How Do You Become A Master Scissor Sharpener?
Are you a shear sharpener looking for credibility or a hairdresser in search of a sideline? There is an organization called the National Shear Sharpeners Guild that certifies and classifies sharpeners who specialize in servicing the high-end tools of the beauty trade. Step 1 Purchase the specialized sharpening equipment used for high-quality styling shears, and be trained on its use. There are about a half dozen sites on the Internet that offer both the equipment and training in the United States. One easy way to find them is by searching for “national shear sharpeners guild.” Guild members’ sites are listed. If you purchase your equipment from one of these makers, you must take their training course. It’s a matter of liability, as well as competence. Step 2 Find out when the next meeting of the National Shear Sharpeners Guild is scheduled to take place. It is held once a year, generally in Las Vegas, Nevada. See “Resources” below for the association’s website, which includes contact i
