I bought some Wahl hair clippers about 15 years ago. I use it to reduce the length of both my beard and hair. Overall, it has cost me about $2 a year, plus electricity for hair cuts. I used it in the military for about ten years. I did shave using a branded quad-blade razor. But, I could make that blade last at least month. Anyway, now that I am retired I just go shaggy until I can't stand. Then I whip out the clippers and mow away. Then again, I just view it hair. I also have the advantage of not having to portray a corporate look. Anyway, enough rambling. I applaud all who are finding ways to economize. It frees up money for prepping stuff.