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Electric hair trimmer

  • 02-04-2020 5:30pm
    #1
    billyhead
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,962 ✭✭✭


    Any recommendations folks. With the barbers closed indefinitely I am going to have to diy it.


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  • #2
    fire_man
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,028 ✭✭✭fire_man


    I will need one also.Is it straightforward enough if you use a blade we 3 or 4?


  • #3
    fergiesfolly
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,407 ✭✭✭fergiesfolly


    I have a beard trimmer. There are various lengths and the longest is 16mm. Would this work ok or do I need an actual hair trimmer


  • #4
    SnowyMuckish
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 870 ✭✭✭SnowyMuckish


    Good luck trying to source one, you missed that bandwagon sold out everywhere was looking for one for OH and my boys with no luck, if you find somewhere selling them let me know!


  • #5
    tuxy
    Closed Accounts Posts: 14,983 ✭✭✭✭tuxy


    SnowyMuckish wrote: »
    Good luck trying to source one, you missed that bandwagon sold out everywhere was looking for one for OH and my boys with no luck, if you find somewhere selling them let me know!

    Damn, you're right. It's one of those items you can no longer get on amazon


  • #6
    SnowyMuckish
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 870 ✭✭✭SnowyMuckish


    tuxy wrote: »
    Damn, you're right. It's one of those items you can no longer get on amazon

    I don’t do amazon I had too many bad experiences.


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  • #7
    tuxy
    Closed Accounts Posts: 14,983 ✭✭✭✭tuxy


    SnowyMuckish wrote: »
    I don’t do amazon I had too many bad experiences.

    Very different for me. For example anytime I have returned a product they have already started to process the refund before they even receive it.
    But if you support more local business that's good. I use amazon because it's easy and I'm lazy.


  • #8
    the_syco
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 37,305 ✭✭✭✭the_syco


    This looks like something I bought once. Used to use it to trim my head, now use it to trim my beard; https://www.argos.ie/static/Product/partNumber/4438403/Trail/searchtext%3EREMINGTON+HAIR+CLIPPER.htm for €28.99 except the one I have has a plug.

    Or this one on Amazon; https://www.amazon.co.uk/Remington-Clippers-Lengths-Trimming-Detailing/dp/B012F8MS9A/ for £29.99


  • #9
    DelBoy Trotter
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,484 ✭✭✭DelBoy Trotter


    SnowyMuckish wrote: »
    Good luck trying to source one, you missed that bandwagon sold out everywhere was looking for one for OH and my boys with no luck, if you find somewhere selling them let me know!

    I had a lot of hassle trying to find a half decent hair clippers in stock anywhere last weekend. I ended up buying from the Argos Ireland eBay store


  • #10
    Max H
    Registered Users Posts: 216 ✭✭Max H


    If your looking for hair clippers, Babyliss UK site. They have clippers in stock and do free delivery to Ireland. Just bought a set yesterday.

    I went through web site up to payment, but it wouldn't process payment, so i e-mailed their customer services yesterday morning with my details.
    At 4pm i got a call from a very nice customer support agent, who processed my order. Also explained that their system sometimes struggles with Irish address and numbers.

    She said they have had a 700% increase in clipper sales, so i would be quick


  • #11
    SnowyMuckish
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 870 ✭✭✭SnowyMuckish


    Max H wrote: »
    If your looking for hair clippers, Babyliss UK site. .....I went through web site up to payment, but it wouldn't process payment, ........ their system sometimes struggles with Irish address and numbers.

    Thanks! Just bought a set for £23 I used a Uk address through Address Pal with an Post so had no problem ordering.


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  • #12
    Max H
    Registered Users Posts: 216 ✭✭Max H


    SnowyMuckish wrote: »
    Thanks! Just bought a set for £23 I used a Uk address through Address Pal with an Post so had no problem ordering.


    I have Address Pal as well, but as its free to Ireland, thought it would save a trip to post office during lockdown, she said they use DPD, be interesting to see whose arrives first.


  • #13
    rubberdungeon
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 607 ✭✭✭rubberdungeon


    Argos is back online offering selected items for home delivery

    https://m.argos.ie/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Search?searchTerms=Hair&filter=http%253A%252F%252Fwww.argos.ie%252Fwebapp%252Fwcs%252Fstores%252Fservlet%252FSearch%253FstoreId%253D10152%2526langId%253D111%2526q%253DHair%2526c_1%253D1%257Ccategory_root%257CHealth%252Band%252Bpersonal%252Bcare%257C14418350%2526c_2%253D2%257Ccat_14418350%257CMen%252527s%252BGrooming%257C14418417


  • #14
    tuxy
    Closed Accounts Posts: 14,983 ✭✭✭✭tuxy


    rubberdungeon wrote: »
    Argos is back online offering selected items for home delivery

    https://m.argos.ie/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Search?searchTerms=Hair&filter=http%253A%252F%252Fwww.argos.ie%252Fwebapp%252Fwcs%252Fstores%252Fservlet%252FSearch%253FstoreId%253D10152%2526langId%253D111%2526q%253DHair%2526c_1%253D1%257Ccategory_root%257CHealth%252Band%252Bpersonal%252Bcare%257C14418350%2526c_2%253D2%257Ccat_14418350%257CMen%252527s%252BGrooming%257C14418417

    When I use the site and look at a number of the hair clippers it says use the full site(not mobile) then on the full site it says home delivery not available.

    So hair clippers are not included in the select items.


  • #15
    rubberdungeon
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 607 ✭✭✭rubberdungeon


    tuxy wrote: »
    When I use the site and look at a number of the hair clippers it says use the full site(not mobile) then on the full site it says home delivery not available.

    So hair clippers are not included in the select items.


    That’s a pity, posted with good intentions


  • #16
    Bullocks
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,890 ✭✭✭Bullocks


    Bought a babyliss crew cut one in Boots the other day. €89 for the flipping thing but the wife said they had only 3 left on the shelf and that was the cheapest one.
    I'm 37 years getting a short back and sides and gave myself a blade 2 all over the night before last. Love the feel of it and I'll probably keep the hair this way now but will probably need a hairdresser to tidy the lines on the neck and around the lugs sometime again


  • #17
    bush
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,878 ✭✭✭bush


    https://www.babyliss.co.uk/super-clipper-xtp-hair-clipper-7475DU.html

    Seems like a decent price for this one. 100 euro on argos


  • #18
    GinSoaked
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,049 ✭✭✭GinSoaked


    This kemei https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07MJFRF1N/ was recommended in another thread #85. I've one on order but price was £27.95 .


  • #19
    Max H
    Registered Users Posts: 216 ✭✭Max H


    bush wrote: »
    https://www.babyliss.co.uk/super-clipper-xtp-hair-clipper-7475DU.html

    Seems like a decent price for this one. 100 euro on argos

    Thats what i ordered, gets good reviews


  • #20
    masterboy123
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,827 ✭✭✭masterboy123


    Is it true that Argos not delivering hair clippers? Any other alternatives please?


  • #21
    Max H
    Registered Users Posts: 216 ✭✭Max H


    masterboy123 wrote: »
    Is it true that Argos not delivering hair clippers? Any other alternatives please?

    As on this thread
    Babyliss UK site free delivery to Ireland


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  • #22
    masterboy123
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,827 ✭✭✭masterboy123


    Sorry I just read it now.

    Could anyone recommend babyliss model please.
    Max H wrote: »
    As on this thread
    Babyliss UK site free delivery to Ireland


  • #23
    Alf Veedersane
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 24,654 ✭✭✭✭Alf Veedersane


    bush wrote: »
    https://www.babyliss.co.uk/super-clipper-xtp-hair-clipper-7475DU.html

    Seems like a decent price for this one. 100 euro on argos

    Just got a slightly different model to that one (though still super clipper) for €72.50 on Oxendales. Delivery in about a week. Should still be in lockdown long enough after I go at my hair for it to recover again if I make a balls of it :)


  • #24
    bush
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,878 ✭✭✭bush


    Alf Veedersane wrote: »
    Just got a slightly different model to that one (though still super clipper) for €72.50 on Oxendales. Delivery in about a week. Should still be in lockdown long enough after I go at my hair for it to recover again if I make a balls of it :)

    Not a bad price and they have 25% off for new customers. I wonder can I cancel the babyliss order :pac:


  • #25
    masterboy123
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,827 ✭✭✭masterboy123


    https://www.oxendales.ie/shop/babyliss-for-men-7498cu-powerlight-pro-hair-clipper-set/uo690/product/details/show.action?pdBoUid=2115

    Any idea how's this compared to the Super Gold clipper?


  • #26
    Ultrflat
    Registered Users Posts: 1,016 ✭✭✭Ultrflat


    Have to admit my beard trimmer is beginning to look tempting :pac:


  • #27
    masterboy123
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,827 ✭✭✭masterboy123


    I ordered it today also, around 70 work euros.

    Just wanted to clarify if shipping address shows Ireland for you? For me Ireland is there in billing address, but not in shipping address. Other address lines are all correct including Eir code.
    Max H wrote: »
    Thats what i ordered, gets good reviews


  • #28
    Max H
    Registered Users Posts: 216 ✭✭Max H


    masterboy123 wrote: »
    I ordered it today also, around 70 work euros.

    Just wanted to clarify if shipping address shows Ireland for you? For me Ireland is there in billing address, but not in shipping address. Other address lines are all correct including Eir code.

    if you have an order number e-mail the customer care e-mail, which is on the website to confirm your delivery address


  • #29
    uncle_sam_ie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,191 ✭✭✭uncle_sam_ie


    masterboy123 wrote: »
    https://www.oxendales.ie/shop/babyliss-for-men-7498cu-powerlight-pro-hair-clipper-set/uo690/product/details/show.action?pdBoUid=2115

    Any idea how's this compared to the Super Gold clipper?

    I ordered that one. It's all they had left, better than nothing.


  • #30
    masterboy123
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,827 ✭✭✭masterboy123


    I ordered super clipper from Babyliss website. It was out of stock yesterday but back in stock today.
    Let's see when it arrives though.
    uncle_sam_ie wrote: »
    I ordered that one. It's all they had left, better than nothing.


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  • #31
    dmc17
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,768 ✭✭✭dmc17


    Salon Savers based in Dublin seem to have a good selection. Haven't used them personally so probably best to call first to be sure they have some stock.

    I bought some stuff from Terrisales last week with next day delivery, but they are not listing many clippers on their site now so probably don't have many in stock just now.

    The Wahl Super Taper at ~€60 is a good clippers and seems to be showing as in stock when you add to cart on Salon Savers.


  • #32
    GinSoaked
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,049 ✭✭✭GinSoaked


    dmc17 wrote: »
    ...

    The Wahl Super Taper at ~€60 is a good clippers and seems to be showing as in stock when you add to cart on Salon Savers.

    Plus VAT on that one may be others?


  • #33
    dmc17
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,768 ✭✭✭dmc17


    GinSoaked wrote: »
    Plus VAT on that one may be others?

    Apologies, didn't know they were ex VAT prices. I've been using one of those clippers for years and would recommend


  • #34
    GinSoaked
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,049 ✭✭✭GinSoaked


    dmc17 wrote: »
    Apologies, didn't know they were ex VAT prices. I've been using one of those clippers for years and would recommend

    I looked at the price and wondered why it was so cheap.


  • #35
    Grueller Baby
    Registered Users Posts: 87 ✭✭Grueller Baby


    I have an electric razor that’s more for a beard than a hair cut... I’m tempted to give the back and sides a trim, how likely is it that I’ll be able to get a semi normal cut from it? I usually get a 0.5 on the back and sides so not bothered about the length.

    EDIT: it’s this one but I don’t have the additional heads anymore. https://ie.carethy.net/hygiene-and-health/braun/p-363940?r=4210201167556&gclid=CjwKCAjwg6b0BRBMEiwANd1_SBNDwcxDT3AF1j5mwSDE1pLm83DX19MG8Yw0qSttnw3cJepNhgkTrBoCtdcQAvD_BwE


  • #36
    billyhead
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,962 ✭✭✭billyhead


    Are you folks shaving your heads yourself. I live on my own so I don't know if I should give it a go myself in case I make a mess.


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  • #37
    tuxy
    Closed Accounts Posts: 14,983 ✭✭✭✭tuxy


    Depends how short you're going. If you go as short as the razor can go it's fairly obvious if you missed a spot when you feel the back of your head.
    That's what I go for but my hair grows back fast.
    For longer cuts I'm sure you could learn the basic techniques from youtube. And of course if you have a portable mirror you can use 2 mirrors to check the back of your head.


  • #38
    Pistachio19
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 494 ✭✭Pistachio19


    Our chemist has some in stock so will get one tomorrow. Husband tried cutting sons hair yesterday with a beard trimmer - no joy. It's too narrow and not powerful enough. He stopped after doing 2 short strips.


  • #39
    Alf Veedersane
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 24,654 ✭✭✭✭Alf Veedersane


    billyhead wrote: »
    Are you folks shaving your heads yourself. I live on my own so I don't know if I should give it a go myself in case I make a mess.

    I don't live alone but I intend to do it myself.

    I'll be using the bigger combs so it'll still be long enough that I probably can't make a total horror show of it.

    That said, I'm not incapable of making an àrse of it either :pac: But enough time without seeing too many people will pass before the growth covers the majority of sins.


  • #40
    masterboy123
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,827 ✭✭✭masterboy123


    Has your package been shipped? I checked for mine and it says "under process".
    bush wrote: »
    https://www.babyliss.co.uk/super-clipper-xtp-hair-clipper-7475DU.html

    Seems like a decent price for this one. 100 euro on argos


  • #41
    run_Forrest_run
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,446 ✭✭✭run_Forrest_run


    billyhead wrote: »
    Are you folks shaving your heads yourself. I live on my own so I don't know if I should give it a go myself in case I make a mess.

    If you are shaving all over with the same blade attachment then you won't go too far wrong doing it yourself. Obviously use a mirror and for the back of the head just take your time. A handy little trick is to check for missed areas by taking a small video recording of the back of your head, that will show what you've missed. It's not ideal but it's something when there is no one in the house to check for you.
    Another tip, like face shaving, it's all about the angle of the blade on the surface. Don't change the angle at the wrist, let the elbow do the moving and keep the wrist at the same position. That way will ensure you're always attacking the hair at the same angle all the time.

    Good luck with it.


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  • #42
    moonshadow
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,217 ✭✭✭moonshadow


    I bought two online today from power city €35 each with €6 delivery charge , should have them in two working Days.
    https://powercity.ie/product/HC366
    Giving a bad link but they had lots of stock.


  • #43
    endacl
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 22,353 ✭✭✭✭endacl


    Alf Veedersane wrote: »
    I don't live alone but I intend to do it myself.

    I'll be using the bigger combs so it'll still be long enough that I probably can't make a total horror show of it.

    That said, I'm not incapable of making an àrse of it either :pac: But enough time without seeing too many people will pass before the growth covers the majority of sins.

    If you’ve a round head you might end up looking like a tennis ball.


  • #44
    Alf Veedersane
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 24,654 ✭✭✭✭Alf Veedersane


    endacl wrote: »
    If you’ve a round head you might end up looking like a tennis ball.

    I don't but I've reconciled myself to the fact that I may look a bit odd.


  • #45
    GinSoaked
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,049 ✭✭✭GinSoaked


    I foresee an increase in hat sales to the point that it might even become fashionable to wear a hat.


  • #46
    garrettod
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,452 ✭✭✭garrettod


    Hi,

    Some of you might find this link useful, if looking for a few tips on how to cut hair:

    https://www.wikihow.com/Cut-a-Man%27s-Hair

    Thanks,

    G.



  • #47
    Vowel Movement
    Registered Users Posts: 299 ✭✭Vowel Movement


    I resorted to using the Zoofari animal clippers I got for the dog in Lidl. As far as I can tell they are basically the same clipers a barber would use. Number 4 all over, tidy job.


  • #48
    bush
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,878 ✭✭✭bush


    masterboy123 wrote: »
    Has your package been shipped? I checked for mine and it says "under process".

    Being Processed


  • #49
    masterboy123
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,827 ✭✭✭masterboy123


    Date Ordered: 05/04/2020
    Order Status: Being Processed

    I doubt if it would arrive by this week.
    bush wrote: »
    Being Processed


  • #50
    hardybuck
    Registered Users Posts: 5,174 ✭✭✭hardybuck


    Gents,

    Wondering how you're finding the scissors that accompany some of the electric clippers?

    While beggars can't be choosers at the moment, I have very thick hair, and I'd prefer to wait for restocking rather than butchering it with rubbish scissors.


  • #51
    GinSoaked
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,049 ✭✭✭GinSoaked


    My kemei https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07MJFRF1N/ arrived (early as it was on back order and not supposed to arrive till the 16th). So gave it a try out on the beard. WOW, 30 second job with a number 1 (3mm) guard/comb and its done.

    For thirty pounds its excellent, seems to be a good copy of a Whal trimmer and takes the Whal guards/combs, you get the standard (most often used) no 1, 2, 3 and 4 guards (3, 6, 10 and 13mm).

    Now I have to decide if I really need a hair cut :o

    Sorry just noticed its Currently not available on Amazon.


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