How to Use the Branded Shears - Sport Clips Set: A Practical Workflow for Sport Clips Stylists

What the Branded Shears - Sport Clips Set Includes

The Branded Shears - Sport Clips set includes a 6-inch (5.75) cutting shear, a 32T thinning shear, and a branded Sport Clips case. The set is available in both left and right handle orientations, and when you place your order you select the orientation that matches your dominant hand. If you need both orientations, each can be added to your cart individually.

Understand the Role of Each Tool Before You Cut

Before you pick up either shear, it helps to be clear about what each one is designed to do. The cutting shear is your foundation tool. It handles basic cutting, layering, point cutting, and general shaping — the structural work that defines the haircut. The thinning shear comes in after that structure is established. Its job is to soften weight, blend transitions, and refine texture. Reaching for the thinning shear before the structural cut is complete works against both tools.

The 32T tooth count on the thinning shear makes it a versatile blending option. Higher tooth counts generally produce a softer blend compared to lower tooth counts, so the 32T is well suited to finishing work where you want a smooth, controlled result rather than aggressive bulk removal. Keep in mind that results depend on your technique and the hair type you are working on.

Sequencing the Two Shears in a Haircut

A reliable workflow with this set follows a clear order: build the haircut's structure first with the cutting shear, then refine it with the thinning shear. Use the cutting shear to complete all cutting, layering, and shaping before you introduce the thinning shear. Once the structural cut is done, switch to the 32T thinning shear to soften weight lines, blend transitions between sections, and add texture where the haircut needs it.

When working on dense hair, you may find that the 32T thinning shear needs more passes to achieve the weight removal you are after. Tooth count should match the hair type you are working on, and your judgment about how much weight to remove will guide how many times you close the shear in any given section.

One rule applies to both shears throughout the haircut: use them only on hair. Cutting paper, tags, thread, packaging, or any other material can damage the edge of either shear quickly and change how it performs on your next client.

Choosing the Right Handle Orientation

The set is available in both left and right handle orientations. Selecting the correct orientation for your dominant hand matters because a shear that fits poorly can create fatigue and reduce your control during a cut. When you order, choose the orientation that suits your cutting hand. If you work in a location where both left- and right-handed stylists share tools, each orientation can be ordered separately and added to the cart individually.

Daily Care After Every Session: Wipe, Oil, and Store

A short end-of-session routine protects both shears and keeps the pivot moving smoothly between sharpenings. The routine has three steps: wipe, oil, and store.

• Wipe both shears down after use to remove hair, product, moisture, and disinfectant residue that can collect around the blades and pivot. Residue left on the shear affects how the blades move and can affect the finish over time.
• Apply a small amount of oil at the pivot of each shear, then open and close the shear several times to work the oil through. This reduces friction and helps keep tension checks accurate. Working shears benefit from regular pivot oiling, especially after cleaning or disinfecting.
• Store both shears in the included branded Sport Clips wallet or another protected holder so the blades and tips do not contact other tools. Do not toss either shear loose into a drawer or bag.

Most preventable shear damage comes from storage and misuse rather than from cutting. A small nick from a drawer edge, a counter, or a dropped tool can change how a shear cuts. The wallet included with the set is a practical first line of protection — use it consistently.

Related resources

• How to Use the 9CR 32T Professional Thinning Shear
• How to Use the 6CR 6.5 Professional Cutting Shear