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Episode 028 - Do swivel thumb shears help avoid hand pain for Barbers?

36m | Sep 24, 2023

Having a swivel thumb ring on my shears is a big part of my last cut of the day feeling as good as the first, and my first cut of the day feeling as good as the last

About this episode...

Willy Hyde is the Director of Education for SharkFin Shears. He discusses why swivel thumb shears protect our hands so well and how they make haircutting easier on our entire bodies.

Episode Summary

  • Why does the swivel protect the entire hand
  • How swivel thumb shears protect our body and structure
  • How long it takes to adapt to using swivel thumb shears
  • When in a Barber's career should we consider swivel thumb shears?

About my Guest

Willy Hyde is the Director of Education for SharkFin Shears. He conducts classes nationwide at industry hair shows and in person at several Barbering and Cosmetology schools. His lessons and many videos online focus on ergonomics and how to use shears to prolong our careers avoiding carpal tunnel and other painful conditions/

Contact my Guest

If you have questions for Dr. Willy, would like clarifications, or would like to contact him, here is his information:

Willy Hyde - Director of Education for SharkFin Shears

Watch the videos on SharkFin Shears' Education Pages

Phone/Text: 860-262-1891

Facebook: Sharkfin_Willy

Instagram: @willyhyde

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