Customer Rating:  
Summary: Nifty solution to the DIY Barbers toolkit
Comment: If you're the type that likes to give yourself your own haircut from time to time, Remington's Short Cut Clipper is a solid tool if you have 'some' experience administering clipper cuts to your self.
The blade shape of this clipper set was clearly designed for DIY Barbers as its curvature allows for a more intuitive feel on your head. Rather then mowing a set of clippers in difficult to reach areas such as the back of your head, this set is designed for users to blindly sweep back and forth like a hair brush and maintain even results.
What I also found to particularly helpful is the fact that this device is cordless (albeit after a lengthy charge) which allows for quick and easy cleanup by taking this outdoors. Give this device a try if you're even a tiny bit curious and a fan of short cuts - the device will pay for itself within 2-3 uses.
Customer Rating:
Summary: An Oddly Useful, Convenient Clipper
Comment: Truth be told? I ordered this for my cat. I admit it. But now I only use it on my head.
This has got to be one of the most interesting hair clipper ideas I have ever seen. It's certainly quirky, but it works, and it works well.
I have an Oster professional trimmer that I love, but there was one day at the end of the summer where I was in a hurry and didn't feel like unpacking it. I really needed a trim, so I took this Remington, which I had purchased, as I said, for my long-haired cat, and, having not used it on the cat yet, I tried it myself. I put on the plastic guide, set it on the "longest" hair setting, and went to town.
And it actually did a really good job. Seriously.
This is one of those products that you think to yourself, "what is this, the new version of the Flo-Bee?" and no one would blame you for thinking so. But I've used it on my goatee (or van-dyke, to be accurate) and it worked just fine. It has a sideburn trimmer on the side above the power button that does an amazingly good job. It's very accurate, solid, and I used it to do the close work on my beard with excellent results as well.
This is a device that you could really use every day if you wanted a fresh trim. In a couple of minutes, you're done. Look, this isn't a salon-calibre haircut you're going to get from this, but if you or your kids like really short hair in the summertime, then you're going to save a fortune on barber fees with this in the bathroom drawer. And hours of barbershop time.
Is it for everyone then? Not a chance. But this light weight, rechargable clipper will give good clean no-nonsense and yes, short haircuts that look good in no time, with just a few passes over your head, as if you were combing your hair.
Or, you could buy it for your cat. I'm still considering trying it on her, but I like having it around just for me, and the cat keeps giving me strange looks whenever I consider it...
Customer Rating:
Summary: Excellent
Comment: Unique product, works well. Two suggestions for improvement:
1. It's a hassle having to stop the clipper motor and use a small brush several times during the cut in order to remove accumulated hair.
2. Would like a drop charger.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Great! - but 1 star goes off for its lacking of a storage box or pouch (is Remington listening?)
Comment: I must start with a confession: I used to be a Flowbee man well... until last night. I hate hair-cutting/sculpting/design establishments for several reasons but I won't go into that now. The short of it is that I've been cutting my own hair for the past 15 years or so.
I ordered this clipper because Amazon had it on sale and I thought I'd give it a try. Somewhat to my surprise, I like it and I will use it to cut my hair. I will also use it to cut my boys' hair because they hate the 'professional' jobs too.
This is sold as a 'short cut' device but, as someone famous used to say, it all depends on what the meaning of 'short' is. The manual suggests that the 'longest' setting is at 1/2 inch but, in practice, you can easily do 1-inch and even longer haircuts.
The operation is easy: after you charge the device, you turn it on and you begin 'combing' your hair with it. My wife started it but, after a few minutes, I became confident enough to do it myself with her watching and cheerleading me. I works fast but you may have to take it apart and clean it if your hair is too long to begin with. I had to do that. The end-result is something that could easily pass for a $20 salon job.
Technical details:
- The blade's shape approximates the curvature of the skull, making for a more even cut.
- Rechargeable - needs no batteries for its lifetime.
- The blade guard can be removed for cleaning.
- Can be cleaned with water or a brush.
- Comes with 2 combs, one of them allowing for a 'near-bold' length while protecting the skin.
My big issue with this device is that you get:
- the clipper itself
- the regular comb
- the bold-cut comb
- the brush
- the 1/8 ounce oil bottle
- the charge adapter
It adds up to SIX discrete, small or very small (the brush, the oil bottle) and easy to misplace items and there is no storage box or bag included. I would have gladly paid a few more dollars if such a necessary convenience was added. Since this is not the case, I am taking away 1 star from what should have been an easy 5-star evaluation.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Do a great job
Comment: Pro: Great product, Very easy to use! Do a great job with my 1/2" cut!
Con: The rechargeable battery run too short! Need better battery. Or operated with cord. Right now, when you charging it, you can't use.
I rated 4 stars, If they improve the battery will have 4.5 and i will recommended to my friends for sure.
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