Question 1

What are Straight Dog Grooming Scissors used for?

Accepted Answer

As the name implies, straight dog grooming scissors cut straight lines that are perfect for trimming down a large amounts of fur at the same time. Depending on the size, the use may vary. For example, a 4.5 inch straight shear is perfect for trimming off the long hairs that block the dog's sight, around its ear, and some on the feet. Bigger shears like a 9inch straight shear is perfect for large dogs with a lot of hair coverage to take care of.

Question 2

What are the advantages and disadvantages of Straight Dog Grooming Scissors?

Accepted Answer

WeStraight shears are good for trimming down fur in a long straight line but it is hard to use around the ankles, limbs, and feet.

Question 3

What are the most common uses for Straight Dog Grooming Scissor?

Accepted Answer

Straight dog grooming scissors / shears are used for general body grooming, drawing straight lines, and giving any properly prepared coat a crisp and precise finish.

Question 4

What are the most common problems associated with Straight Dog Grooming Scissor?

Accepted Answer

Common problems with this scissor type according to some groomers are its weight, which throughout the busy day, hurts their wrists, shoulders, and even back. Another one is it's too rigid for some. It's hard to make cuts at certain angulation which would be easier if done with a specialized shear.

Question 5

What are the advantages and disadvantages of Curved Dog Grooming Scissors?

Accepted Answer

Unlike the Straight shears and scissors, curved dog grooming scissors are best used for finishing curved or angled cuts. However, it isn't suitable for initial cuts when you have to take off a lot of fur until desired volume.

Question 6

What are the most common uses for Curved Dog Grooming Scissor?

Accepted Answer

The curved dog grooming scissors are specifically designed for round finishes. The rounder or more angulation required, the more bent the scissors should be. It is also the reason there are heavily bent curved scissors for that purpose alone.

Question 7

What are the advantages and disadvantages of Thinning Dog Grooming Scissor?

Accepted Answer

Thinning scissors are great for removing bulk fur from dogs using less teeth than a blending scissor.

Question 8

What are the advantages and disadvantages of Blender Dog Grooming Scissors?

Accepted Answer

Blender dog grooming scissors are perfect for smoothing out straight lines to create a seamless look on the dogs.

Question 9

What are the advantages and disadvantages of Chunking Dog Grooming Scissor?

Accepted Answer

Almost similar to a blender dog grooming scissor, chunkers or chunking dog grooming scissors cover harsh full-bladed cuts and adds a little more texture to the coat.

Question 10

What To Look For In Dog Grooming Scissors

Accepted Answer

Look out for appropriate length, proper grip, offset handle, straight handle, swivel handle. Quality materials such as 440c stainless steel for your metal, a reputable brand/dealer so if you have any issues with the shears, you have recourse. Make sure the shears fit your hands meaning they have finger inserts to fit your hands.

Question 11

What does ergonomically designed mean?

Accepted Answer

Ergonomic shears will reduce stress and tension in your hand and your grip. Less fatigue over time with the designed handle.

Question 12

Does It Have Removable Finger Rings?

Accepted Answer

All GSH shears come with removable gel inserts. These are very important for proper sizing.

Question 13

Does It Have Tension Adjusters?

Accepted Answer

All shears have tension adjusters. Some like ours have an outside clicker plate or tension knob and some have internal tension knob.

Question 14

Are the dog grooming scissors made from 440c Japanese Stainless Steel?

Accepted Answer

Some are and some aren’t. You might want to check with the brand. A lot of them will say their products are made from 440C Japanese stainless steel but aren't. That's another reason you want to go with a reputable brand to make sure you’re getting what you’re actually paying for. But that is the industry minimum standard for any reputable seller of shears.

Question 15

How many grooming scissors do I need?

Accepted Answer

Depending on what type of grooming you’re doing. Shears are like any other tool. For example, a mechanic can get a job done with only two tools if he has to. But to make the job easier and faster and more effective, he has a different tool for each job. The same thing with scissors for each recut you can accomplish your results a lot quicker and that’s why you have different scissors.

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How to reassemble a GSH Shear - Walkthrough Video

Step 1: Identify important parts of your GSH Shear

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