The Best Akitz Scissors
Akitz is a South Korean scissor brand produced by A-Tech, based in Incheon since 1996. The range uses Hitachi 440C steel across cutting, blending, and swivel-handle models. Also marketed as Suntachi in some markets. Pricing is available through the retailer.
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What are the best Akitz scissors?
The AFJ is the standard cutting model. The Precision is a 5.5 inch detail-length option. The Swivel adds a swivel handle for ergonomic cutting.
A-Tech has produced professional scissors from Incheon since 1996. The wider Akitz range also includes the BT cutting model and the Blurry Blender thinning shear.
Specs side by side
| Attribute | Pick 1 Akitz AFJ Professional Cutting Scissors Akitz | Pick 2 Akitz Precision Professional Cutting Scissors Akitz | Pick 3 Akitz Dual Rotation Swivel Thumb Scissors Akitz |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price band | Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range | Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range | Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range |
| Made in | South Korea | South Korea | South Korea |
| Handle | Offset | Offset | Swivel thumb |
| Blade type | Convex | Convex | Convex |
| Sizes (in) | 6.5· 6.75 | 5.5 | 6.0 |
| Product links | View product | View product | View product |
3 Akitz picks in Hitachi 440C steel
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Akitz AFJ Professional Cutting Scissors
- Hitachi 440C
- Offset handle
- Convex blade
The Akitz AFJ is a professional cutting scissor for stylists and barbers who prefer longer blade lengths, with a convex edge and offset handle.
View Akitz AFJ Professional Cutting Scissors - 2Akitz
Akitz Precision Professional Cutting Scissors
- Hitachi 440C
- Offset handle
- Convex blade
Made in Incheon, South Korea by A-Tech Industrial.
View Akitz Precision Professional Cutting Scissors - 3Akitz
Akitz Dual Rotation Swivel Thumb Scissors
- Hitachi 440C
- Swivel thumb handle
- Convex blade
Made in Incheon, South Korea by A-Tech Industrial.
View Akitz Dual Rotation Swivel Thumb Scissors
The Akitz range
Akitz is a South Korean scissor brand produced by A-Tech, based in Incheon since 1996. The range uses Hitachi 440C steel across cutting, blending, and swivel-handle models. Also marketed as Suntachi in some markets. Pricing is available through the retailer.
A-Tech has produced professional scissors from Incheon since 1996. The wider Akitz range also includes the BT cutting model and the Blurry Blender thinning shear.
How we chose
The AFJ is the standard cutting model. The Precision is a 5.5 inch detail-length option. The Swivel adds a swivel handle for ergonomic cutting. A-Tech has produced professional scissors from Incheon since 1996. The wider Akitz range also includes the BT cutting model and the Blurry Blender thinning shear. Guide prices are at time of writing; confirm current figures and availability directly with the brand or its authorised retailers. Sets and left-handed models where listed separately are not included here.
Frequently Asked Questions
3 answers you can open one at a timeWhere are Akitz scissors made?
Akitz scissors are made by A-Tech in Incheon, South Korea, since 1996.
What steel do Akitz scissors use?
Akitz scissors use Hitachi 440C stainless steel with convex edges.
What models are in the Akitz range?
The catalogued range includes the AFJ standard cutting model, the Precision 5.5 inch detail option, and a swivel-handle model, plus the BT cutting model and the Blurry Blender thinning shear.