Clipping My Fjording Hugo - Which Clippers - What Type of Clip?

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I really want to clip my hairy fjording Hugo, I bought him at the end of last winter season and he was the proud owner of a stinky thick greasy winter coat (I rescued him from a neglectful home so he never worn a rug before I had him bear in mind I live in norway!). He cannot have that this winter lmao!

Firstly I need recomendations on good clippers to get rid of coarse coat, quiet would be good but powerfull, I am ok with or without cord. I am unsure what type of blades to use on a hairy monster?

My main reason to clip is obviously he gets hot under work as he has thick summer coat even but also to cut down on grooming time as I have a disease where my immune system attacks my muscle so repetative actions such as extended grooming hurts to much and then I am in too much pain to ride and fjordings here in Norway have very thick greasy coats which dirt loves to stick to.

What clip would you recommend... I would love to get rid of Hugos feathers, as fluffy feet take so much time to care for, would a full clip seem a bit harsh? He is stabled on my yard at home (Norway) in an american barn which is insulated, and I am prepared to use heavy weight top quality rugs to make sure he is not cold (rambo supreme outdoor Rambo plus indoor) he currently has rambos but without neck covers so I have to go shopping
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Some advice to a clipping novice would be gratefully received...
 
I have a similar issue with my half shire! He grows a coat of about 2 inches thick hair in the winter and I'm afraid I subject him to a full clip, feathers and all! He actually stays very warm in his rugs (Rambo heavyweight for the coldest weather) and I just layer him up if I think he needs extra protection. I have got leg wraps for colder nights when he's in the stable too. I leave a saddle patch of hair to stop rubbing but that's all.

As for the clippers, I bought a realtively cheap pair (about £140) off ebay - can't remember the name though, sorry. They are quite noisy but Henry doesn't mind that, and they came with heavy duty blades. I have a set of wahl trimmers for his legs - easier than large clippers!
 
Full clip it is then, but to be honest I am scared to do my first clip...hope he does not look bad afterwards!

I will post a picture after the event lol!

Thanks for your advice, confirmed what I thought.
 
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