I remember when clipper blades used to last forever lol

Back when I started cutting in 2008, I had a pair of Oster 76s that I swear never needed a new blade for like 3 years straight. I just oiled them, brushed them out, and they kept going. Now with these newer cordless clippers, I'm swapping blades every 4 or 5 months and they cost like $40 a pop. I think it's because everything is made lighter now with plastic housings and the blades are thinner. I switched over to the Wahl Seniors about two years ago and the blade life is a little better but still not what it used to be. Has anyone else noticed the same thing with their clipper blades wearing out faster these days?

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pat_schmidt601mo ago

Ain't it more about how often you're using them than the build quality?

the_ryan1mo ago

You ever seen a buddy's cheap drill burn out after two decks while his expensive one's still running years later? That's what happened to my friend @pat_schmidt60 - his weekend warrior stuff barely gets touched and it's fine, but the daily driver tools just can't hold up to the abuse.