I use them to clip my maxi cobs legs.. i clip all that i can with the big clippers and as hes a bit shy i then finish off with the element clippers.. fab things they are.. But,, they do go right down to the skin almost if your dont use the guard.. mind you i dont use the guard and my poor boy looks right baldy!! Poor baby.. lol I have also used them to hog his mane when i first got him as he was really scared of clippers and they are really quiet..