An excellent stripping tool not covered: The DiamaStripper comes in both toothed and non-toothed versions. As a newbie to stripping, I have found them very helpful! I CAN'T cut coat with these tools. They are pricey! I got the toothed one first and it works to do the whole job if you can only afford one. It is best for blending lengths. I then got the non-toothed version and it works great for a full take-down strip. This is great if you have a larger dog (mine is), and have a lot of territory to work on. I use both and consider the cost savings every time I do the job myself rather than paying someone else strip my dog, Since I can't cut coat, I end up with a professional looking result. It's nice when a novice can get professional results!
I found this the best video on RU-vid that most clearly explained the difference between carding/raking and stripping! Thanks! One question-do you hold the teeth grooves toward you or away from you on the knives? I notice one side is flatter, and the other side has divots. And is there a difference in the way the teeth should face when you’re stripping vs carding? I’m left handed so I always get confused with this kind of stuff! Looking forward to grooming my broken coat Irish Jack Russell. She’s a bit shaggy right now! If I understand correctly, I should start with stripping, THEN card. Yes?
