I just bought the clipmaster and like it so far. I bought the Andis Progress clippers a year ago, after my friend bought some, and i loved hers…so light and pretty quiet. My clippers quit clipping halfway thru 1st clip, and in spite of resetting reset button, still wouldnt clip. Tried new blades and nothing.Then read that there is a known problem with reset button.
So I bought the clipmasters and clipped my yak, and he came out really nice.
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Okay thanks. I guess I couldn’t go wrong with ability to clip with either the Oster Clipmaster , as well. I can appreciate everyone’s experience with these products . Cannot find out these tidbits by reading a description online, for sure!
LOL jetsmom, a Yak! I call mine wooly bear. I hope the birds are able to make beautiful nests with the hair thrown outside in the grasses for them!
This is great to know - thanks!!
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I have a set of the older Clipmasters.
They are loud, they blow hair everywhere, they’re huge. But they’re reliable, they clip nicely every time, and they’re bulletproof. I’ve never sent mine in for refurb, and I’ve had them for over 10 years now. I oil the motor once a year, set the blade tension, and they’re ready to roll. I’ve even sheared 15 sheep with them once (emergency situation).
I have a set of newer A5s for the tighter/more sensitive places. Those things are total JUNK. I have to fiddle around with them every time I change blades, and they periodically stop working and need more fiddling with. They also don’t clip as evenly as the Clipmasters. A friend had an older A5, and they were great - they just don’t make them like they used to.
Tip: Buy a tyvek to clip in - that way you don’t end up miserable after clipping. I use my Tyvek for a whole season before buying (nicking from work lol) a new one. Safety glasses or goggles aren’t a bad idea either - I know my eyes feel like garbage when I am done with the clip.
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Thanks to the recommendations here!! Yesterday I used my new Lister Star clippers. Purchased separately were Premier 1 medium blades. My wooly bear Cushing’s guy had a few areas shed down, but still had a lot of 2 inch hair.
These clippers and blade glide right thru his hair! 30-45 minutes later I had a new horse! He sure was appreciative. Stood nice and still for the clipping, good boy! Will return another day with a borrowed Andis clipper with #10 blade to do his lower legs facial area. Thanks All!!
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Aren’t they great? Glad your boy liked losing that heavy coat - my horses also love being clipped. Like you said, a new horse!
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Love hearing about another horse that likes being clipped. Did jet today. He loves it. I can drop the leadrope, 5 ft away from grass and he will stand there and fall asleep. He “drops” when i do his belly, he is so relaxed. I use noisy clipmasters, and he even lets me do his ears with them (although i end up on my knees because he tries to lean into them.). Weird horse.
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I have been clipping my mare this week. I pulled out my Andis Clippers and they just don’t clip well now. The blade is almost new. I sent them off to be repaired about 8 months ago. I have clipped 3-4 horses since then. This is an older pair of clippers, not the 2 speed ones but looks just like them. Is it just time for a new pair of clippers? I use the Oster ones for the body but the Andis ones I use for the face and legs. Do they just wear out at some point?
You probably need to change the drive assembly. It’s an inexpensive part and very simple to change yourself. I always order several of them so I have a spare on hand. https://www.amazon.com/Andis-Drive-A…/dp/B002U4JD20
I just had them repaired last year. That is why I am wondering if they are just not worn out.
If you’ve clipped 4 horses since the repair, I would suspect it’s the drive assembly. That would be considered maintenance rather than a repair. I’m using my Andis only for the lower legs and face and I probably change the drive assembly every 6 horses. It’s an easy and inexpensive thing to try – if you don’t see a difference, then there’s something else going on. But if it takes care of it, you’ll be happy for all the time and money you just saved. (Insert smiley face!)
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I JUST used my corded Andis AGC Supers on one of the donkeys for the first time today! And took video. Firstly, I am not a professional videographer. Secondly, I’ve been clipping for 20 years using Osters but recently have only been clipping the donkeys once or twice a year, and if you have experience with donkey hair, well, trying to bathe them to prep for clipping is a non-starter, so I’ve been merrily abusing clipper blades…
But I LOVE these clippers! Quiet, I wasn’t covered in hair, they didn’t get scorching hot. The donkey is FILTHY and I stopped once to brush the crap out of him and then pushed on. With videoing and pictures, I was done in 30 min. Boom! I’d set them down after spraying when I switched to Andis AGR cordless for face and lower legs.
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So I ended up with the Lister Star clippers and I love them. Very easy to use and lightweight. They do get hot, but then again I was clipping my draft with cushings so there’s no wonder. Thanks for all the suggestions! With the temps up in the 90’s already, he seems very grateful 
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To keep the overheating to a minimum, be sure to rotate the clippers every which way after you oil them. I do the following when I notice the clippers are getting hot: 1.Turn them off and use a stiff brush (I use an old body brush) to brush out the accumulated hair and the air vent; 2. Oil the clippers in all the points indicated in the manual; 3. Turn the clippers back on and rotate them sideways and upside down in order to distribute the oil (this step is really crucial!); 4. Turn the clippers off and wipe off any excess oil on the blades; 5: Turn them back on and resume clipping.
It sounds complicated, but it becomes routine. The other thing I’ve noticed is that when it’s hot outside (like over 90 degrees), the clippers are going to run hot no matter what you do. I clipped a horse a few weeks ago when it was 96 degrees and it was very unpleasant for all parties involved. I had to keep switching between the Listers and the Andis due to the overheating so it was really hard to get into a rhythm. And then once the horse starts to sweat due to the temperature (of the air, not the clippers!), forget it.
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Thanks for the great tips! I did everything above, except to rotate them after oiling! I’ll try that next time
Really love them - great buy especially since clipping two horses paid for themselves!
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WOW. a draft horse with cushings hair!!! OMGosh! Bless your heart! How often where you clipping this summer?
Yes, I ended up getting the Lister star clippers for my cushings horse. Separately purchased the brand Premier 1 blade that fits Lister Star. I got the medium blade, so there is a little bit of hair left. I actually like how they cut easier/ better than the closer blade that came with the Lister star clipper. They are lightweight. Since May, I have clipped him about every 6 weeks to keep him comfortable in the summer. Yes it gets warm, I stop and oil it, clean it, keep going. I love how it glides thru the thick cushings hair!
Now that this is fall, there are still occasional warm days in upper 70’s… So, this week I clipped the lower half of his body to keep him cooler. He seemed uncomfortable in the heat. His hair has already grown out maybe 3/4 inch, I think ( I didnt measure).
Im thinking of getting the coarser Premier 1 blade (forgot its title)…so to keep his hair from growing any longer before winter actually arrives, but allowing a slight bit more hair.than the medium blade…
Has anyone had experience with the coarse blade that leaves a bit more hair?
Darn this cushings hair growth! Its fast! and thick!
Getting him to take his pergolide pill , ( he can taste or smell it) while in a boarding stable is what Im about to place on the message board next.
I have an Irish horse with Cushings hair. I have not tried the coarse blade. I already clip him every month from March through November. I do not want to leave him more. He can’t be trusted with it. :lol:
For Prascend- one of the ways the manufacturer recommends dosing it is dissolved. If you’re trying to get him to eat a pill in or on something, you might see if this helps. (I soak my guy’s grain so just pop it right in but you could also syringe it down.) If he doesn’t eat anything because his appetite is poor, you might try APF Pro- it’s a liquid supplement that can help with inappetance.
I clipped both horses yesterday – they’re so cooperative for clipping, I bet I could leave them untied.
I’ve not used the Premier 1 coarse blade, as we don’t get really severe winters, so the horses don’t require the protection of longer hair, or blankets. I’m much more concerned about overheating. Forecast today is for around 100 degrees!
But, if you get one, please post how you like it – perhaps it could be something I’d find useful in January or early February.
Love my Double K’s. Bought mine slightly used on EBay. Worked really well for my horse with an extremely thick coat due to Cushings.
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Agree with that, probably, Double K’s is the best pick right now. I’ve searched a lot of reviews and articles. Forums are helpful also
