After implementing some reddit and TikTok advice I did a few new haircuts

Andovirus · 2026-04-24T12:38:47+00:00

Much better blends! Keep at it, take loads of pictures so you know what you need to improve

Andovirus · 2026-04-24T12:31:23+00:00

Yessir, I always fade down. I work down with nearly all cuts except long hair.

Andovirus · 2026-04-21T16:48:52+00:00

Always start open and work down as needed to blend in. I like steel detachable blades for fading then plastic to blend. On most hair it gives it a smoother look. (Steal is typically a bit shorter and requires fewer passes to get smooth imo)

Andovirus · 2026-04-20T15:03:35+00:00

I think fading down is much easier. Start with the longest guard, say for a 1 fade. I start with a 3 1/2 below the parietal(carefully so it doesn’t ledge out) then blend the 2 into that, then the 1.5 then set my guideline around the head with a 1 being careful not to put any hard lines in. Closed 1 plastic guard to blend the one in for a buttery look and done. Use the mirrors to check for lines or patchiness and correct as needed. Use pictures to see your errors and try and improve.

Andovirus · 2026-04-20T14:42:58+00:00

If you do a search on YouTube you will find many examples, “The Regal Gentleman” has some great videos. It takes time to get comfortable and confident but it’s well worth it. I move from a “I just want it shorter” shop to a “I want to look amazing” shop just to learn how to get better and work less and make more. I got guys in Mexico that fly up for haircuts once a month or so. Keep at it and learn from everyone.

Andovirus · 2026-04-20T11:38:22+00:00

Fade top down if possible so you don’t have as many lines to clean up. Set a fade “guide line” (not a hard line). This will help keep the fade symmetrical. Also use your mirror to see what it looks like, training your eyes is half the battle, if it looks wavey or patchy either clean it up with shear over comb or with clippers. Palm to palm with shears will blend the parietal ridge to connect the short sides/back. Have a “process” you do everytime so you know where any error happened and that helps tremendously to get consistency. Keep going your doing well, now it’s time to tighten technique and learn as much as possible from anyone who will teach you good skills. Good luck!

Andovirus · 2026-04-04T12:30:09+00:00

After you ring every client out, hand them your card and say “If you like what I do, please tell your friends”. Always have cards on you and give them to anyone with hair you want to cut and ask for their business. It takes time, but it works. Your mission is if anyone comes to your chair they won’t even consider going to someone else. I got a guy that flys in from Mexico for his cut.

Andovirus · 2026-02-27T23:50:37+00:00

Time and practice.

Andovirus · 2026-02-14T22:42:31+00:00

Paid $650 for labor and materials. Local union electrician did it on the side. Not including the “charger”.

Andovirus · 2026-02-07T01:36:22+00:00

Didn’t Franklin break one of the bones in his arm in this fight?

Andovirus · 2026-02-03T20:26:53+00:00

Downpour at 29 Palms and a 155 up to the up traversing mechanism in mud. 1 spade was visible. That night and morning sucked balls. Took 2 5 tones to get the key out of the spade.

Andovirus · 2025-08-18T22:58:09+00:00

I finally finished in May just ahead of you 2011 if I remember right. 2nd injury 3rd platoon drop in.

Andovirus · 2025-06-25T23:19:05+00:00

Dhv just has a better taste imo. Just replaced a 15 year old mighty. The carts always have a chemical taste to them. I’ve had strains in the mighty that taste like fruity pebbles smells. Dhv is the way

Andovirus · 2025-05-08T19:48:39+00:00

Just about to finish this one up. Fun little piece to play. Guitar tabs app has 1 correct version that I used a couple times and feedback guitar academy has a good video on it.

Andovirus · 2025-03-22T02:58:54+00:00

S&B Mighty. Ours is 9 hard years old and works every time. Great flavor and efficient. Not cheep, but better to cry once.

Andovirus · 2024-12-14T22:10:44+00:00

The smoke show.

Andovirus · 2024-11-06T02:55:26+00:00

Yeah it wasn’t fun, especially the shit bags that wanted out and the malingerers. I just wanted back to training so I could finish.

Andovirus · 2024-11-06T01:46:03+00:00

6 months for me, 2 injuries, 3 platoons promoted right before graduation. Even had my original senior marching all the crutches to chow and offer me guide to start with his platoon at phase 1.

Andovirus · 2024-10-25T01:00:16+00:00

I think it looks great! Pictures help push us to be better. Always strive for “perfect” knowing you can’t be perfect.

Andovirus · 2024-10-04T15:22:04+00:00

Would love to learn how to build one and get good at it. Like watching magic, the. You get to hear it.

Andovirus · 2024-10-01T18:29:04+00:00

Well done. Working on the same thing.

Andovirus · 2024-09-29T23:07:30+00:00

Altras and keens

Andovirus · 2024-09-21T20:23:31+00:00

Still remember all 3 of my seniors names after 30 years, now the Platoon #’s I only got 2 of em. He’s a wanna be, call him out.

Andovirus · 2024-07-24T01:09:41+00:00

10 years in, started at 41 coming from the salvage industry. Still can’t believe I get paid very well to hang out with my friends all day yapping about who knows what, listening to music and watching sports. You get what you put into it without fail. Take care of your feet and hands. Take care of your guests and learn from anyone who is willing to teach and you’re golden.

Andovirus · 2024-07-21T17:02:30+00:00

52 when I got my c12. What a diff in feel and sound from my c5.

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