Focus On . . .
Hair Clippers
These five tools are designed to meet the
demands of today's precision cuts.
by Ann H. Carlson
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1 Andis Co. introduces the Excel Ultra Detachable
Blade Clipper. Featuring a rotary motor, the
dual-voltage clipper includes a swivel cord, a hair
guard to prevent hair buildup, as well as the
UltraEdge #000 and UltraEdge #1 blades. The
clipper also accommodates all Andis UltraEdge,
Andis CeramicEdge and Oster 76 blades.
Suggested retail price: $176
800.558.9441, andis.com
2 ConairPro's BaBylissPRO Volare X2 offers a
brushless motor that runs up to 10,000 hours and a
lithium-ion battery with a three-hour cordless run
time. The lightweight, ergonomic clipper features
a patented X-Grip blade, a four-position sliding
taper control, cord/cordless operation, a two-year
warranty and eight attachment combs.
SRP: $199.99, 800.388.0900, babylissus.com
3 At two-thirds the size of a full-size clipper, the
Wahl Pilot Clipper from Wahl Professional is
designed to fit in the palm of the hand while
providing control and maneuverability. It uses
full-size Wahl clipper blades and attachment
combs for precision cutting. It also features
the Wahl Taper Lever for controlled texture.
wahlpro.com
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4 The Model 10 Clipper from Oster Professional
features a universal motor designed to cut
through all hair types. Usable with all detachable
blades from the Classic 76 clipper, the Model 10
includes break-resistant housing, a 10-foot power
cord, a detachable blade size 000, a blade guard,
lubricating oil and a cleaning brush.
SRP: $189.99, 888.865.6810, osterstyle.com
5 With an interchangeable blade, the Centrix CAT
Clipper 2 Trimmer from The Cricket Co. allows
users to switch easily between a clipper and a
trimmer. The product features a stainless-steel
clipper blade with a wide-tooth pattern, as well
as a T-shaped trimmer blade. The ergonomically
designed unit also includes three guides.
SRP: $99.95, 800.654.7032, cricketco.com ■
Ann H. Carlson is a Los Angeles-based writer
and editor.
26 November 2013 | beautystorebusiness.com
Model photo: Thinkstockphotos.com
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