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The Classic Hand Shear: Burgon & Ball Drummer Boy No. 10

The Drummer Boy is a hand shear for classic sheep shearing, used by farmers and stockmen since the 19th century. The No. 10 model carries a 6.5 inch blade and is the simple, sturdy choice for shearing by hand.

The double bow grip is particularly soft to squeeze – that saves effort when several animals follow one after another. You recognise these shears by their red grips and the laser-engraved Drummer Boy logo on the blade.

At a glance:

  • For shearing sheep by hand
  • Double bow grip, soft to work even over longer sessions
  • Long-established model with a real history behind it
  • Red grips, laser-engraved logo on the blade
  • Comes in its pouch – stored safely
  • 5 year guarantee

Technical data:

  • Model: No. 10 Double Bow Drummer Boy
  • Blade length: 6.5 inches (approx. 16.5 cm)
  • Design: double bow grip, red
  • Type: classic hand shear for sheep shearing
  • Weight: 0.43 kg

Scope of delivery:

1x sheep shears Drummer Boy No. 10, 6.5 inch
1x pouch

Questions & answers:

How do these differ from the SuperShears?
The Drummer Boy is the classic model with a soft double bow. The SuperShears add forged blades ground on both sides plus rubber stops at the grip.

How long is the blade?
6.5 inches, so around 16.5 cm of cutting length.

Is a pouch included?
Yes, the shears are delivered with their pouch.

Colour: red, silver
Animal species: Sheep
Data according to manufacturer. Errors and changes reserved.

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