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Category: Clipper Guides

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4 on Top 2 on Sides: Guard Length, Blend, and Barber Notes

December 9, 2023June 18, 2026

4 on top 2 on sides guide covering guard length planning, top-to-side balance, blend line control, neckline cleanup, and what to tell a barber.

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Clipper Open: Lever Position, Cutting Length, and Blend Control

December 8, 2023June 18, 2026

Clipper open guide explaining open vs closed lever positions, cutting length, fade blending, guard use, test passes, and common clipper mistakes.

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Burst Fade Blowout: Ear Curve, Volume Control, and Guard Planning

December 7, 2023June 19, 2026

Burst fade blowout guide covering ear curve placement, volume control, guard transitions, neckline cleanup, and barber notes.

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Barber Shop Fades Near Me: Portfolio Checks, Tool Control, and Upkeep

December 6, 2023June 19, 2026

Barber shop fades near me guide covering portfolio checks, clipper control, consultation questions, neckline options, and upkeep timing.

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Lever Open vs Closed on Clippers: What Changes and When to Use Each

December 5, 2023June 18, 2026

Clipper lever open vs closed guide explaining shorter and longer settings, taper blending, guard use, neckline cleanup, beginner mistakes, and safe workflow.

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Subtle Mohawk Guide: Taper Height, Center Shape, and Edge Cleanup

December 4, 2023June 19, 2026

Subtle mohawk guide covering center shape, taper height, guard blending, neckline cleanup, styling control, and maintenance checks.

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1 on Sides 3 on Top: Short Guard Cut, Blend, and Upkeep

December 1, 2023June 18, 2026

1 on sides 3 on top guide covering short side guard expectations, top length balance, blend control, neckline cleanup, and maintenance timing.

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Caliber Clippers: Model Checks, Guard Fit, and Care Planning

November 28, 2023June 18, 2026

Caliber clippers guide covering model-label checks, guard fit, blade care, cord or cordless workflow, heat comfort, fade planning, and maintenance.

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Andis Gold Clippers: Finish, Blade Checks, Guard Fit, and Care

November 28, 2023June 18, 2026

Andis Gold Clippers guide covering finish vs function, exact model checks, blade care, guard fit, charger or cord handling, cleaning, and buying notes.

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Burst Fade Mullet for Straight Hair: Shape, Guard Plan, and Upkeep

November 27, 2023June 18, 2026

Burst fade mullet for straight hair guide covering fade placement, back length, side contrast, guard planning, styling control, and maintenance timing.

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