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Prolong Your Shears – 5 Tips From an Expert Shear Sharpener

Artist—Betty Dain, John Kuipers, Shark Fin, Sun Sharp

By BTC Team·August 04, 2017

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John Kuipers of Wicked Sharp Shears in Jupiter, FL frequently gets asked this question from stylists seeking his shear sharpening services: “Do you think my shears need sharpening?” But whenever he gets this question, he quickly turns it around to the stylists: “Are you satisfied with the way they are cutting?” “My rule, first and foremost is to sharpen your shears when, and only when you are not satisfied with their performance. Remember, sharpening is the number one factor that determines the lifespan of…

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