I have the Oster A5 clipper with the 10 blade. I'm looking for a blade that doesn't cut so close to the skin. Which one??
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#10 blades are great for sani cuts and details along ears. A longer blade but still short would be a #5 blade. Although #7 's are shorter nicks will be more likely. Depending on the coat aa comb attatchment guard maybe useful (I like Wahl guards) you can order one at a time and they give you the lengths on the combs. Best used with a #30 underneath.
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The lower the number the longer the hair. I don't know what you are clipping but there are blades 1-40. If the 10 is too short, try a 4 or 7.
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Depending on what you are clipping, a #5 is what is generally used to shave down a Lab or Golden Retriever. The lower the number of the blade, the more hair/fur will be left. Check the blade frequently as you trim. A hot blade of any length will leave a clipper burn.
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If your using clipper combs/guards, you'll need a #10 blade and then the guard for whatever desired length you want. I've been using the 3/4 and 1 inch guard a lot for winter.
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"Oster Professional 10 Universal Comb Set" are specially designed to fit the Oster clippers. I purchased those separately and they are easy to attach to the blades.
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Depends if you're using it professionally. I'm a barber and i prefer the oster.
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You can use it with most clippers. I use mine one andis. DO NOT USE A 40 BLADE! You can use a 30 and sometimes a 10 as well but a 30 works best.
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Hi Peggy this is a fantastic clipper for any dog... if you are new to grooming Suggest you do a little research on the type of blades you will need to achieve the desired look for your dog. There is loads of info out there when you search "how to groom a ----. Suggest going with ceramic blades rather than steel as they stay cooler longer.. I should clarify that I am by no means a pro and only take care of my lasso apso and A cocker spaniel trimming both with a 10, 7 and 3 blades to achieve a puppy cut.. Lower the number longer the cut... Higher the number the closer the cut... A 15 will cut down to skin. You can also use a 10 blade with a plastic rake attachment to get a longer cut but I have not. Hope that helped
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only if you use a 0000 blade but you should consider and edger/outliner type of clipper if you want to shave. Styliner 2 or Outliner both by Andis.
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What number blade are you looking for? I ordered the #5 blade and had to return it as it too didn't fit. I haven't re-ordered yet, but will say this that the #10 blade that came with the set was no longer sharp for when I cut my dogs hair for the second time. I have a Shih Tzu who's hair was never beyond an inch and always groomed no knots...so there should be no excuse for that. I now need to get another #10, but not sure if I should invest more money in these clippers as I don't find they have much power to them.
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I'm not sure it is standard for all the clippers, but I am not sure that the razor is indeed a clipper. Might want to contact Oster directll.
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I think the 20 would be a bit much for your dog. Perhaps a 10 would work better for you. The size equals the number of blades. Whatever size you choose, I recommend the Mars brand. I have tried others and they don't work nearly as well as the Mars.
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I have this clipper and I called the company's phone number and was told it was a #10 blade. BTW, we like this clipper.
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Try adjusting your blade or asking a local groomer. Mine cut, but they are very slow. I switch back and forth between human clippers and these. For me I use them for in between grooming
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If you can find a cutter where you never need to replace a blade, please let me know! I've never seen such a thing; however, in my experience, titanium blades last much longer than steel blades. I do love my cutter, but don't buy it for the light feature. I am disappointed in Fiskars for that. Buy it for the size and cutting. Awesome.
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I just saw a grooming thread on a great Pyr website that recommends a 20-22 blade. I haven't tried it yet, am looking like you.
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This is a very good clipper. It will depend on the blade that you purchase. If you get a skip tooth, it will go through coarse hair better than the FC type which stands for Finished Cut and will still look nice. So just read the description on how long the blades will leave the hair to make your decision on what blade to purchase.
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All Oster blades fit an Oster clipper. The size is refers to the length of cut you want that is best for your dog. I order a 10F and a 4F.
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I would go for a smaller trimmer version, this one is more suited for clipping the body just b/c of the width of the blade. I have a giant schnauzer with huge feet and it was wider than I would like to trim his feet just b/c it was hard to get the blade head between his pads.