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Read Blacksmith Blades articles, care guides, and product education organized for the new storefront.
Articles
Guides and updates for stylists, barbers, students, and at-home cutters.
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Published posts
November 6, 2026/3 min read
Learn how to spot a bulky transition, name your goal, and plan a small first pass with the 9CR 25T Professional Thinning Shear so you don't remove weight throughout the whole haircut.
November 5, 2026/3 min read
Sort haircut jobs between the straight cutting shear and the thinning shear in the 440C Ergonomic Cutting/Thinning Set, see where a different tool is needed, and learn how the 5.5, 6 and 6.5 inch sizes fit section type.
November 4, 2026/2 min read
Choosing a cutter length for this set comes down to the work you do most, how the shear sits in your hand, and your technique. Here is how you can weigh those factors and pick a size and handle.
November 3, 2026/3 min read
Wipe it down, oil the pivot, read how it cuts, and store it protected. Here is a short closing routine you can use with your VG10 10T Thinning/Texturizing/Chunker Shear- Polished.
November 3, 2026/3 min read
Wipe your cutting shear, oil the pivot, know which changes in feel call for a tension check, and put the shear away in protected storage. A closing routine for your 9CR with 32T kit.
November 3, 2026/3 min read
A short closing routine for your 9CR 6.5 Professional Cutting Shear: wipe it down, oil the pivot, read changes in cutting feel, and use protected storage and hair-only cutting to address the storage and misuse behind most preventable damage.
November 3, 2026/2 min read
Wipe your shears, oil the pivot, close the blades, and put them in the Sport Clips Shear Case. Here is a short after-shift sequence you can follow, plus what to check before you order the case.
November 2, 2026/2 min read
Learn how you can wipe, oil the pivot, notice tension changes, and store your 6CR 6.0 Professional Cutting Shear at the end of a shift, plus when it is time to send it for service.
November 1, 2026/3 min read
A practical end-of-shift routine for your 6CR 5.5in Hair Cutting Shear: wipe it down, oil the pivot, store it with protected blades, and know when a change in feel calls for a tension check or service.
October 30, 2026/3 min read
Wipe the shear down, oil the pivot, know when to check tension, and store it protected. Here is how you can handle your 9CR 7.0 Professional Cutting Shear at the end of a shift.
October 29, 2026/3 min read
Wipe, oil the pivot, check tension when the feel changes, and store your 6CR 7 Inch Professional Cutting Shear protected. Here is how you can wrap up a shift and know when to stop.
October 28, 2026/2 min read
Learn a simple end-of-shift routine for your hair shears: wipe them down, add a small amount of Shear Oil at the pivot, work it in by opening and closing, then store them protected.
October 25, 2026/2 min read
Wipe and dry your shears, oil the pivot, close the blades, and put them in the Shear Case before you pack your kit. Here is how to run that routine at the end of a shift.
October 24, 2026/3 min read
Wrap up your shift with a simple routine for the cutting shear and 32T thinner in your 3 Piece Haircutting Kit - 6CR: wipe them down, oil the pivot, watch tension, and store them in the wallet.
October 23, 2026/3 min read
Wipe, oil and store your 9CR 42T Professional Thinning Shear after a shift, and recognize changes in cutting feel that can prompt a tension check or professional service.
October 22, 2026/3 min read
A closing routine for your Branded Shears - Sport Clips set: wipe the blades, oil the pivot, and store both shears in the case, with a tension check if your cutting feel changes.
October 21, 2026/3 min read
Wipe, oil, and store your 6CR 6.5 Professional Cutting Shear after a shift, then run a feel check before your next client or at the start of your next shift.
October 20, 2026/4 min read
Wipe, oil, check the feel, and store: a short closing routine you can run on your 440C Orchid Blade Thinning Shears, plus when to stop adjusting and when to send them for service.
October 19, 2026/3 min read
Learn how to wipe, oil, check, and store the shears from your 5 Piece Hair Cutting Kit - 6CR after a shift, with a clear point for when to stop adjusting and send them for service.
October 17, 2026/3 min read
Wipe, oil the pivot, check tension when signs appear and store your shears protected. A short closing routine for the shears in the 5 Piece Hair Cutting Kit - 9CR.
October 16, 2026/4 min read
Residue, a dry pivot, an off cutting feel, or loose storage each call for a different response. Here is how to match your end-of-shift care for the 440C Ergonomic Blade Thinning Shears to what you notice.
October 15, 2026/3 min read
Folding, pulling or a dull feel does not always mean you need sharpening. Use this clean, oil, test, adjust-a-little and retest routine to check tension on your 9CR 5.5in Fixed Tang shear.
October 14, 2026/4 min read
Your 9CR 32T Professional Thinning Shear needs a consistent post-session routine — wipe the blades and teeth, oil the pivot, check tension, and store it safely — to keep the pivot smooth and the edge clean between sharpening services.
October 13, 2026/4 min read
Your 6CR 32T Professional Thinning Shear needs a consistent post-session routine — wipe the blades and teeth, oil the pivot, check tension, and store it safely — to keep the pivot smooth and the edge clean between sharpening services.
October 12, 2026/4 min read
Your 9CR 25T Professional Thinning Shear needs a consistent post-session routine — wipe the blades and teeth, oil the pivot, check tension, and store it safely — to keep the pivot smooth and the edge clean between sharpening services.
October 10, 2026/2 min read
The Manicure Set keeps three nail clippers, small scissors, and assorted grooming tools together in a hinged case with elastic loops so every piece stays in its slot and is ready when you need it.
October 8, 2026/4 min read
The 9CR 5.5in Hair Cutting Shear – Fixed Tang is a compact straight cutting shear for detail, layering and point work. Here is how to choose your handle, check tension and care for it after every session.
October 7, 2026/4 min read
A practical before-during-after workflow for the VG10 Thinning/Texturizing Shear – Matte Black, covering purpose, placement, hair-type adjustments, and daily care after every session.
October 6, 2026/2 min read
The Blacksmith Blades Student Backpack is designed to help you carry school and salon essentials in one organized bag, with dedicated storage areas that keep your daily supplies separated and easy to reach.
October 4, 2026/5 min read
The 440C Ergonomic Cutting/Thinning Set pairs a straight cutting shear with a thinning shear. Here is how to choose your size, sequence both tools, and care for them after every session.
October 2, 2026/5 min read
The VG10 Master Series Matte Black Cutting/Thinning Set pairs a straight cutting shear with a matching thinning shear. Here is how to sequence both tools and care for them after every session.
October 1, 2026/5 min read
Getting consistent results from the 3 Piece Haircutting Kit - 9CR with 32T starts with knowing what each tool does, applying deliberate technique with the 32T thinning shear, and following a simple daily care routine.
September 30, 2026/4 min read
Learn what the 6CR 6.0 Professional Cutting Shear is designed for, how to choose your handle, check tension, and follow a simple daily care routine after every session.
September 29, 2026/4 min read
Learn what the 6CR 5.5in Hair Cutting Shear is built for, how to choose your handle, check tension, and follow a simple daily care routine after every session.
September 28, 2026/4 min read
The 9CR 6.5 Professional Cutting Shear suits larger sections and scissor-over-comb work. Here is how to confirm it fits your task, choose your handle, check tension, and care for it after every session.
September 27, 2026/4 min read
The 9CR 7.0 Professional Cutting Shear is a 7-inch straight cutting shear suited for longer sections and scissor-over-comb work. Here is how to confirm it fits your task, choose your handle, check tension, and care for it after every session.
September 26, 2026/4 min read
Learn what the 6CR 7 Inch Professional Cutting Shear is designed for, how to choose your handle, check tension, and follow a simple daily care routine to protect the edge and pivot between sessions.
September 25, 2026/2 min read
Learn exactly where and when to apply Blacksmith Blades Shear Oil at the pivot, how to work it through the blades, and why this step supports smooth movement and accurate tension checks.
September 25, 2026/5 min read
The VG10 10T Chunker is built for pronounced texturizing, not fine blending. Here is how to use it with purpose, controlled placement, and a simple daily care routine.
September 24, 2026/2 min read
The Sport Clips Shear Case gives your branded shears a dedicated place in your kit. Here is how to prepare and pack them correctly every time.
September 23, 2026/3 min read
Learn how to prepare your shears before packing them and use the Shear Case to keep your cutting tools protected during transport between home, school, and the salon.
September 22, 2026/4 min read
The 3 Piece Haircutting Kit - 6CR includes a cutting shear, a 32T thinning shear, and a hand/feather razor. Learn each tool's role and a simple wipe, oil, and storage routine after each session.
September 22, 2026/5 min read
A practical before-during-after workflow for the 9CR 42T Professional Thinning Shear — covering purpose, placement, hair-type adjustments, and daily care to keep the tool performing consistently.
September 22, 2026/4 min read
The Branded Shears - Sport Clips set pairs a 6-inch cutting shear with a 32T thinning shear. Here is how to use each tool, sequence them in a haircut, and care for both after every session.
September 22, 2026/3 min read
Learn what the 6CR 6.5 Professional Cutting Shear is designed for, how to apply it as a straight cutting tool, and how to follow a simple daily care routine to protect the edge and pivot between sessions.
September 21, 2026/3 min read
A practical before-during-after workflow for using the 440C Orchid Blade Thinning Shears — covering purpose, placement, hair-type adjustments, and daily care to keep the tool performing consistently.
September 21, 2026/3 min read
A September 2026 Salon Today column by Tracy Rado of Balanced Beauty Edit cites Global Wellness Institute projections and Circana beauty sales figures to argue salons already sit inside the wellness industry's own definition — and can grow with it through three incremental operational moves.
September 20, 2026/4 min read
The 5 Piece Hair Cutting Kit - 6CR includes five distinct tools. Here is how to understand the role of each piece and follow a daily care routine that keeps the kit performing reliably.
September 14, 2026/4 min read
Getting consistent results from the 3 Piece Haircutting Kit - 9CR with 42T starts with knowing what each tool does, applying deliberate technique with the 42T thinning shear, and following a simple daily care routine.
September 11, 2026/4 min read
The 5 Piece Hair Cutting Kit - 9CR includes five distinct tools. Here is how to understand the role of each piece and follow a daily care routine that keeps the kit performing reliably.
September 11, 2026/2 min read
Salon Today has published its 2026 Technology Solutions Guide, a curated reference listing more than 50 software platforms across categories including booking, POS, AI receptionists, backbar management, and team communication.
September 6, 2026/2 min read
Rosy Salon Software and Mya launched an integrated matchmaking add-on on August 31, 2026, giving Rosy users a new option for automating website-based client acquisition and syncing intake data directly into their booking system.
September 2, 2026/3 min read
Harper Ellis Hair Co. has announced a two-day Social Media Workshop aimed at helping stylists and salon owners turn their existing work into a repeatable system for booking clients.
August 31, 2026/5 min read
A practical four-checkpoint workflow for stylists using the 440C Ergonomic Blade Thinning Shears — covering hair-type assessment, placement, purpose, and post-session care.
August 31, 2026/5 min read
Entry windows, category structures, product rules, and prize packages differ between the US and UK/Ireland TrendVision Awards 2026 programs — here is what each region requires.
August 31, 2026/4 min read
On October 25, 2026, MODERN SALON's Philadelphia Boot Camp will combine business sessions, networking, and the MODERN SALON 100 Honoree Celebration, a program now in its 11th year.
August 31, 2026/3 min read
Pro Beauty Pulse compares monthly sentiment from salon professionals and school leaders with transaction data. Here is how to read each snapshot without mistaking confidence for confirmed performance.
August 26, 2026/3 min read
Protect your shears between every client with a simple routine: wipe, oil, and store in a case. Here is how each step prevents the most common preventable damage.
August 26, 2026/3 min read
The Professional Beauty Association has officially opened entries for PBA NAHA 2027, bringing back the Nail Professional of the Year category and setting clear deadlines licensed professionals need to act on now.
August 26, 2026/6 min read
Trade publications and certified trichologists are spotlighting a growing gap between client demand for scalp-focused salon services and what most salons currently offer—here is what the industry is reporting.
August 23, 2026/5 min read
A practical step-by-step guide to using the VG10 32T Thinning/Texturizing Shear- Polished — covering purpose, placement, hair-type adjustments, common mistakes, and tool care.
August 23, 2026/5 min read
Learn how to get the most from the 9CR 32T Professional Thinning Shear with step-by-step guidance on purpose, placement, hair-type adjustments, common mistakes, and tool care.
August 22, 2026/5 min read
Learn how to get the most from the 6CR 32T Professional Thinning Shear with step-by-step technique guidance covering placement, hair types, common mistakes, and care.
August 21, 2026/6 min read
A practical step-by-step guide to using the 9CR 25T Professional Thinning Shear — covering purpose, placement, hair-type adjustments, common mistakes, and tool care.
August 20, 2026/5 min read
Twelve states have now enacted the Cosmetology Licensure Compact, and esthetics compact legislation is advancing—but multi-state licenses are not yet available while the administrative infrastructure is still being built.
August 20, 2026/5 min read
The Professional Beauty Association has announced the Beacon Class of 2026, its largest applicant pool and class size in more than six years, with 222 students selected from 435 applicants across 17 states.
June 8, 2026/6 min read
Clipper blades usually do not fail all at once. They start by tugging, heating up, making a louder sound, or leaving rough lines that force you to make extra…
June 8, 2026/5 min read
Steel is one of the biggest differences between an average pair of hair shears and a tool that feels smooth, holds an edge, and can be maintained over time….
June 8, 2026/5 min read
Stylists do not need gimmicks. They need tools that open smoothly, close cleanly, hold an edge, and feel dependable after hours behind the chair. That is why…
June 8, 2026/5 min read
Not all hair cutting shears are built for the same job. A straight cutting shear, thinning shear, texturizing shear, and chunker can all belong in a…
June 8, 2026/5 min read
A great haircut starts before the first section is cut. It starts with the tool in your hand. Sharp, well-maintained shears give the stylist control, reduce…
June 8, 2026/5 min read
A quality pair of hair cutting shears is an investment. Whether you use 440C, VG10, or another professional-grade shear, the edge and feel will only last if…
June 8, 2026/5 min read
A professional shear should feel as good as it looks. The limited edition VG10 black chrome hair cutting shear is designed for stylists who want premium…
June 8, 2026/5 min read
Thinning and texturizing shears can make a haircut look soft, balanced, and modern. Used poorly, they can create frizz, gaps, weak ends, or a shape that…
June 8, 2026/5 min read
Cutting hair at home is easier when you stop improvising with household scissors and start using tools made for hair. A 4 piece hair cutting kit gives…
June 8, 2026/5 min read
Salon shears work hard. They move through wet hair, dry hair, product, disinfectant, and long days of repeated cutting. Maintenance keeps them smooth, sharp,…
June 8, 2026/5 min read
Blacksmith Blades continues to serve stylists, barbers, cosmetology students, groomers, and at-home users with high-end professional shears, custom branded shear options, haircutting kits, and standard tool services.
June 8, 2026/5 min read
A VG10 thinning, texturizing, or chunker shear is not a basic backup tool. In the right hands, it is a finishing tool that can remove weight, create…
June 8, 2026/4 min read
This announcement page is preserved as part of the Blacksmith Blades website rebuild for customers searching for Sport Clips branded shear products and…
June 8, 2026/5 min read
A 32-tooth thinning shear is one of the most useful tools in a stylist’s kit. It gives controlled weight removal without the aggressive bite of a chunker,…
June 8, 2026/5 min read
Premium shears are about refinement. A hand honed VG10 shear is built for stylists who want a smoother feel, a cleaner edge, and a tool that rewards proper…
June 8, 2026/5 min read
Texture and movement are what make many cuts feel modern. The 9CR 32T professional thinning shear gives stylists a controlled way to soften weight, blend…
June 8, 2026/5 min read
Choosing shears can get confusing fast. There are different lengths, steels, handle shapes, finishes, and tooth counts. The right pair depends less on what…
June 8, 2026/5 min read
A 4 piece hair cutting kit gives at-home users a better path than grabbing whatever scissors are in the drawer. With a dedicated cutting shear, a blending…
