Gemstone Pro™ Series | 7.0"-8.0" Professional Shears

1. Get a Comfortable Grip

Place your ring finger into the top loop and your thumb into the lower loop. Rest your pinky on the finger rest for better balance and less hand fatigue. This grip works for both straight and blending shears.

2. Use Straight Shears for Shaping

Use straight scissors for defining outlines, trimming legs, shaping the backline, and creating clean edges. Trim in long, smooth strokes, keeping the blades parallel to the coat for a neat, even finish.

3. Use Blending Shears for Soft Transitions

Blending shears are ideal for removing bulk, softening hard lines, and creating seamless transitions, especially on thicker areas like the chest, legs, and face. Snip lightly with repetitive, half-closed motions to maintain natural volume.

4. Follow the Direction of the Coat

Always trim in the direction the hair grows. For straight cuts, this helps create a consistent silhouette. For blending, it maintains a smooth texture and avoids uneven spots.

5. Work in Sections for Precision

Divide the coat into manageable zones. Comb up each section before trimming, and comb again after a few snips to check your work and keep the results even.

6. Use Tips for Detail Work

The pointed tips of both scissor types give you control in tight or sensitive areas like the paws, ears, and face.

1. Wipe After Every Use

Use a microfiber cloth to remove fur, moisture, and residue from both blades. For blenders, make sure to clean between the teeth.

2. Oil the Pivot Weekly

Apply one drop of grooming scissor oil to the pivot screw once a week. Open and close the blades several times to distribute the oil.

3. Store Safely

Always place the scissors in a padded case when not in use. This protects blade alignment, sharpness, and finish from damage.

4. Keep Dry

If the scissors become wet, dry them immediately with a soft cloth. Keeping them dry prevents corrosion and keeps the blades cutting smoothly.

5. Check and Adjust Tension Monthly

Test the tension by opening the blades halfway and releasing them. If they feel too tight or too loose, adjust the screw gently until the motion is smooth and controlled.

What is the difference between Level 1 and Level 3 shears?:
Level 3 (Gemstone Pro) is a significant upgrade in material and design. While Level 1 is great for beginners, Level 3 uses harder JP 440C steel for longer-lasting sharpness, features a more advanced ball-bearing tension system (the Gemstone screw), and offers a lighter, more ergonomic handle design for professionals. ---

Why does the set include two texturizing shears (30% and 60%)?:
Professional grooming requires different finishes. The 60% Blender (often called a Chunker) removes hair quickly and creates a fluffy, textured look. The 30% Thinner removes less hair and is used for finishing work to blend lines and smooth out the coat. Having both gives you complete control. ---

Do I need a tool to adjust the Gemstone screw?:
No! The Blue Gemstone dial is designed to be adjusted by hand. You can tighten or loosen the tension instantly "on the fly" to suit different coat types, without hunting for a tension key. ---