Now I am using Jyo OUR 75, Jyo EUW 70, 80 and U&U metal comb. What I like about Utusmi shears is “it goes though coating, it does not bend hairs. One cut grabs and the hair does not slide”. I also likes short shank; it finishes better and great for the wrist.

“Pina” Irina Pinkusevich emigrated from Ukraine with her parents in 1989. While she attended New York University, she was working part-time at local grooming shop. Since then she has been in grooming business for over 20 years. Though she has been only competing for only several years, has won multiple prizes and considered one of the most talented groomer in USA.

Prizes:

• 2008 – Ranked #1 among professional groomers in the U.S.
• 2008 – Lynn Carver Award for Best All-Around Groomer
• 2009 – Gold Medal in the World Championships (as a member of Groom Team USA)
• 2010 – Liz Paul Memorial Award for the most Best in Show wins
• 2010 – Lynn Carver Award for Best All-Around Groomer
• 2010 – Ranked #1 among professional groomers in the U.S.
• 2011 – Silver Medal in the World Championships (as a member of Groom Team USA)

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