Andis 22685 Professional UltraEdge Super 2-Speed Detachable Blade Clipper – Rotary Motor with Shatter-Proof Housing, Runs Calm & Silent, 14-Inch Cord - For All Coats & Breeds - 120 Volts, Burgundy

We had one of these clippers years ago when we bred dogs. Now that we only have a couple of pet dogs in our care we didn't want to spend the money to buy a clipper of professional quality. We bought the next model down in quality thinking it would do for just the two we now have. I was wrong. The lesser model did not hold up and made the job so much harder and slower. This model is just so much more capable and powerful. I put it to work right away because the cheaper one was out of commission. The job went so quick and easy. I love the two speeds and the extra power and durability of this clipper. The last time we owned this model it lasted for ten years or more through hundreds of dogs. I doubt I will ever need to buy another one. Pay the bucks; you'll be glad you did.

These are the best dog clippers I've owned. I have two cocker spaniels who have thick, curly hair. Other clippers I've owned would get clogged and/or overheat. While these clippers did get a bit warm, they never clogged and glided right through the hair, even without brushing out the dog first. I highly recommend these clippers, especially if your dog has thick hair.

Just received them, today. These seemed the most liked and used according to the reviews, so I gave them a try. I also purchased the blue comb guards for those times when I actually have the patience to do a shape and trim, so together, the cost was roughly $165.Having never cut our cocker spaniel's hair (always used a groomer @ $55 each time), finally decided to just buy a very good pair of clippers to do it myself and save some money.So, after 4 months with no grooming, her hair had gotten thick, long, shaggy, and matted. I wasn't in the mood to try a shaping or trim, so I decided to just give her a nice close summer cut. The number 10 blade that came with it was perfect.Taking my time and being very careful, since I was a newbie, and then going over her a second time, I finished in about 1 hour (I stopped every 15 minutes for about 3 minutes each, to let the motor take a break).The blade went through her coat nicely. Some areas were a bit choppy after the first pass, but the second pass cleared most of it up. She never showed any signs of discomfort while I was cutting, so the blades couldn't have gotten hot enough for her to be bothered, and I was able to hold the blade to my fingers without much discomfort either. The body of the clippers never got hot at all, and was comfortable to handle.After 3 or 4 cuts, these will have easily paid for themselves. Happy with the first experience, but will definitely follow up should anything change in the future.

I am basing my review on customer service. I have purchase multiple clippers in the past. They have always been satisfactory.I run an animal welfare surgical facility and we have to keep clippers on hand at all times as they are in constant use. I purchased a new clipper in September and received them on September 11th. They were purchased as a back up clipper as we had just opened our last one. Today is November 8th, they were opened today for the first time. Out of the box they did not work. It clearly states on their paperwork NOT to call the store they were purchased at...to call them directly. I did as they asked. When I reached their customer service rep "Jenny", she was more concerned with schooling me on the proper use of clippers. I had already explained that we are well versed in clipper use. I have 36 years experience alone! Then she condescendingly asked if we were maintaining the clippers properly with the oil that was provided. Again, I repeated that we just opened them today and they did not work out of the box. She then said we should have used them the day they were received and to check my warranty. Once again, I told her they were not needed when they were received. They were ordered as back up. She then told me to send them in at our expense and they would "look at them". I asked for her name....rather then answer me, she asked for both my first and last name and tried to hang up. When I interrupted her, she unwillingly provided her first name and refused to provide her last name. I asked to speak with her supervisor. she put me on a long hold only to come back to say her supervisor was too busy to speak to me. A company is only as good as it's representatives. This was a horrible experience!!! Never again Andis. $160.00 for a new pair of clippers that you berate the customer for when approached, expect them to pay more so you can"look at them", and you treat a long time client with untenable disrespect.

The performance is fantastic! It glides through the coat of a mini goldendoodle, whose coat mats easily. Have owned for a year now and everything still works, even the blade guards. I took one star off because I'm a little peeved that they didn't supply a protective, storage case for this price.

I have a cocker spaniel. Finally bought this gem and paid more yes....and beyond happy. My $50 pair I bought finally quit working and never was happy with them. A hair cut for my dog went from 1 1/2 hours or I'll finish it tomorrow to 35 mins! I just got done and yes only used once. I was only on 1st speed. Never even went to the 2nd speed. It did not get hot like other reviews might say, maybe towards the end a little warm but nothing that hurt him or me. Its a motor. It'll get a little warm. Nice long cord and the #10 worked great as I just shave him down. I don't do the cocker cut as I can't brush 20 times a day to get tangles out plus he gets hot with long hair.I admit I usually do two haircuts then back to the groomer for a real deal so yes I'm saving money in the long run. I'm no groomer but this was the best time he and I had as it wasn't loud running and truly like a hot knife through butter. Reminder only used once just a few mins ago and be back to get him next month sometime but these are built well. I only put a 4 star on weight. Its 2 pounds give or take and ounce but to me it's fine and I knew I had a genuine good product. Do yourself and your pup a favor and spend the extra money, clean the tool, and grease when needed.