How to Replace the Rear Housing on a Saber Clipper

By Stylecraft US | Published: 2026-10-16

Category: How-to Guides

A step-by-step guide to swapping the rear housing assembly on your Stylecraft Saber clipper, including a pre-check to confirm the part is the right fix.

Quick answer

Replacing the rear housing on a Saber clipper means swapping the whole rear assembly, not just the plastic shell. The Replacement Rear Housing for Saber Clipper Assembly Part (part 351179) includes the battery, motor, and screws, so the job is mostly disconnecting the old assembly, transferring your cover lid and bracket, and screwing the new one in. Before you order, confirm the fault is in the rear assembly rather than the lever or blade.

Confirm the rear housing is actually the problem

Before you buy a rear assembly, rule out the cheaper fixes. If the clipper runs but won't hold a charge, or cuts out under load, that points to the battery or motor inside the rear housing. If the clipper runs fine but the cutting length won't hold, the problem is more likely the lever. If it snags or pulls, the blade is the first suspect. The rear housing is the right part when the failure is inside the body, not at the cutting end.

Match the part to your Saber model

The Replacement Rear Housing for Saber Clipper Assembly Part is listed as compatible with Saber clippers, and the full compatibility list is in the product description rather than something you should assume. Check your clipper's model marking against that list before ordering. If you are unsure, the lever part (351175) is explicitly listed for Apex, Mythic, and Saber, so it is a useful cross-check that you are looking at the right family of clippers.

What the replacement assembly includes

The rear assembly package arrives fully assembled with the battery, motor, and screws already in place. That changes the job: you are not soldering or transferring a motor, you are moving your existing cover lid and bracket onto the new assembly and screwing it down. The listing also notes you choose your desired lever, so decide whether you are reusing your current lever or fitting a new one before you start.

Tools and workspace

You need a clean, well-lit surface, a small screwdriver that matches the housing screws, and a container for the screws you remove. Work over a tray or towel so small parts don't roll away. If you are also fitting a new lever, have it within reach before you open the clipper so you are not hunting for it mid-job.

When to stop and get help

If the clipper shows other faults, such as a damaged blade or a cracked front housing, replacing the rear assembly alone won't fix it. If you open the clipper and find damage that doesn't match the symptoms you diagnosed, stop and reassess rather than forcing the new assembly into place. For clippers under warranty, check the terms before you open the housing, since DIY repair can affect coverage.

Step-by-step: replacing the Saber rear housing

Power down and unplug: Turn the clipper off and disconnect it from any charger before you touch the housing. Let it sit for a moment if it has been running. Checkpoint: the clipper is off and cool, with no charging cable attached.
Remove the housing screws: Take out the screws holding the rear housing in place and set them aside in your tray. Keep them separate from the new screws that come with the assembly. Common mistake: mixing old and new screws, then forcing one that doesn't match the thread.
Separate the old rear assembly: Gently pull the old rear assembly away from the clipper body. Note how the cover lid and bracket sit before you fully remove it. Checkpoint: you can see how the cover lid and bracket are oriented on the old assembly.
Transfer the cover lid and bracket: Move your existing cover lid and your sliding or stretch bracket onto the new rear assembly, matching the orientation you noted on the old one. Common mistake: fitting the bracket backwards, which stops the lever from moving through its full range.
Fit the new rear assembly: Seat the Replacement Rear Housing for Saber Clipper Assembly Part onto the clipper body, then screw it in place using the supplied screws. Checkpoint: the assembly sits flush with no gap between it and the clipper body.
Attach the lever and test: Attach your chosen lever, then power on and run the clipper through its full range of cutting lengths. Listen for unusual noise and check that the lever moves smoothly. If the lever binds or the clipper cuts out, power down and recheck the bracket orientation before using it on a client.

Parts and tools referenced

Replacement Rear Housing for Saber Clipper Assembly Part: Fully assembled rear housing package that includes battery, motor, and screws, compatible with Saber clippers. You skip the soldering and motor-transfer work, so the swap is a screwdriver job rather than a rebuild.
Replacement Part Clipper Lever Compatible with Apex/ Mythic / Saber Clipper Models: Replacement clipper lever compatible with Apex, Mythic, and Saber models, available in floating or click versions and in Gold, Black, and Blue. If your clipper's real fault is the lever rather than the rear housing, this is the cheaper, targeted fix, and it fits the same Saber family.