Hi Lea, you haven't missed much as the site has been down for about the last 2 weeks :cry:
Anyway about clippers, I wouldn't bother with the Argos ones as your breeder friend is right, they wouldn't cope with an American coat. Unless you can get hold of a good second hand pair, I don't think you'll find much for £50. Here is a link for some that cost just over £100 and they are what I use 5 days a week
so I can recommend them
www.wahl.co.uk then click on animal, and then clippers. Details are as follows
MODEL: KM-1 Mains Clipper
Mains rotary motor, lightweight, professional clipper
Extremely robust with 35 Watt motor
Chromium-plated, precision-ground professional interchangeable blades made of hardened steel
Extensive range of snap-on blades available
Made in Germany
Retail Price £104.99
Hope this helps
Michele