Spitfire Shearing Cutter
Standard 4 point cutter. 4.0 mm thick.
For the removal of wool, fiber and hair from livestock. Works with all 13, 17, 20, 22, 23 tooth combs.
See our comparison chart for choosing the right cutter and comb for each situation.
How to attach comb & cutter to shear 
Specs
- 4-point cutter
- 4.0 mm thick
- Fits Premier’s 4000s Shearing Machine or any 3" shearing head
- Works with all 13, 17, 20, 22, 23 tooth combs
How to Use
- Slide the cutter on top of the comb producing the cutting action.
- Combs set the depth and speed at which fiber is removed (more teeth = slower speed, thinner combs = less fiber remaining).
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, 8 oz bottle
Item #258300 -A high-quality clear clipping and shearing oil to lubricate blades, combs and cutters. Reduces risk of stain to wool fibers and hair.
$4.20 -
Professional Shears
Phantom S Shearing Comb
Item #863400 -For shaping show animals. 20 tooth comb fits Premier machines. Not for against the skin use.
$28.00 -
Professional Shears
Phantom R Shearing Comb
Item #863300 -Sheep shearing comb for Premier's shearing machines. For shaping show animals or shearing sheep with course wools.
$28.00 -
Professional Shears
Heiniger Camelid Shearing Comb
Item #862600 -Specialized 13-tooth comb for shearing llamas, alpacas, camels, vicuñas and guanacos. Swiss-made by Heiniger.
$51.00 -
Professional Shears
Heiniger Mohair Shearing Comb
Item #862500 -Short bevel shearing comb for Mohair goats. Also used for llamas, alpacas and Angora goats. Swiss-made by Heiniger.
$36.00 -
Professional Shears
Apache Shearing Comb
Item #862000 -For shearing range ewes, feeder lambs and winter farm flocks.
$28.00 -
Professional Shears
Spirit Shearing Comb
Item #861200 -An excellent comb for beginner shears. Easy to control while providing a quality finish. Can be resharpened by Premier.
$25.00 -
Professional Shears
Blackhawk 92 Shearing Comb
Item #860500 -Sheep shearing 13 tooth comb for farm/range flocks and blocking show stock.
$28.00 -
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
Premier Clipper/Shearer Case
Item #824000 -This carrying case protects your clipping or shearing machine and accessories from damage. Internal pre-molded tray hold everything in place.
$44.00 -
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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Katherine E from Michigan
We have been using these cutters and the Premier1 combs for 3 seasons now and have seen zero issues with them. They perform as well as our oster cutters/combs and Premier1 does a great job sharpening them for us. I believe we have 7 of these cutters and 6 combs all from Premier1 now.
Gayle E from Virginia
It worked great along with the Spitfire blade. Only did one very dirty black sheep and the clippers never got hot.
Rickie B from Iowa
I've been shearing sheep for years! They stay very sharp for several sheep very pleased with my purchase will definitely purchase more in the future! The service and delivery was exceptional also. Will not hesitate to order again.
Charles L from West Virginia
After trying for last several years to cut the hair on my two blond golden retrievers to give them relief from the heat using dog clippers which would take 2 to 3 hours each i purchased these from premier and they did a great job of cutting their hair and it took approximately 30 minutes each with no cuts or blood. First time i ever used shears and the best price on internet and made of gteat quality
Joan K from Arizona
The cutters worked great, it was good to have extras on hand for quick changes to a fresher/sharp blade. The shearing season was late this year because the colder unseasonably winter-spring weather hung around until mid May then the last week of May turned into hot summer days. Now, I'll be sending my used cutter in, by mail, to be resharpened for another season.
