Phantom R Shearing Comb
Rounded tips and long shearer's bevel reduces nicks. 3.4 mm thick, 77 mm wide with round long bevels.
- For shaping show animals
- For shearing llamas, goats and coarse wools
See our comparison chart for choosing the right cutter and comb for each situation.
Common Uses
- Blocking sheep, beef cattle and dairy cattle
- Shearing fiber goats, llamas and alpacas
Specs
- 20 rounded tip teeth
- 3.4 mm thick, 77 mm wide
- Similar to Oster 7112, Sullivan's Beveled comb
- Fits any 3" shearing head
Customization
Precautions
Proper Storage
- Remove blades/combs/cutters from clipper or shearing machine.
- 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 will destroy both the 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.
Sharpening and Cleaning
- Premier offers an in-house resharpening service for all combs, cutters and blades. Rapid turnaround—most are sharpened within 24 hours.
- 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.
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.
Troubleshooting
- Make sure the comb and 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.
Listed below are recommended optional components or related items. Your particular situation may require alternative recommendations. Please call and talk to our consultants if there are any questions at 800-282-6631.
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Professional Shears
#10 White Clipping Oil, 4 oz bottle
Item #258200 -A high-quality clear clipping and shearing oil to lubricate blades, combs and cutters. Reduces risk of stain to wool fibers and hair.
$3.20 -
Combs and Cutters - Large
Comb Lifter
Item #862700 -Leaves a layer up to 0.75" of uncut fiber on camelids, goats and other hair species.
$5.00 -
Accessories
Shearing Poster
Item #860000 -This poster includes easy to follow diagrams and instructions for shearing sheep. 14" x 20". Laminated.
$11.00 -
Combs and Cutters - Large
Ceramic Cutter
Item #850040 -Holds cutting edge up to 3 times as long as normal shearing cutters. Ideal for tough fiber and wool.
$16.00 -
Professional Shears
Spitfire Cutter
Item #850000 -Standard 4 point cutter for shearing machines. Works well with Premiers combs and shearing heads.
$7.00 -
Professional Shears
Heiniger Storm Shearing Cutter, each
Item #850030 -Ultra-thick cutter (4.6mm) runs evenly across the comb. Recommended for use with winter and cover shearing combs. Made in Switzerland by Heiniger.
$7.00 -
Accessories
Premier Comb/Cutter Box
Item #824606 -Use this handy box to keep expensive combs and cutters organized, clean, safe and lubricated.
$3.20 -
Accessories
Comb Screwdriver
Item #824600 -For securing combs to shearing machines. Provides more leverage than a normal screwdriver and fits comb screws on all major shearing units.
$3.00 -
Professional Shears
#10 White Clipping Oil, 1/2 gal. jug
Item #258400 -A high-quality clear clipping and shearing oil to lubricate blades, combs and cutters. Reduces risk of stain to wool fibers and hair.
$20.25 -
Resharpening Service
Personalization (Laser Imprinting), each
Item #868600 -Resharpen your blades, combs or cutters. Rapid turnaround, precision finish, low cost! Custom-engraving available.
$1.50
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Jeanne E from Missouri
The best I've ever used
Kristin G from MN
This is the best comb for a beginner. You are less likely to cut the animal with more teeth. Therefore, you can get close to the skin without cuts, although it will take you longer. If you want to shear faster, you will need less teeth (like the 13 tooth), but you will also cut the animal easier, so leave that for more experienced people. We've tried both, but I feel safer with this one and less cuts.
Jill B from Hawaii
The Phantom R Shearing comb has become our family and flock favorite. No other comb has out sheared the Phantom R. Reasonably priced, minimal nicks, and long lasting, this comb handles our Hampshires and Suffolks and tropical environment. We occasionally train new shearers and the Phantom R is by far the easiest to learn with and not injure the animals.
Donald C from Ontario, Canada
I have tried several different combs and cutters on my Suffolk sheep and have found the Phantom R comb with the Spitfire cutter to be the very best in all types and condition of wool to keep cutting without nicking the sheep. As with any shearing equipment, just keep the head cleaned of dirt and lanolin and always well-oiled (about every three minutes).