Maintenance

We have invested in the most advanced scissor sharpening technology that is now used in the manufacturing process of all high end scissors so we can be confidant of offering a first class service. Over the years we have developed our own unique 10 step sharpening procedure which ensures an “as new” standard when complete.

This applies to both convex & bevelled edge scissors, although some may be beyond help we will certainly do our best for you!

Tips for keeping scissors working better for longer:

Adjust Tension-
Too tight leads to scissors going blunt too quickly.
Too loose leads to not cutting correctly & folding hair.
Test by holding scissor upright, open, then let them drop shut. there should be a small gap between the tips, to adjust simply tighten or loosen center pivot screw.

Clean & Oil Regularly
We recommend using Isopropyl Alcohol as it will dissinfect as well as clean, then place a drop of good quality scissor oil between blades at the pivot point, work the oil in by opening & shutting the scissors several times.

Polish the Edge 
Sometimes a burr developes on the cutting edge of the blade making the scissor feel blunt, just place a chamois in the palm of your hand & wipe the back of the blade away from the cutting edge.

Dropped Sciisors
Common damage to scissors after they have been dropped is around the tip & nicks in the center of the blade. If you are unlucky & the damage is severe WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND you put the scissors aside & CONTACT YOUR SHARPENER as continual use of a badly damaged scissor may render it unrepairable.

Tips for keeping your blades & clipper working better for longer

Protect Lead
A common issue is replacing leads on clippers because of constant twisting of the cable, this inevetably causes damage to the internal wiring & will cause intermitant electrical supply. The expense can be avoided by installing a secure clipper holder & untangling the lead after every use. 

Clean & Oil
Firstly submerge blade in a good quality blade wash & run the machine, this will flush out the majority of grit. Then using an old toothbrush wipe away hair & debris from between the teeth, push the cutter half way across the combe then using a quality clipper oil place a drop on the cutting edge & the runner, then flip the blade over & repeat, close the blade & run on machine for a couple of seconds.

Do's & Dont's
Do have spare blades to swap over, when blades overheat they can blunt quickly.
Don't use a clipper if it's overheating, this will only cause more damage & could render the clipper unrepairable.
Do Clean & Oil daily.
Don't use blade when teeth are missing as this can cause skin damage.
Do use quality blades (you get what you pay for) Oster Andis & Aesculap are the most favoured.
Don't use WD40 on blades as once heated can have the effect of seizing the blades.