What size clipper blade produces the shortest cut?

The size of clipper blades indicates how close the blade will cut to the scalp or skin. The numbering system for clipper blades operates on a scale where the lower the number, the shorter the cut.

In this case, size 0000 is the smallest blade size available, meaning it is designed to produce an extremely short cut, often used for fades or extremely close cuts. When a stylist uses a size 0000 blade, they are trimming the hair down to just above the skin, which provides that very tight and clean finish that many clients prefer for certain hairstyles.

As for the other sizes, size 00, size 000, and size 1 will produce progressively longer cuts compared to size 0000. These blades are used for various lengths, with size 1 being much longer than size 0000 and typically leaving a significant amount of hair. This hierarchical structure in blade sizes is crucial for barbers to achieve the desired hair length for their clients.