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Apache Shearing Comb

9-tooth. Preferred by "pros" because it pushes through the wool easier. The extra wool that it leaves protects sheep from cold & sun.

   

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ITEM # DESCRIPTION AVAIL. WEIGHT PRICE QTY
862000 Apache Shearing Comb In Stock 0.10 $16.00

Installing a comb and cutter on a Premier 4000s Shearing machine.

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Common Uses

For shearing range ewes, feeder lambs and winter farm flock.
Customization

We can imprint initials on combs. Please tell us exactly what you would like imprinted on them. We charge for $1.00 each comb imprinted. If you would like your comb imprinted, you must choose item #868600 (enter this item # in our Catalog Quick Order).
Specs

  • 9 tooth
  • 3.6 mm thick. Similar to Super 9 or Mach 9
  • Medium bevels
  • 92 mm wide
  • Fits any 3" shearing head
Benefits

Premier offers a sharpening service for all combs, cutters & blades. Use item #87000 for resharpening combs.
How to Use

See PDF above
Precautions

Storing the Clipper/Shearer, Blades, Combs & Cutters

  • Remove blades/combs/cutters from clipper or shearer.
  • Clean blades/combs/cutters immediately after use by using a small brush or blowing off any excess dirt or hair. Cover with oil to reduce risk of rust. High carbon steel clipper blades will rust overnight. Rust destroys both edge and polished surface of blades.
  • Store clipper/shearer and blades away from solvents, chemicals and moisture. Never leave them where they can be damaged by accidental impact. (We offer a storage box and wool felt for the blades and a case for the clippers.)

Sharpening and Cleaning

  • To reproduce the quality of the cutting edge on the clipper blades that came from the factory, a lapping machine must be used. Most other methods are, in our experience, inferior. In addition to producing a cutting edge that won’t last, some methods can permanently damage blades. The most common “culprit” is using large high speed grinding wheels that are used to sharpen cutters and combs.
  • Who uses lapping machines and who does not? Premier does and you can ship them to us. Other firms also use systems/machines that work well.

Warning: Clipper blades/cutters/combs that have been sharpened by inferior methods or inexperienced people may be damaged to such an extent that they can never be restored to a satisfactory cutting capability. The same is true of blades that have become too heavily pitted by rust.
Trouble Shooting

  • Make sure the comb & cutter are on as described in the instructions.
  • Make sure the comb name can be read on outside when placed on head.
  • Make sure to have 1/8" space from end of comb (bevel) to tip of cutter.
  • Make sure the edge of the cutter does not go over the side of the comb.
  • Make sure the tension is set correctly.
Accessories
#10 White Clipping Oil, 4 oz btl.
Item # 258200 - In Stock
$2.75
NEW! Applicator bottles now have open/close screw tops to help eliminate leakage!
Professional Shearers
Comb Brush
Item # 823500 - In Stock
$12.50
For cleaning combs and cutters on or off the handpiece.
Accessories
Comb Screwdriver
Item # 824600 - In Stock
$4.95
The most convenient screwdriver for your shearing machine.
Professional Shearers
Storm Shearing Cutter
Item # 850030 - In Stock
$7.00
Specifically made for use with 9 tooth combs like our Apache. Tooth shape enables cutter to run evenly across the comb.
Combs and Cutters - Large
Comb Lifter
Item # 862700 - In Stock
$7.00
For use with a shearing comb. Designed to leave a longer cut.
Accessories
Premier Comb/Cutter Box
Item # 824606 - In Stock
$2.75
Keep expensive combs & cutters clean, safe, lubricated and organized.
Average Rating: 5 out of 5
Number of Reviews: 2 customers reviewed this product.
Recommended: 3 out of 3 said they would recommend this product to a friend.

Write a Review

Date: May 5, 2012
Denise C from CO
Would you recommend this product? Yes
I bought this as a gift for my sister to go with the clippers. Initially I had picked out something else that I thought would work (this was on a Saturday night). On Sunday morning, one of the Premier 1 employees called me to note that what I had ordered wouldn't fit the clippers. She walked me through what I believed my sister wanted and we ended up with this shearing comb. I was really impressed that they would do that. Great customer service!
Date: June 21, 2011
Daniel B from Oregon
Would you recommend this product? Yes
Good comb if you've got the skill to avoid cutting the sheep. I started out with the Spirit, and have moved up to the Apache and my times have greatly improved. Premier has the best prices out there for cutters and combs.
Date: May 11, 2010
Chris L
Would you recommend this product? Yes
Wonderful for cutting through sheep that produce heavy wool clips. The next best thing to using a heavy duty shearing machine! Through personal experience I would recommend just making sure the cutter doesn't extend past the bevel on the comb particulary for the Apache it's really sharp.