How do I know if my Wahl Magic Clip is real?

14/11/2019

Please note this information only applies to Super Tapers sold in the UK and Ireland.

Packaging

How do I know if my Wahl Magic Clip is real?
How do I know if my Wahl Magic Clip is real?

UK packaging is printed in English only.
No other languages are used.
At present, the UK packaging does not have a “mark of originality” or similar symbols on it.

Blades

How do I know if my Wahl Magic Clip is real?

The screws on the Super Taper blade lay flatter on the genuine Wahl clipper.
On the fake product with the taper lever set at the lowest level, the top blade protrudes and will result in injury if being used.

Plug

How do I know if my Wahl Magic Clip is real?

The genuine UK Super Taper does not come with a euro plug.

Cord Grips

How do I know if my Wahl Magic Clip is real?

The genuine Super Taper has a sturdier and longer cord grip with a different pattern.

Rating Label

How do I know if my Wahl Magic Clip is real?

The genuine Super Taper is made in Europe and it includes the Wahl Hungary address.

Hanging Loop

How do I know if my Wahl Magic Clip is real?

The genuine Super Taper has reinforced shoulders on the hanging loop making it much stronger.

Inside

How do I know if my Wahl Magic Clip is real?

The genuine Super Taper has black rivets at the top and the blue wire connects directly to the coil.

Lid

How do I know if my Wahl Magic Clip is real?

The fake has a faint square on the bottom of the lid, the genuine one is smooth.

If you are unsure on whether your product is a fake or not, please contact us.

How can you tell a fake Wahl Magic Clip?

The screws on the Super Taper blade lay flatter on the genuine Wahl clipper. On the fake product with the taper lever set at the lowest level, the top blade protrudes and will result in injury if being used.

Where do I find my Wahl model number?

The instruction booklet that came with your clipper or trimmer will reference your blade's item number.

Is Wahl Magic Clip Made in USA?

Designed in USA The Wahl hair clippers and their blade sets are developed in Illinois in the USA.

Are Wahl clippers made in China?

Wahl manufactures its clippers and trimmers in its own factories in Sterling, Illinois; parts come from Germany, England, China, and Hungary, while international plants are present in China, England, Australia, Canada, the Netherlands and Japan.