Oster Golden A-5 two speed clipper - YorkieTalk.com Forums

xxmxaxrxyxx · 04-22-2008, 09:05 AM

What are your opinion on this particular clipper? Anyone with experience? Pro(s) and Con(s)? I am looking to buy all the supplies to start grooming at home and need advice and opinion on the best clipper for the money. Thanks in advance.

xxmxaxrxyxx · 04-22-2008, 12:40 PM

anyone? doesn't anyone have this particular clipper? if not then do you have and works good? thanks!

Yorkie3 · 04-22-2008, 12:48 PM

I know it was recommended by Susan who made the grooming DVD. I haven't purchased it yet though, because I keep mine in long coat.

Reese1 · 04-22-2008, 01:55 PM

I just ordered this after watching Sue's grooming video, no experience with it yet!

YorkieRose · 04-22-2008, 03:19 PM

I have used this clipper for over 25 yrs. I am on my second one..I was a full time groomer for some years. The only thing I miss about my old Oster is the cord was a very pliable rubber..the newer one is stiffer and gets in my way...

I used to wrap the cord around the clipper when finished and it unrolled into a straight, flexiable cord...the newer one I have retains its coiled shape...I think I will tell Oster this..it is not an improvement in my eyes...but my clipper is 4 yrs old so the newest ones may be different. Otherwise if love it.

tigerelsker · 04-22-2008, 03:26 PM

I just used mine for the first time sun & mon. We groomed my 5yr old & the 2 4mos olds.

It's not very loud at all, my 4mos old was starting to fall asleep during the clipping.

it does get heavy after awhile. The blades do get quite warm after awhile, but i have 2, so I switch them. For the other blade that i only have 1 of, i put it in the frige for about 10min to cool it off.

the handle gets warm to our touch as well, but not warm enough to stop working.

i did my 5 yr old in 1hr, he sits really well. we did the 2 4mos olds, in 2 days, we did smaller sessions being it's their first time being groomed, they didn't like it near their head or feet, but I think that will get better with time, and when they get older.

I love it, it was the best investment i've made in a while. I bought it on amazon, like a month ago, and i found oster has a 15% rebate if you spend over $100.

Good luck.

yorkiekist · 04-22-2008, 09:56 PM

I love mine and have used them for 25 years also. I have my first one that still runs great and another one.

YorkieChick1 · 04-22-2008, 10:15 PM

I bought mine on Petedge and received the trimmer for free!! I've only groomed 2 of my dogs with it but I loved it!! It is alot quieter than I thought. I also bought Sue's DVD and loved it!!

xxmxaxrxyxx · 04-23-2008, 04:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Yorkie3

I know it was recommended by Susan who made the grooming DVD. I haven't purchased it yet though, because I keep mine in long coat.

wow really...i really have to sit down and watch the video...thanks...i received my video but haven't had the chance to watch it...i was planning to watch it this weekend...hehe

xxmxaxrxyxx · 04-23-2008, 04:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Reese1

I just ordered this after watching Sue's grooming video, no experience with it yet!

hehe...thanks...what else was recommended since i am getting ready to place an order with petedge..

xxmxaxrxyxx · 04-23-2008, 04:49 AM

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Originally Posted by YorkieRose

I have used this clipper for over 25 yrs. I am on my second one..I was a full time groomer for some years. The only thing I miss about my old Oster is the cord was a very pliable rubber..the newer one is stiffer and gets in my way...

I used to wrap the cord around the clipper when finished and it unrolled into a straight, flexiable cord...the newer one I have retains its coiled shape...I think I will tell Oster this..it is not an improvement in my eyes...but my clipper is 4 yrs old so the newest ones may be different. Otherwise if love it.

hehe...wow that is great to hear...i guess this will be the clipper that i purchased...thanks!

xxmxaxrxyxx · 04-23-2008, 04:50 AM

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Originally Posted by tigerelsker

I just used mine for the first time sun & mon. We groomed my 5yr old & the 2 4mos olds.

It's not very loud at all, my 4mos old was starting to fall asleep during the clipping.

it does get heavy after awhile. The blades do get quite warm after awhile, but i have 2, so I switch them. For the other blade that i only have 1 of, i put it in the frige for about 10min to cool it off.

the handle gets warm to our touch as well, but not warm enough to stop working.

i did my 5 yr old in 1hr, he sits really well. we did the 2 4mos olds, in 2 days, we did smaller sessions being it's their first time being groomed, they didn't like it near their head or feet, but I think that will get better with time, and when they get older.

I love it, it was the best investment i've made in a while. I bought it on amazon, like a month ago, and i found oster has a 15% rebate if you spend over $100.

Good luck.

oh really...where do you find the rebate at? thanks!

xxmxaxrxyxx · 04-23-2008, 04:51 AM

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Originally Posted by yorkiekist

I love mine and have used them for 25 years also. I have my first one that still runs great and another one.

wow sounds like this clipper last pretty long...and a lot of people truly love their clipper...i guess i am going to take a jump at it...i am tired of taking my 6 dogs to the groomer...it gets pretty expensive...a matter of fact the clipper would pay itself off after just 1 grooming session for 4 of them...hehe...so i am going to purchase it...hehe..

xxmxaxrxyxx · 04-23-2008, 04:52 AM

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Originally Posted by YorkieChick1

I bought mine on Petedge and received the trimmer for free!! I've only groomed 2 of my dogs with it but I loved it!! It is alot quieter than I thought. I also bought Sue's DVD and loved it!!

thanks what else was recommended on her video...i haven't had time to sit down and watch it...hehe...with a full time job, running another business, getting migraines and taking care of the furkids...doesn't seem like there is enough time in a day...hehe

SueNCricket 2 · 04-23-2008, 02:37 PM

The Oster Golden A-5 is a great clipper if you are trying to de matt dogs, have to clip through thick coated breeds like cocker spaniels and such...but if you are just grooming your own dogs at home, and they are yorkies...then the 2 speed is really not the clipper for you. The single speed would be just fine.
The 2 speed will work, but you do not really need the second speed (higher RPM's) .
JMHO as a long time groomer.

Sue & Cricket

04-22-2008, 09:05 AM	#1
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04-22-2008, 12:40 PM	#2
xxmxaxrxyxx BANNED FROM SHOPPING!! Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Wichita, KS Posts: 6,826 Blog Entries: 1	anyone? doesn't anyone have this particular clipper? if not then do you have and works good? thanks! __________________ Kaine Kandie Tootsie Yoshiko MeiLing Kioko Tootsie Smokey \|\| Yoshi Mochi \|\| MeiLing Kacy \|\| Kioko is still searching for his Cinderella.

04-22-2008, 12:48 PM	#3
Yorkie3 Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Indiana Posts: 4,277 Blog Entries: 1	I know it was recommended by Susan who made the grooming DVD. I haven't purchased it yet though, because I keep mine in long coat. __________________ Janet Joey, Gidget, Fancy, Emilee My Web-site MySpace Pee Pads Blow Out Sale http://www.pee-pads.com/FreeShipping

04-22-2008, 01:55 PM	#4
Reese1 Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Ohio Posts: 1,294	I just ordered this after watching Sue's grooming video, no experience with it yet! __________________ Crosley Wrigley Camden

04-22-2008, 03:19 PM	#5
YorkieRose YT 4000 Club Member Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: South Florida Posts: 6,929	clipper I have used this clipper for over 25 yrs. I am on my second one..I was a full time groomer for some years. The only thing I miss about my old Oster is the cord was a very pliable rubber..the newer one is stiffer and gets in my way... I used to wrap the cord around the clipper when finished and it unrolled into a straight, flexiable cord...the newer one I have retains its coiled shape...I think I will tell Oster this..it is not an improvement in my eyes...but my clipper is 4 yrs old so the newest ones may be different. Otherwise if love it. __________________ Pat, Kate and Emee Prim

04-22-2008, 03:26 PM	#6
tigerelsker Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Lackawanna, NY Posts: 134	I just used mine for the first time sun & mon. We groomed my 5yr old & the 2 4mos olds. It's not very loud at all, my 4mos old was starting to fall asleep during the clipping. it does get heavy after awhile. The blades do get quite warm after awhile, but i have 2, so I switch them. For the other blade that i only have 1 of, i put it in the frige for about 10min to cool it off. the handle gets warm to our touch as well, but not warm enough to stop working. i did my 5 yr old in 1hr, he sits really well. we did the 2 4mos olds, in 2 days, we did smaller sessions being it's their first time being groomed, they didn't like it near their head or feet, but I think that will get better with time, and when they get older. I love it, it was the best investment i've made in a while. I bought it on amazon, like a month ago, and i found oster has a 15% rebate if you spend over $100. Good luck. __________________ Zeus (Little Gentleman's Club) b: 12/29/02 -=- Dogster - 569597 Augie (Little Gentleman's Club) b: 12/24/07 -=- Dogster - 738346

04-22-2008, 09:56 PM	#7
yorkiekist YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Arizona Posts: 1,538	I love mine and have used them for 25 years also. I have my first one that still runs great and another one.

04-22-2008, 10:15 PM	#8
YorkieChick1 Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Bay Area, California Posts: 1,180	I bought mine on Petedge and received the trimmer for free!! I've only groomed 2 of my dogs with it but I loved it!! It is alot quieter than I thought. I also bought Sue's DVD and loved it!! __________________ Nanci 's her furbabies!!http://www.dogster.com/dogs/434890 Brooke Mindy BooBoo And My Chichis: Baby & Bitsy There's nothing that brightens my day more than a puppy kiss!

04-23-2008, 02:37 PM	#15
SueNCricket 2 Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: MICHIGAN Posts: 196	for one dog or a busy grooming shop? The Oster Golden A-5 is a great clipper if you are trying to de matt dogs, have to clip through thick coated breeds like cocker spaniels and such...but if you are just grooming your own dogs at home, and they are yorkies...then the 2 speed is really not the clipper for you. The single speed would be just fine. The 2 speed will work, but you do not really need the second speed (higher RPM's) . JMHO as a long time groomer. Sue & Cricket __________________ http://crownroyalyorkies.com GROOMING DVD'S & CUTE YORKIE ITEMS