Warning: Clipper blade gave out on a full head of hair last Thursday

So I was in the middle of a skin fade on a regular client around 2 PM when my Andis blade just locked up mid stroke. The motor was still running but the blade stopped moving. I finished the cut with my trimmers and a guard comb, but it took me an extra 20 minutes. The guy was cool about it, but I lost my whole afternoon rhythm. My question is: do you guys keep a backup clipper ready for moments like this, or do you just hope it never happens? I've had blades die before, but never right in the middle of a cut like that.

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reed.ray10d agoMost Upvoted

Did you oil it up between uses or just let it ride?

grant_ross2710d ago

Man, I feel you on this one. I've definitely been guilty of just letting it ride more times than I'd like to admit. My rule of thumb is a quick wipe down and a drop of oil after every other use, but honestly sometimes life gets in the way. I've gone a full week before without touching it and things still worked out fine, though your mileage might vary depending on how often you're using it. Better to stay on top of it than learn the hard way, that's for sure.