Are these, or the basic Andis Master, better for keeping a short shadow-beard? Thanks!
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Don't know about any others other than the one in question that I have, but it is great for that as it has 5 guards to choose from and its rechargeable and easy to use. Hope that helps.
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If you are looking for a really close cut you need to be looking at the Andis "Fade Master", that would be the closest cut attainable without shaving.
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I am not sure about "Andis". I did purchase "Anvil 175-CB". I have a sheltie and mainly use these for trimming feet hair and legs. as well as whiskers.For these "duties" this product works fine. I did order the curved with blunt and not sharp end.
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The Conair I-Stubble adjusts in .2 mm increments, which is perfect for maintaining a short beard (or the stubble look): http://www.amazon.com/Conair-i-Stubble%C2%AE-Ultimate-Stubble-Control/dp/B004PXIR1W/ref=sr_1_1?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1413136272&sr=1-1&keywords=istubble
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The blade is the only thing that seperates both from each other.tthe fademaster has a surgical blade which gets close to the scalp for balding and fading, specifically. The masters are for all around haircutting. Same clippers, different blades. @coreym
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your welcome..i brought them and they snap on and off easy..and give you a good trim for your beard..whether long or short beard
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No. I wouldn't get the outlaw at all. Much better off with the classic 76. The outlaw is not nearly as durable. If you had to I suppose you could use the 00000 zero blade to do some final edging but something like the andis T outliner is much easier to get around the ears and it's sharper. The t outliner cannot be used for anything else. It's only purpose is to outline. I also shave my face with it.
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Grant, the Philps Norelco QT4021 Stubble Trimmer does allow you to go as short as 1mm, but I suspect this would be too short. The Philips Norelco T980 Turbo Vacuum Trimmer has settings at 1.5mm, 2.5mm, and more. The 1.5mm is perfect for me."TheDecider" also agrees that the 1mm is too short for a good stubble look: "However as others have noted this is a beard trimmer rather than a stubble trimmer. I wish there was a setting between 1(1mm) and 2(2mm). I find the 2 setting to be a bit too long. I also would not classify anything beyond 2 as "stubble"."See the pictures from my previous post.Also, the "Stubble trimmer" does not have a vacuum to catch the loose hairs. I find this vacuum feature worth the $5.70 extra. Grant, the Philps Norelco QT4021 Stubble Trimmer does allow you to go as short as 1mm, but I suspect this would be too short. The Philips Norelco T980 Turbo Vacuum Trimmer has settings at 1.5mm, 2.5mm, and more. The 1.5mm is perfect for me."TheDecider" also agrees that the 1mm is too short for a good stubble look: "However as others have noted this is a beard trimmer rather than a stubble trimmer. I wish there was a setting between 1(1mm) and... » Read More Grant, the Philps Norelco QT4021 Stubble Trimmer does allow you to go as short as 1mm, but I suspect this would be too short. The Philips Norelco T980 Turbo Vacuum Trimmer has settings at 1.5mm, 2.5mm, and more. The 1.5mm is perfect for me."TheDecider" also agrees that the 1mm is too short for a good stubble look: "However as others have noted this is a beard trimmer rather than a stubble trimmer. I wish there was a setting between 1(1mm) and 2(2mm). I find the 2 setting to be a bit too long. I also would not classify anything beyond 2 as "stubble"."See the pictures from my previous post.Also, the "Stubble trimmer" does not have a vacuum to catch the loose hairs. I find this vacuum feature worth the $5.70 extra. « Show Less
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This shaver is an intimate and body trimmer and not designed for the beard. I am using a Braun cruZer6 for beard and ears. Also, it can be used for head haircuts. The two together can let the gentleman care for just about all areas. The only thing missing is for us Neanderthals who have hair inside our ear canals that we need to conquer. Recommendation? Spring for this one and a beard trimmer.
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I use the detachable combs on my Andis Masters and the blades that are comparable with that will also fit the combs...
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I got the small one for long hair for my Japanese Chin.... beagles have short hair right? Then I would say get the small brush for short hair dogs.Anise
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My opinion as a guy who used to have a -close-to-the-face- beard: No. Beard maintenance is best accomplished with scissors. The outline/around the edges trimming can be done with the pop-up trimmer but even then I always followed it up with a blade.
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How do you know if you should get the small or large combs. We have a bichon Shitzu and a mini goldendoodle and want to start grooming them with our new Andis ultra edge. Just not sure if we need the small or large combs. THANKS:)
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I agree on the gentler solution. This is more for detail work in my opinion, gives a nice close shave. Not sure that it's a good choice for what you want to do.
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Works great for both! People at tanning salon I go to even asked what I use, they said I always look so dark. Well worth the price!!
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What I've learned is that every African American beard is NOT the same. You have to give it a shot yourself to determine what's best for YOU and almost have to ignore everyone who tells you what does and doesn't work. Having said that, although I think the Magic Shave powder works best for me, it's very inconvenient. The Wahl shaver is the best runner up that I've found and have been using it for over a year. This is the first time I'm not even considering an alternative. If you give it a shot, you should wait after 2 weeks before deciding if it works because it takes about that long for your hair to adapt. AND I also have to use a trimmer prior to shaving because the shaver only works on micro short hairs. I'm in my 40's and only recently found something that works best for me so the best of luck to you.
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I think it may depend on how long you want it to work well--facial hair is tougher on blades than the rest of your body hair is, so you'll just dull the blade extra fast. There are plenty of shavers made for facial and head hair if that's what you're looking for, and I think they'll do a better job for you.