ScissorPedia

Independent scissor reference

Which shear, and why.

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204brands documented
2537models with specs
128guides
305reference entries

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Six routes people actually arrive with.

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A long-haired training mannequin head stands against a plain background. First pair

Fit, handedness, and seller terms before you spend.

4 models Editorial illustration of three unbranded professional shears beside hand outlines for fit comparison. Left-handed

How to verify a true reversed build, not a label.

5 models A barber trims short hair with a cutting shear held over a comb. Barbering

Blade length and tension for scissor-over-comb.

4 models A cutting shear and a toothed thinning shear lie side by side on a dark salon mat. Thinning & texturising

Tooth count, geometry, and documented cut rate.

10 models A technician checks the tension on a professional cutting shear at a service bench. Sharpening & service

Who can safely touch a convex Japanese edge.

10 guides A therapist performs a clinical examination of a seated person's forearm. Wrist & RSI

Handle geometry questions worth asking a fitter.

4 models

Know your shear

Six parts decide how a pair feels in the hand. Tap the points.

Hand-drawn orientation plate of an unbranded cutting shear with callout dots at its visible parts.
Pivot & tensionTune

The screw sets blade pressure. Too loose folds hair; too tight grinds the edge flat.

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What the money actually buys

Price tiers with the brands documented in each, and what changes as you move up. Tap a tier to filter the directory.

$ Student$40–150

Stainless, beveled edge, machine-finished. Fine for training heads.

AtaliDMIFeather +10 $$ First professional$150–300

440C or AUS-8, semi-convex. Where a documented service route starts to matter.

AMACerenaCricket +23 $$$ Working pro$300–600

VG-10 / cobalt alloy, true convex, ergonomic handles.

4420ABOVEAichi +110 $$$$ Premium$600–1,000

ATS-314, powder steel, hand-honed. Named craftsman on the box.

AuroBLACKSMITH BLADESBokhari +40 $$$$$ Flagship$1,000+

Limited runs, Damascus or urushi finishes, factory-only servicing.

ArcbmacGreen Mouse +6

Convex vs beveled — drag it

The grind shape changes everything about how a shear moves through hair. Drag the handle to compare.

Illustrative macro of a shear blade with a visibly flat, faceted bevel.
Illustrative macro of a shear blade with a smoothly curved convex surface.
ConvexSmooth arc · glides BeveledFlat facet · grips
Convex edge
  • Slices with almost no thumb push
  • Best for slide & dry cutting
  • Needs a specialist sharpener
Beveled edge
  • Grips hair — great blunt lines
  • Tougher, cheaper to maintain
  • More thumb pressure per cut

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 Guides 8 min read VG10 vs Cobalt Alloy: What Finished-Shear Labels Prove

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 Guides 12 min read Yasaka vs Joewell: An Exact Model Scissor Comparison

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Compare any two or three brands, side by side

Sticky specs, swipeable columns, difference highlighting — built for phones.

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How to use ScissorPedia

Three steps, then a check with the maker. We never sell the tools we document.

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State the decision

Buying, fitting, servicing, or learning a term. Each has its own route.

02

Compare exact models

Brand and country labels can't choose for you. Specs and sources can.

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Confirm with the maker

We link the first-party page. Check price, warranty, and service yourself.

Common questions

How do I choose a first pair of professional scissors?

Start with the work you do most, your handedness, and the size that feels controlled in your hand. Compare the exact model's published type, length, handle, edge, material, and current seller or service details before buying.

What details should I compare between two models?

Compare the exact product type, listed size, handedness, handle shape, blade or edge terms, published material, and retailer or maker information. A similar product name does not guarantee the same specification.

How should I care for professional scissors?

Follow the maker's care and service guidance. Keep the tool clean and dry between services, use the recommended lubricant where applicable, and arrange professional servicing when the tool no longer performs as expected.

Can I research scissors before buying online?

Yes. Match the seller's listing to the current model name and the maker's published information, then review the seller's return, service, and warranty terms before ordering.

How can I check a pair's authenticity?

Compare the model name, product details, and any identifiers that the maker publishes with the current listing. Our authentication guide provides a practical checklist and points to the information worth confirming.

What does ScissorPedia catalogue?

ScissorPedia brings together brand profiles, product records, technical reference entries, comparison tools, and guides for researching professional hair cutting tools.

Research professional hair scissors with context

Compare the details that matter

Use a product page to compare the information recorded for an exact model, including its listed type, size, handedness, handle, and material. When a detail is not listed, treat that as a prompt to check the maker or seller directly.

Technical reference pages explain the terms behind the catalogue, from steel and edge language to handle types and care. This makes it easier to ask focused questions when two models look similar but serve different work.

Move from question to next step

Start with a guide when you have a specific task, such as a first pair, left-handed build, barber workflow, or thinning and texturising. Use comparison pages after you have narrowed the field to the exact models you want to evaluate.

For authenticity, service, or availability questions, follow the current source links and confirm the details that affect your decision. The catalogue is designed to make that final check faster and more deliberate.

Research professional hair scissors with context.

Browse brands, products, guides, and reference entries. Confirm current details with the maker or seller before buying.

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