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BARBER STARTER KIT CHECKLIST

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Every new barber needs six things before day one: a cordless clipper, a lineup trimmer, blade oil, a cape, sanitation supplies, and a way to carry it all. Tick off the checklist below — the four essential groups are must-haves; station and admin are next once you are working. Core tools run about $265.

Cutting Tools

Essential
Primary cordless clipperFades, bulk, blends — one forgiving clipper
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Lineup T-blade trimmerCrisp lines and edges
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Cutting shearsScissor-over-comb and length work
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Clipper guard setMetal fade guards for skin-close blending
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Maintenance & Consumables

Essential
Clipper blade oilOil every 2–3 clients — buy two bottles
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Cool care 5-in-1 sprayCools, disinfects, lubricates between oilings
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Blade brushClear hair from teeth after every cut
Spare drive tipCheap wear part — keeps a strong clipper cutting strong

Client Comfort

Essential
Professional hair-repelling capeClients leave clean
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Neck duster brushSweep clippings after every cut
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Barber comb set9" clipper comb + cutting comb + taper comb
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Neck strips or neck tissueHygiene barrier under the cape

Sanitation (Non-Negotiable)

Essential
Barbicide + covered jarDisinfect between clients — legal requirement in most states
Spray bottleWater for wetting and combing
Disinfectant wipesWipe down the station and chair arms
Hand sanitizerFor you, between clients

Station & Carry

Next
Tool bag or backpackOrganized carry — essential for mobile barbers
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Non-slip clipper matKeeps tools in place, protects the counter
Hook or holster for clippersFast access mid-cut
Hand mirrorShow the client the back

Admin & Extras

Next
Booking app or appointment bookTrack clients and no-shows
Card reader / payment methodGet paid without friction
Business cardsCheap word-of-mouth
Before/after photo setupContent for social and referrals

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Tip: Print this page (Ctrl/Cmd + P) and tick items off as you buy them. Start with the four Essential groups — you can add Station and Admin extras once you are taking clients.

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