The Best point-cut pro Scissors for Hairdressers
point-cut pro is an American scissor brand from Martin, Tennessee, run by RazorSharpShears, LLC. The brand was founded by hairstylist Jason Milligan, who developed the patented i360 guide tip after repeated finger cuts during point cutting — a six-year development process by the brand's account. All four catalogued models carry the i360 tip design and are hand-finished from Japanese steel. Four picks from US$179 to US$199.
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What are the best point-cut pro scissors?
The Queen Regent i360, around US$179, is the entry model in the Queen i360 range — a 6.25-inch shear with Japanese steel, titanium coating, and the patented i360 guide tips, hand-finished and suitable for a wide range of cutting techniques. The Queen Dragon i360, around US$199, is a 6.0-inch shear hand-finished from premium Japanese steel with an ergonomic handle. The Queen Royale i360, around US$199, is a 6.0-inch shear that also has a left-hand double-swivel version available. The Queen Eye of the Dragon, around US$199, steps to Japanese 440C stainless at Rockwell 61–62 and adds removable stainless steel dragon eye accents and a gemstone tension dial — the most specified model in the catalogued range.
The i360 guide tip is patented. Milligan developed it to allow blade tips to glide across fingers during point cutting without causing injury — the brand describes a six-year development process and hundreds of test shears before the final tip geometry was fixed. The practical difference from a standard convex tip is the shaped guide surface at the blade end, which acts as a buffer during contact with the hand during aggressive point cutting technique. Three of the four models list Japanese steel without a specific grade; the Queen Eye of the Dragon specifies Japanese 440C at Rockwell 61–62 and is the only model with a published hardness figure. All four are available through the point-cut pro website and SalonCentric.
Specs side by side
| Attribute | Pick 1 point-cut pro Queen Regent i360 Cutting Scissors point-cut pro | Pick 2 point-cut pro Queen Dragon i360 Cutting Scissors point-cut pro | Pick 3 point-cut pro Queen Royale i360 Cutting Scissors point-cut pro | Pick 4 point-cut pro Queen Eye of the Dragon Cutting Scissors point-cut pro |
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| Price band | US$179Price band US$100–200 · Entry-level | US$199Price band US$100–200 · Entry-level | US$199Price band US$100–200 · Entry-level | US$199Price band US$100–200 · Entry-level |
| Steel | Not listed | Not listed | Not listed | 440C Stainless Steel (Japan) |
| Made in | USA | USA | USA | USA |
| Handle | Offset | Offset | Offset | Offset |
| Blade type | Convex with i360 guide tips | Convex with i360 guide tips | Convex with i360 guide tips | Convex with i360 guide tips |
| Sizes (in) | 6.25 | 6.0 | 6.0 | 6.5 |
| Product links | View product | View product | View product | View product |
Four point-cut pro picks from US$179 to US$199
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point-cut pro Queen Regent i360 Cutting Scissors
- Japanese steel
- Offset handle
- Convex with i360 guide tips blade
point-cut pro’s entry-level Queen i360 model — a 6.25-inch shear with Japanese steel, a titanium coating, and the patented i360 guide tips. Hand-finished with an ergonomic offset handle. The Regent is the lowest guide price in the Queen range at US$179, and the titanium coating gives the finish a darker look alongside the standard convex blade geometry. Suited to stylists who want the i360 tip at an entry price point. Available through SalonCentric and point-cut pro.
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point-cut pro Queen Dragon i360 Cutting Scissors
- Japanese steel
- Offset handle
- Convex with i360 guide tips blade
point-cut pro’s 6.0-inch shear hand-finished from premium Japanese steel with an ergonomic offset handle. The Dragon i360 carries the i360 guide tips and is designed to minimise hand fatigue during extended use. Available in 6.0 inch. Available through SalonCentric and point-cut pro.
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point-cut pro Queen Royale i360 Cutting Scissors
- Japanese steel
- Offset handle
- Convex with i360 guide tips blade
point-cut pro’s 6.0-inch shear with i360 guide tips and an ergonomic offset handle. The Royale also has a double-swivel left-hand version available — the model for left-handed stylists who want the i360 tip design. Hand-finished from Japanese steel. Available through SalonCentric and point-cut pro.
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point-cut pro Queen Eye of the Dragon Cutting Scissors
- 440C Stainless Steel (Japan)
- Offset handle
- Convex with i360 guide tips blade
point-cut pro’s most-specified catalogued model — a 6.5-inch shear in Japanese 440C stainless at Rockwell 61–62, with the i360 guide tips, removable stainless steel dragon eye accents, and a gemstone hand-adjustable tension dial. The only model in the catalogued range with a published steel grade and hardness figure. Available through SalonCentric and point-cut pro.
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The point-cut pro i360 system
point-cut pro is an American scissor brand from Martin, Tennessee. Founder Jason Milligan developed the patented i360 guide tip from firsthand experience: repeated finger cuts during point cutting. The brand documents a six-year development process and hundreds of test shears before the final tip geometry was settled. The i360 design is built into the blade tip to let it slide across the fingers during contact — a safety buffer for stylists who use aggressive point cutting technique regularly.
All four catalogued models carry the i360 tip, are hand-finished from Japanese steel, and sit between US$179 and US$199 at guide prices. The range is available directly from the brand and through SalonCentric.
How we chose
All four models carry the brand’s defining i360 guide tip and are priced within the same band. The Regent is the entry price and the only titanium-coated model. The Dragon and Royale are the 6.0-inch mid-range picks; the Royale adds left-hand availability. The Eye of the Dragon is the only model with a published steel grade — 440C at Rockwell 61–62 — and the largest blade at 6.5 inch. Guide prices move; confirm current figures before buying.
The wider point-cut pro catalogue
The point-cut pro brand page covers the full range, including razors and additional left-handed models. The brand’s own site at pointcutpro.com lists current stock and pricing across all models.
Frequently Asked Questions
5 answers you can open one at a timeWhat is the point-cut pro i360 guide tip?
The i360 guide tip is a patented blade-tip design on point-cut pro scissors. It is shaped to allow the blade tips to glide across the fingers during point cutting without causing injury. Founder Jason Milligan developed the tip after cutting his own fingers during point cutting and spent six years refining the design before commercialising it.
Where are point-cut pro scissors made?
The brand is based in Martin, Tennessee, run by RazorSharpShears, LLC. The scissors are hand-finished from Japanese steel. Country of manufacture for finished scissors is listed as USA on the catalogued product pages; check current retailer listings for per-model confirmation.
What steel do point-cut pro scissors use?
Three of the four catalogued models list Japanese steel without a specific grade. The Queen Eye of the Dragon specifies Japanese 440C stainless at Rockwell hardness 61–62. The Queen Regent i360 also has a titanium coating. Confirm steel grades on the brand’s own site or with the retailer.
Where can I buy point-cut pro scissors?
point-cut pro sells directly through its website at pointcutpro.com. The range is also carried by SalonCentric. Check both for current stock and pricing.
Does point-cut pro make left-handed scissors?
Yes. The Queen Royale i360 is available in a double-swivel left-hand version. The wider range on the point-cut pro website also includes left-handed models.