't too comfortable. After having used this for a while before upgrading to a much more comfortable one, I would suggest that, although this one is very effective, it might not fit a smaller arm quite right so you may be better off looking elsewhere.