BaBylissPRO Boost+ BlackFX Clipper + Trimmer Duo

The BaBylissPRO Boost+ BlackFX Matte Metal Clipper & SkeletonFX Outlining Trimmer Duo (FX8700RBPE + FX7870RBPE) pairs the two tools a barber reaches for most -- a heavy-duty fade clipper for bulk and blending, and a fully exposed skeleton trimmer for lining and detail -- in one matched, all-metal matte black set. Each tool carries its own high-capacity lithium-ion battery and runs corded or cordless, so you are never tied to a single charger or a single way of working.

At a glance

What it is: Matched Boost+ matte black clipper + SkeletonFX trimmer
Best for: Fades, tapers, lining and detail work
Blades: DLC fade blade (clipper) + fully exposed DLC deep-tooth T-blade (trimmer)
Power: Each tool its own lithium-ion battery, corded or cordless
Runtime: Up to 120 minutes (clipper), up to 3 hours (trimmer)
Profile: All-metal housings, diamond-textured matte black grips

Why a matched clipper-and-trimmer set

A clean cut is really two jobs. The clipper removes bulk and builds the fade; the trimmer sharpens the edges, the lineup and the detail the clipper is not made to reach. Buying them as a matched Boost+ black set gives you one coordinated look and two tools built to the same professional standard -- each with its own battery, so one running low never stops the other. It is the core of a working kit, ready to grow into a full barber setup later.

Key features

Fade clipper (FX8700RBPE): a DLC fade blade, 45 mm wide and zero-gap adjustable, with a 5-position taper lever and 8 guide combs for every grade; a high-torque motor and a high-capacity lithium-ion battery give up to 120 minutes of cordless run from a four-hour charge.
Skeleton trimmer (FX7870RBPE): a fully exposed 360-degree DLC deep-tooth T-blade, zero-gap adjustable; a high-torque motor built for clean lining, with up to 3 hours of cordless run.
DLC blades: the diamond-like carbon coating is designed to reduce friction and keep the blades running at a lower temperature.
Corded or cordless: both tools work on the battery or on the cord, so you choose freedom of movement or an always-on connection.
All-metal build: knurled, diamond-textured metal housings, each with a detent hanging hook.

What to expect

This set covers the cutting and lining stages of a haircut: bulk removal, tapers and fades with the clipper, then edges, necklines and detail with the exposed trimmer. Because each tool runs corded or cordless, you can work off the battery for freedom of movement and drop onto the cord when one runs low. It does not shave -- for a foil-close finish on the neck and cheeks, add the matching FoilFX02 GunSteel shaver and you have the full Boost+ black combo.

Who it is for

Barbers and stylists who want a matched clipper-and-trimmer pair in a coordinated matte black finish.
Fade and lineup work: the clipper builds the blend, the exposed trimmer sharpens the edges.
Anyone who wants the option to run corded or cordless without swapping tools.

Who it is not for

If you also want to shave: add the FoilFX02 GunSteel shaver, or step up to the Boost+ Black combo, which includes it.
If you prefer another finish: the same pairing comes in Boost+ all-metal gold and Boost+ Chameleon.
If you want one battery shared between both tools: these are two independent tools, each with its own battery -- for one interchangeable battery across tools, see the FXONE all-metal duos.

Professional tip

Work the fade first with the clipper and its taper lever, then switch to the exposed trimmer for the lineup and edges while the blend is still fresh in your eye. Keep the clipper on its cord for long bulk sessions to save the battery, and run the trimmer cordless for the freedom to move around the chair during detail work.

How to use

Charge both tools fully before the first use, or run them on the cord.
Set the clipper's bulk length with the taper lever or a guide comb.
Blend the fade upward in small passes, flicking out to soften the transitions.
Switch to the skeleton trimmer for the lineup, neckline and detail, holding it flat to the skin for a crisp edge.
Brush out the cut hair and add a few drops of oil along both blades after use.
Charge each tool on its own adapter so the set is ready for the next cut.

Safety: Both blades are sharp and the trimmer blade is fully exposed -- keep fingers clear of the cutting edge and store the tools with their guards on. These are grooming tools, not wet shavers: keep them and their adapters away from water and do not immerse them. Charge only with the supplied adapters, keep the batteries away from heat, and store the set out of reach of children.

Care and maintenance

Brush the cut hair from both blades after every use and add a few drops of clipper oil along the teeth -- even the DLC blades need oiling to keep them running smoothly and at a lower blade temperature. Re-set a blade to zero-gap with the supplied tool if it drifts, and fit the matching BaBylissPRO replacement blade for each model when a blade dulls. Charge each tool on its own adapter and keep the contacts clean. When you are ready to complete the set, the duo pairs with the matching FoilFX02 GunSteel shaver, the ready-made Boost+ Black combo, and the BaBylissPRO Levante dryer.

In short

Two matched tools: a DLC fade clipper and an exposed DLC skeleton trimmer in all-metal matte black.
Cut and line: a fade clipper for the blend, an exposed trimmer for the edges.
Corded or cordless: each tool its own lithium-ion battery, easy to grow into the full Boost+ black combo.

Complete your Boost+ black set

BaBylissPRO FoilFX02 GunSteel Shaver FXFS2GSE -- the matching foil shaver -- makes it the full 3-tool set
BaBylissPRO Boost+ Black Combo Set -- clipper, trimmer and shaver as a ready 3-tool kit
BaBylissPRO Boost+ Black Barber Station -- the 4-tool station with the Levante dryer
BaBylissPRO Levante Hair Dryer 2100W -- lightweight professional dryer to finish the look

Frequently asked questions

Do the clipper and trimmer share one battery?

No. Each tool has its own built-in lithium-ion battery and its own charging adapter, so they charge and run independently -- if one runs low, the other keeps going. That is different from the FXONE all-metal duos, where a single interchangeable battery snaps between the tools; here you simply run whichever tool you need on its own battery or on the cord.

Can I use them corded, or only cordless?

Both. The clipper and the trimmer each run corded or cordless, so you can cut on the battery for freedom of movement or drop onto the cord when a battery runs low -- handy for long back-to-back sessions. Charge each tool on its own supplied adapter between uses.

Which tool do I use for what?

Use the clipper for bulk removal, tapers and fades -- its 45 mm DLC fade blade and 5-position taper lever handle the blend, and the guide combs set the grade. Use the exposed skeleton trimmer for the lineup, neckline and fine detail; its fully exposed T-blade gives you the visibility to work right up to a clean edge. The clipper is not a dedicated liner, and the trimmer is not made for heavy bulk removal.

Do the DLC blades need oiling?

Yes. The DLC (diamond-like carbon) coating is designed to reduce friction and run at a lower temperature, but it is not a substitute for oil. Brush out the hair and add a few drops of clipper oil along both blades after each use so they keep cutting smoothly -- a coated blade that runs dry still wears and drags.

Can I use the set abroad?

Before you travel, check the voltage rating printed on each tool's adapter. Use a plug adapter for the socket shape so the plug fits -- and if an adapter is single-voltage, never run it through a voltage converter, which can damage the tool.

How close does the trimmer cut, and is zero-gap safe?

The T-blade is fully exposed and can be adjusted to zero-gap for the closest lining. Set it carefully: bring the blade in until it just meets, back it off a touch, and test on the back of your hand before it touches a client -- a true zero-gap blade sits very close to the skin. Keep the blade clean and oiled so it glides rather than drags.

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