CLIPPER SHARP LIMITED

What CLIPPER SHARP LIMITED does

Clippersharp Ltd is a UK-based specialist e-commerce retailer and service provider of animal grooming equipment, founded in 1994 by Richard Goody and headquartered at Southwoods Farm, Culmstock, Devon. The company sells clippers, trimmers, blades, and accessories for horses, dogs, livestock, and veterinary use, stocking leading third-party brands including Lister, Liveryman, Aesculap, Wahl, Heiniger, Hauptner, Wolseley, Liscop, and Clipster. Its proprietary specialisations are an in-house blade sharpening service for virtually all makes of clipper blades and scissors, and a full clipper servicing and repair workshop including PAT testing, parts replacement, and reassembly; both services are positioned as recurring revenue streams alongside hardware sales, with free blade sharpening vouchers bundled into clipper purchases.

The business operates a hybrid direct-to-consumer model. The primary channel is a Shopify e-commerce storefront serving customers in the UK and internationally, paired with phone and email sales support for expert purchasing advice. A physical shop and blade sharpening/servicing workshop co-located at the Devon headquarters provide in-person retail and service. The GTM motion is supported by content marketing (clipper buying guides, how-to videos, blog), SEO-optimised product collections segmented by animal and breed, an email newsletter, and an active social presence across Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and X. Customer segments span horse owners and riders (primary), dog owners and professional groomers, livestock farmers and breeders, and veterinary practices; high-profile brand ambassadors include Olympic eventer Mary King and show team producer Katie Jerram-Hunnable.

Pricing is in GBP including UK VAT, with free UK mainland shipping on orders over £75, standard delivery £3.95-£5.95, and blade sharpening charged per blade/scissor with return postage included. Workshops and servicing are quoted on a service + parts + return postage basis with a three-month warranty on replaced parts and labour. The company is privately held by the Goody family, with no external investment, no parent company, and no disclosed funding rounds.

Name

CLIPPER SHARP LIMITED

Legal name

Clippersharp Ltd

Website

https://clippersharp.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Clippersharp Ltd is a UK-based specialist e-commerce retailer and service provider selling animal clippers, trimmers, blades, and grooming equipment for horses, dogs, livestock, and veterinary use, complemented by in-house blade sharpening and clipper servicing from its Devon headquarters.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Cullompton

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Product Sales: Retail sales of clippers, trimmers, blades, accessories, and equestrian grooming supplies through e-commerce platform and physical shop
2. Blade Sharpening: Professional sharpening service for clipper blades and scissors, charged per blade/scissor, includes return postage
3. Clipper Servicing and Repair: Full service and repair of animal clippers including diagnosis, PAT testing, parts replacement, and labour; warranty of 3 months on replaced parts and labour

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Clippersharp is a specialist UK retailer selling animal clippers, trimmers, blades, and grooming accessories from leading brands (Lister, Heiniger, Liveryman, Aesculap, Wahl, Hauptner) for horses, dogs, and livestock. The company also provides in-house professional blade sharpening and clipper servicing/repair services from its Devon workshop, supported by expert advisory staff and an online learning portal.

Product overview

Clippersharp is an established e-commerce retailer specializing in animal grooming equipment and supplies, founded in 1994. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio organized around three core pillars: (1) Clippers & Trimmers - including branded products like Heiniger Xplorer, Liveryman Phoenix, and horse/dog/livestock-specific ranges; (2) Accessories & Spare Parts - tension sets, blade storage, clipper bags, drive blocks, oils, and battery/charging solutions for all major brands (Lister, Heiniger, Aesculap, Wahl, Liveryman); (3) Services - professional blade sharpening and clipper servicing/repair. The product ecosystem also extends to equestrian care (horse brushes, shampoos, competition essentials like quarter marking and plaiting supplies), livestock equipment (sheep shears, cattle clippers), and specialty items like solar lighting for stables and yards. Brands stocked include Lister, Heiniger, Aesculap, Wahl, Liveryman, Wolseley, Liscop, Hauptner, and Clipster. The company operates from Devon, UK, with a physical shop and workshop supporting both online retail and servicing operations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Heiniger Xplorer Clipper A highly powerful, cordless horse clipper designed to handle challenging coats and conditions, powered by a Lithium-Ion battery offering up to 120 minutes of clipping time. Targeted at professional horse owners and riders needing heavy-duty clipping performance.
• Liveryman Phoenix Re-chargeable Clipper A cordless clipper with brushless motor technology and planetary gearing system, equipped with two rechargeable Lithium-ion batteries for uninterrupted clipping. Suited to professional and enthusiast users requiring extended runtime.
• Heiniger Saphir Horse Clipper Horse clipper from the Heiniger brand designed for professional grooming use, offering cordless operation for horse coat maintenance.
• Liveryman Robin Trimmer A small pocket-sized, waterproof (IPX7) trimmer ideal for trimming awkward areas around the head, ears, and heels of fine-coated horses.
• Liveryman Nova Trimmer Trimmer from the Liveryman brand for horse and dog grooming, offering cordless trimming for detail work and finish clipping.
• Liveryman Classic Clipper Classic model clipper from the Liveryman brand, established within Clippersharp's range for routine horse and dog clipping.
• Liveryman Harmony Plus (40th Anniversary Edition) 40th Anniversary Edition clipper with free blade included, marking a milestone edition within the Liveryman line stocked by Clippersharp.
• Blade Sharpening Service Professional sharpening service for clipper blades and scissors, charged per blade or scissor and inclusive of return postage. Available for virtually all makes of clipper blades; free blade sharpening vouchers are included with clipper purchases.
• Clipper Servicing and Repair Full clipper servicing, repair, and maintenance service including PAT testing, parts replacement, diagnosis, and reassembly. Carries a 3-month warranty on replaced parts and labour. Quote provided after examination if outside standard service.
• Horse Clippers & Trimmers Collection Full range of clippers and trimmers specifically designed for horse grooming, including cordless and mains-operated options across multiple leading brands.
• Dog Clippers & Trimmers Collection Full range of clippers and trimmers for dog grooming, including breed-specific collections (Cockapoos, Spaniels, Poodles) and a Professional Dog Groomer Collection.
• Veterinary Clippers Collection Clippers designed for veterinary use, suitable for pre-operative preparation and routine animal care in clinical settings.
• Clipper & Trimmer Blades Collection Wide range of blades compatible with various clipper brands including Lister, Heiniger, Aesculap, and Liveryman, covering different grades (fine, medium, coarse, extra coarse) for different coat types.
• Sheep Shears and Sheep Shearing Accessories Hand shears, machine shears, combs, cutters, and accessories for sheep shearing and dagging, stocked for livestock farmers and shearers.
• Livestock Products Collection Products for cattle including clips, blades, and showing supplies, alongside sheep and general livestock shearing equipment.
• Solar Lighting for Stables, Arenas, Yards & Agricultural Buildings Solar-powered lighting solutions for stables, yards, arenas, lambing sheds, cattle sheds, and agricultural buildings, complementing the equestrian and livestock ranges.

Quantifiable outcome

• 30+ years of continuous operation as specialist clipper retailer

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Pets at Home: UK's largest specialist pet retailer with in-store grooming salons and broad pet supplies assortment. Comparable as a broader incumbent carrying overlapping animal grooming products (including some clipper brands) for the same UK pet owner customer base.
• Carrs Billington: UK agricultural and rural retailer operating country stores across Northern England and Scotland, supplying livestock and equine customers. Comparable as a broader incumbent carrying overlapping animal grooming and clipping products for the same UK farming and equestrian audience.
• Countrywide Farmers: UK agricultural retailer supplying farming and rural customers with animal health, grooming, and equipment. Comparable as a broader incumbent with overlapping livestock grooming assortment for the same rural UK customer base.
• Mole Valley Farmers: UK agricultural retail chain serving farmers and livestock owners with a broad rural product range including animal grooming tools. Comparable as a broader UK incumbent carrying overlapping clipper/shearing inventory for the same livestock and smallholder customers.

Others

• Liveryman: UK-based manufacturer of animal clippers and trimmers (Phoenix, Nova, Harmony Plus), a flagship brand carried by Clippersharp. Comparable as a supplier whose product positioning and pricing decisions directly affect Clippersharp's assortment and margins.
• Heiniger: Swiss manufacturer of professional animal clippers (Xplorer, Saphir) and shearing equipment, stocked as a core brand at Clippersharp. Comparable as a supplier with growing direct-to-consumer presence across Europe competing for the same end-customers.
• Wahl: US-based manufacturer of professional and consumer clippers/trimmers (animal and human grooming) and parent company of Lister. Comparable as a key supplier and direct-to-consumer competitor for the same branded clipper categories.
• Lister: UK-based clipper and shearing equipment manufacturer (now part of the Wahl Group), one of the principal brands stocked by Clippersharp. Comparable as a key supplier whose D2C expansion would directly compete with Clippersharp's retail position.
• Aesculap (B. Braun Vet Care): Veterinary and animal clipper manufacturer (Bonum, Econom lines) under B. Braun, a key brand stocked by Clippersharp. Comparable as a supplier serving the same veterinary and livestock grooming end markets with growing direct distribution.

Regional players

• PetEdge: US-based wholesale and retail supplier of professional pet grooming equipment, tools, and supplies. Comparable as a specialty animal grooming equipment retailer in a different geography (North America), serving professional groomers and pet owners with a similar multi-brand assortment and trade expertise.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/Clippersharp
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCp6XCpBQNKaoeOkT0jagX9g
• Facebookfacebook.com/Clippersharp
• Instagraminstagram.com/clippersharp
• TikToktiktok.com/@clippersharp
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/clippersharp-ltd

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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