High-quality clipping tools can have a significant impact on your horse’s coat health and overall appearance. Using poor quality tools can lead to uneven cuts and skin irritation — and make the grooming process more difficult for you and your horse.
Using the right tools will also help you save time and effort. The more powerful the motor and sharper the blades, the easier it will be to clip through your horse’s coat, especially if it’s thick and coarse.
The type of clipper and blades you should use can vary based on several different factors, ranging from your horse’s coat length and texture to how sensitive they are. If you regularly clip your own horse or frequently groom multiple horses, having a heavy duty clipper is crucial.
Keep in mind that there is often a significant difference between horse clippers and trimmers. Horse trimmers are usually much smaller and designed for touch up areas such as the muzzle, bridle path and ears. Meanwhile, clippers are more powerful and capable of handling everything from trace clips to show-worthy full body clips.
Other factors to consider when narrowing down your options include clipper power and speed, weight, vibration and noise level. Also, consider whether or not having a cord or cordless clipper is a priority. Consider blade options as well. Different blades will produce different results. In general, the higher the blade number, the shorter the clip.
Clippers like the Heiniger Progress clippers bring the best of both worlds. These clippers are especially designed to be heavy duty yet feature a lightweight construction. With an innovative permanent magnet motor, you can take advantage of a powerful and quiet clip, which makes them perfect for sensitive, nervous horses. Even if you are having to clip through a thick coat, you’ll be able to get the job done much faster.
Because these clippers come with all the accessories you need — carry case, blades, screwdriver, oil and brush — you’ll be able to start clipping right away.
Even if you purchased a high quality clipper, you still need to regularly maintain it. While you are clipping, be sure to brush out the loose hairs and apply some clipper oil every 5-10 minutes. This ensures that the blades stay clean, seamlessly glide through your horse’s coat and don’t overheat.
Once you are done clipping, thoroughly clean your equipment. Make sure all lingering hair and grease is brushed away and wiped off. Add more clipper oil before storing them away to keep your clippers in the best shape possible.
Regularly scheduling professional maintenance also helps extend the longevity of your clippers. Even with the best care, your blades will start to dull over time. Professional clipper maintenance and blade sharpening services ensure that your clippers stay in good working order and last as long as possible. You’ll be able to get more clips out of your blades before having to throw them away.
At Wilsun Custom Products, we have the clippers, blades and services you need to achieve professional results. Whether you’ll be clipping a horse with Cushing’s or are preparing for an upcoming show, our team is here to make sure you have everything you need to keep your horse looking and feeling their best.
Along with carrying the Heiniger Progress clipper, we also offer clipper maintenance, repair and blade sharpening services. Give us a call at (770) 558-1679 if you have any questions or are ready to schedule a service.
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