Those who answered my clipping questions take a look

[OH Breeder]

I clipped a few of the calves. Give me your opinion. How did I go? little rusty....
I know I got alittle close on the hocks.

 

[pigguy]

they dont look to bad. i would like to see some better pictures though  (clapping)

 

[OH Breeder]

they dont look to bad. i would like to see some better pictures though  (clapping)

better pictures....  thought they were pretty good? ???

 

[farmboy]

Your still a better clipper then me ;D

 

[Telos]

OB, those are great pictures and great calves. They look good all clipped up. Good job. No, Great job.

 

[pigguy]

they dont look to bad. i would like to see some better pictures though  (clapping)

better pictures.... I am not olan mills, thought they were pretty good? ???

i didnt really mean better pics. i meant ohh wait never mind you took the others down  )) my bad

 

[TJ]

Based on what I can see, it looks like you did a good job.

 

[jason]

Looks good to me.  ;D

 

[OH Breeder]

they dont look to bad. i would like to see some better pictures though  (clapping)

better pictures.... thought they were pretty good? ???

i didnt really mean better pics. i meant ohh wait never mind you took the others down  )) my bad

Thanks. I didn't mean to sound mean. I just snapped some photos quick. I have a hard time with Necks and Legs when trimming. I appreciate the feedback! Thanks folks.

 

[shortyjock89]

OH B, it looks like you did a great job..you said you had trouble on the necks and legs when trimming.  On necks I like to comb up and clip forward, using a medium blending blade, as well as, my X Blocks.  I use the X Blocks to take most of the fluff off, and I back drag with the Blending blades.  This works especially good at the juncture of the neck and body.  On the legs, I use my trusty ol blocking blades, either X Blocks or Oster Groom Masters.  On the back of the leg, I don't take it as close as most people do.  I don't like to take too much because I don't know how exactly what the hair is going to look like fit. On the knee, I take it pretty close, but definately not buzz-cut style.  You're alot better than what you give yourself credit for.  I hope that I'm as good as you.  Hopefully I can get some pics of the calves next weekend, because I just clipped them today!  It's exciting to get the calves clipped for the first time...it makes me anxious to get back to showing!

 

[OH Breeder]

Thanks, I clipped four over the weekend. I brought come calves in from "back pasture". Hairy and in need of some feed. Put them through the wash rack and then started clipping. The little fella pictured is a May 1 baby. I changed blades because I clipped his hocks so short. I did exactly what you said works for you. With trial and error, i figured a good way to blend the neck and shoulder using medium blade and x-blocks to take of the wild hairs. I use big osters on the head and then blend with medium blade on the andis. I appreciate all the advice, sometimes when you are the only one looking at them you wonder does that looky goofy or is that too short. Clipping makes a world of difference. Again, thanks for tips and would like to see your pics if you get a chance.

 

[ROAD WARRIOR]

Looks pretty good for the first time over from what I can tell from the pictures. You can "tweak" them from here on and give them the apperance of more muscle defanition, bigger top etc. Keep at it!

 

[Joe Boy]

I made some pictures in the lot tonigh and wish I could make pictures as good as yours.

I also wish I could clip that good..... great... I enjoyed looking at your calves, thanks for presenting them to all of us.

 

[OH Breeder]

I made some pictures in the lot tonigh and wish I could make pictures as good as yours.

I also wish I could clip that good..... great... I enjoyed looking at your calves, thanks for presenting them to all of us.

Thank you Road Warrior and Joe Boy. The way I figure is clip on the ones who are going out to any shows anytime soon that way we have plenty of time for hair to grow back. It has been a long time since I have had to do all the clipping. Your comments are much appreciated!!!

Joe Boy,
It is all in the camera. Now to get a couple of good photos, I took about 35 or so. I lucked out on my camera. Went to consumer reports and looked at recommendations for digital cameras. The one I have has more features then I will ever need but it has an automatic setting which is great from a lighting stand point. It adjust alot of stuff automaticly. I waited for it to go on sale and it does most of the work. Olympus SP-500UZ, great camera. Auto focus as well. Still like to see the pictures good or bad. Sometimes we think something is bad and need someone else to review it.

 

[CAB]

  OHB, if you have time please catch a profile shot of your calves. They look pretty good. I would like to see more of them. Thanks, Cab

 

[TJ]

   OHB, if you have time please catch a profile shot of your calves. They look pretty good. I would like to see more of them. Thanks, Cab

^^^ Ditto

 

[red]

As usual, you have some awesome calves Ohio B! I can't wait to see what they look like in person. I'm still waiting for you to come & pick me up to look at them.
Keep in mind maybe taking me to Brad's sale if you are going.

Red

 

[DL]

OH Breeder - wanna come north and  clip some calves?? Nice calves nice job! (clapping) (clapping)

 

[OH Breeder]

As usual, you have some awesome calves Ohio B! I can't wait to see what they look like in person. I'm still waiting for you to come & pick me up to look at them.
Keep in mind maybe taking me to Brad's sale if you are going.

Red

Thanks Red and DL. I appreciate that. Now, we might just have to make the sale a date. I will catch up with you as we get closer. I haven't forgot ya just have to take the time to stop. That is the hard part.

 

[red]

Looks like I've got a heifer going to Lima. I'm going to try & make that show.
Give me a shout anytime.

Red