Made in the USA, and rather identical to the two -speed AGC clipper, it will no doubt appeal to some dog groomers, although it has to be pointed out that for a few pounds more they can get the two speed facility with the additional power. A serious consideration to anybody in a professional situation! Past experiences tend to lead one to believe most folk will opt for the two speed, unless some major difference appears. Cattle exhibitors, veterinarians, and especially equine owners with nervous horses will surely see the wisdom in selecting the more powerful option.

Like the AGC two speed this clipper is both well balanced and very compact and handles well. The powerful motor with a cutting speed of 2700 strokes per minute is according to the manufacturer, both cool running and maintenance free, requiring no oiling or greasing of its internal parts. The clipper has been designed for professional daily use, and from extensive tests we have carried out certainly it meets the claims of the manufacturer. A good deal of thought has been applied to the casing design resulting in an attractive “slim line” shaped handpiece which has a very pleasant feel and handles effortlessly in a working capacity. A blade release lever locks blades in position, and the “on/off switch is readily accessible to your thumb in case of an emergency.

The AGC model can be used with the full range of detachable Andis blades, and is fully compatible with the Oster A5 detachable blade range as well as Wahl and Moser detachable blades. Those with livestock or larger animals should consider the various makes of “wide” detachable blades for “full body” clipping.

As to the wisdom of producing two rather similar models with so little “space” between them especially on cost, we question, Others have tried it - general one machine loses to the other.