Buyer's guide

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.

Verified Jun 2026

3 Akitz picks in Hitachi 440C steel

Attribute Akitz AFJ Professional Cutting Scissors Akitz Akitz Precision Professional Cutting Scissors Akitz Akitz Dual Rotation Swivel Thumb Scissors Akitz
Price tierMid-range Mid-range Mid-range
Made inSouth KoreaSouth KoreaSouth Korea
HandleOffsetOffsetSwivel thumb
Blade typeConvexConvexConvex
Sizes (in)6.5· 6.755.56.0
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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.

3 Akitz picks in Hitachi 440C steel

1. Akitz AFJ Professional Cutting Scissors. The Akitz AFJ is a professional cutting scissor for stylists and barbers who prefer longer blade lengths, with a convex edge and offset handle.

2. Akitz Precision Professional Cutting Scissors. Made in Incheon, South Korea by A-Tech Industrial.

3. Akitz Dual Rotation Swivel Thumb Scissors. Made in Incheon, South Korea by A-Tech Industrial.

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

Where 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.

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