How short does this blade cut? I'm looking for a longer cutting blade.. not a short shave?
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The 4FC Andis blade leaves hair 3/8". The 7FC Andis blade would leave hair 1/8" long. The 3 3/4 leaves hair 1/2". With Andis blades, the higher the number, the shorter the hair. Oster blades are just the opposite I believe. Comb attachments will give you long/longer hair.
607181
Hi Sue,The lower the number of the blade, the longer the cut. I used this on my Scottie and Westie's side coats and it left the hair around 2 inches long. Their coats were around 4 inches at the time. Hope that helps!
607182
About 1/2". I have a Maltese and wanted a longer look but short enough to keep her cool during the summer.
607183
Sue -- This blade cuts to about 3/8 inch if you go against the grain, much longer if you go with the growth as we do on our Maltese. Many of the other blades will adapt to the snap on plastic combs that will give a longer cut; the 4FC does not. You may wish to call Andis directly about this. Ed
607184
I usually use a guard to keep the shave from being short. I think the guards came with some cheap clippers but, yes, the blade alone is short.
607185
You will need to look closely at the postings. They have many different blades in many different depths/lengths. For example the standard blade most often used (to shave a dog, or if you just want a "Military Look") is the #10 blade that cuts to 1.5mm (1/16"). I use it on my dogs but wanted a bit more length for my own hair, so 5FC cuts to 6.3mm (1/4") and 4FC cuts to 9.5 mm (3/8") length. The info is in all the ones I looked at so far, but you do have to look around some and enlarging the picture can help because its printed on the actual blades in mm's the English conversions can take a bit more work ;-) You will need to look closely at the postings. They have many different blades in many different depths/lengths. For example the standard blade most often used (to shave a dog, or if you just want a "Military Look") is the #10 blade that cuts to 1.5mm (1/16"). I use it on my dogs but wanted a bit more length for my own hair, so 5FC cuts to 6.3mm (1/4") and 4FC cuts to 9.5 mm (3/8") length. The info is in all the ones I looked at so far, but you do have to look around some and enlarging the picture can help because its printed on the actual blades in mm's the English... » Read More You will need to look closely at the postings. They have many different blades in many different depths/lengths. For example the standard blade most often used (to shave a dog, or if you just want a "Military Look") is the #10 blade that cuts to 1.5mm (1/16"). I use it on my dogs but wanted a bit more length for my own hair, so 5FC cuts to 6.3mm (1/4") and 4FC cuts to 9.5 mm (3/8") length. The info is in all the ones I looked at so far, but you do have to look around some and enlarging the picture can help because its printed on the actual blades in mm's the English conversions can take a bit more work ;-) « Show Less
607186
I concur with the other comments, this blades cuts to about 3/8. its perfect for the summer cut of our dogs
607187
It cuts down to about 3/8 inch. This trims my dog into the perfect puppy cut.
607188
It is 3/8 of an inch long. The standard one that comes with the clipper is too short for me. So I purchased this 3/8" blade to give my pomeranians summer cuts (lion cuts). I feel like the 3/8" blade is too long. I should of bought something slightly shorter. Like a 1/4" blade. Take a ruler and see where 3/8" is and you will see how long it is. I personally wanted it shorter because I don't want to cut my poms more than 2x's in the summer.
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This is one of the long cutting blades. The higher the number on the blade, the shorter the hair cut. This one cuts about 3/4 of an inch long. for the summer I use a number 10 or 15 blade. As long as you take care of these blades, your trimmer will last a long time. Be sure to clean it after each use and spray it with the blade oil before putting it away. These blades are great!
1660373
The blade is not thin. It is a strong, sturdy piece of steel that will cut through all types of brush and shrubs. I would get the longer blade if I had a chance to do it all over again. Less bending required....
1402000
Does anyone know of a trimmer that will cut longer lengths than the maximum 18mm that is shown here. I've noticed that other trimmers max out at 18mm as well?
124734
The blade is 7". Don't remember the whole knife length. It's a great knife for a wide range of tasks.
1125976
I've been using those same blades with this. They are know to be mild blades and this DE is also known to have a mild angle. I also can't get a super close shave unless I let it grow for at least three days. I've tried Wilkinson Sword blades and those do seem sharper. Try a sample pack and maybe you can find one that works better.
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I gotten up to 10, but then I switched to another brand of blades to try them. I think at about 10 for my beard was the limit. I've only returned to DE shaving since mid-December, and I've tried 4 different brands. The Feather and Wilkinson Sword seem best for my needs. I have friend who has been using DEs for decades, and he says he gets them to last a long time, but he did not define the length of time.
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Sorry for the late response- I was on a computer-free vacation. The actual length of the sharpened section of the blades, measured separated, is 2 15/16". The practical and actually useable length is a bit shorter by probably 1/4". I do like these shears. They are everything the marketing propaganda says they are.
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22 Aug: Hi William. I have not heard before of a "balding blade",,.... ' I looked as the stuff that came with the razor and found a little grey fence labeled No. 1/2... 1/16 inch. However, if balding is the issue -- I have typical male pattern major balding; I "cut" my hair two or three times a week, using no fence at all. The stainless cutting blades on this model leave a stubble of probably less than 1/32nd of an inch. It does a great job. I have owned three or four clippers in the past 15 years .... this is by far my favorite. Hope this answers your question. You'll love this clipper !!! Ciao ..... Paul D. 22 Aug: Hi William. I have not heard before of a "balding blade",,.... ' I looked as the stuff that came with the razor and found a little grey fence labeled No. 1/2... 1/16 inch. However, if balding is the issue -- I have typical male pattern major balding; I "cut" my hair two or three times a week, using no fence at all. The stainless cutting blades on this model leave a stubble of probably less than 1/32nd of an inch. It does a great job. I have owned three or four clippers in the past 15 years .... this is by far my favorite. Hope this answers your question. You'll... » Read More 22 Aug: Hi William. I have not heard before of a "balding blade",,.... ' I looked as the stuff that came with the razor and found a little grey fence labeled No. 1/2... 1/16 inch. However, if balding is the issue -- I have typical male pattern major balding; I "cut" my hair two or three times a week, using no fence at all. The stainless cutting blades on this model leave a stubble of probably less than 1/32nd of an inch. It does a great job. I have owned three or four clippers in the past 15 years .... this is by far my favorite. Hope this answers your question. You'll love this clipper !!! Ciao ..... Paul D. « Show Less
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Blade 4FC cuts the hair on length of 9.5 mm (about 1 cm). That length is perfect for short body hair of my poodle and is recommended for the sporty style.
1786757
14 inch refers to blade length, not total length. The blade is actually 14.25" or so. Overall length is a little under 21 inches.
1888215
The blade is 14" long and the handle is 5.5 inches in length. While we are on the blade it is sharp as heck. You can cut our self badly if not careful. It comes in a plastic sleeve which my wife through away for some reason. I suggest keeping it in the sleeve.
1121947
I have seen the blade length listed as 8". I believe the manufactures stated length is 8". Actual length varies depending upon where measurement is taken. Lets call it 8".
236713
In my experience with this blade: WITH effort and focus maybe. If it were something you needed to cut quickly as in a life threatening moment, I would say no. I have a feeling mine that I ordered was not fully sharpened though(Bad batch maybe?). So I would definitely look for more reviews.
2118667
This in a Travel Shaver. It a good Shaver for the money but to cut 1 to 2 inch hair spend the money on a hair cutting and trimming kit. This would not be for that.
614443
I think the blade is 8 inches and inalsways try to go a bit smaller than that. Approximately 6 inches. Anything bigger and it becomes much more difficult.
628824
17 inch it to long you may cut up to 16 inch. I have not cut this long but the blade is this long. I only use it to cut small paper stack, 6 inches.
2041912
Wish I could help, but I too, purchased a blade that would not cut. Lucky for me, that I bought two of them, the other cut just fine. But the one that didn't work, it was like it didn't have an edge on it. Perhaps it didn't. I tried and tried to use it, then finally gave up and put the other blade in and it cut through with ease, like a knife cutting through soft butter. I suggest you return that blade for another.