Aichi
Aichi International Co., Ltd.
About Aichi
In brief
Aichi is a South Korean scissor brand founded in 2015 in Busan, producing 440C stainless steel cutting, thinning, and curved shears for professionals.
Cutting Scissors · Thinning Scissors · Curved Scissors 5.0–30 in
Profile updated Apr 2026
Price
US$280–290Price band US$200–400 · Mid-rangeTypical documented price, not a quoteWhere to buy
2 retailersBuying routes
Where to buy Aichi
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US & Canada 2 retailers
Maker’s own dealer information: official site ↗
Catalogue map
The Aichi range
14 models · 5.0–30 in
Cutting Scissors 9 models US$280Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range
6 more models are listed in the full catalogue below.
Curved Scissors 1 model US$290Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range
Thinning Scissors 4 models Price not documented
1 more models are listed in the full catalogue below.
Pictured models
All 14 Aichi model names
- Aichi Ambassador 7"
- Aichi AML Left-Hand
- Aichi Curve 7 Inch Curved Scissors
- Aichi Elite AL
- Aichi Elite AM-30B Thinning
- Aichi Elite AM
- Aichi Elite AMB
- Aichi Elite AMD-25 Thinning
- Aichi Elite AMG
- Aichi Elite AN
- Aichi Elite VX
- Aichi Elite XCB-26 Thinning
- Aichi Kansei Thinning
- Aichi VX Gold Handle Cutting Scissors
Aichi International Co., Ltd. grew out of a Busan design studio in 2015. The two 440C stainless shears are the VX Gold Handle cutter at US$280 and a 7.0-inch curved shear at US$290.[1] The company handles development, fulfilment, and customer service in-house, while Bonika Shears manages North American orders.[1][2]
Hero models run 440C stainless blades. The VX Gold Handle shear runs 440C stainless through a hand-polished convex profile, adds a countersunk dial for micro tension adjustments, and keeps weight under two ounces for long cutting days.[2] Aichi also produces a seven-inch curved option with mirrored 440C blades and dual finger rests so stylists can flip orientation mid-cut without losing control.[3]
- VX Gold Handle (5.0 to 7.0 inch): contoured offset grip, rose-gold hardware, dial-set tension, and lifetime defect coverage through the distributor.[2]
- Curve 7”: even handle with twin rests, UFO locking pivot, and 440C stainless blades tuned for perimeter and scissor-over-comb detailing.[3]
The Korean web shop handles domestic sales, while Bonika Shears fulfils North American orders from its Atlanta-area warehouse. Retail positioning sits in the mid-tier: VX models list at US$280 and the curved shear at US$290, with sharpening, oil, and shipping support bundled into Bonika’s family-run service programme.[2][3]
Aichi offers ergonomic offset and even-handle options for salons building consistent kits. The company supports direct-to-stylist and bulk purchasing through its online channels.[1][2]
Sources
- Aichi Scissors: Company Profile
- Bonika Shears: Aichi VX Gold Handle Shear
- Bonika Shears: Aichi Curve Shears
See Also
How Aichi compares
Similar origin and adjacent price band. Brass rows differ; “—” means the field is not documented yet.
| Spec | AichiAichi | AikyoAikyo | AkikoAkiko | AkitzAkitz |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Country | South Korea | South Korea | South Korea | South Korea |
| Typical price | US$280–290Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range | US$345–350Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range | Price not documented | Price not documented |
| Steel | 440C Stainless Steel | V10 Cobalt, ATS-314 Cobalt Steel, Japane | Hitachi 440C | Hitachi 440C |
| Edge type | — | — | — | — |
| Handles | Offset, Even | Offset, Even | Offset | — |
| Left-handed | — | — | — | — |
| Thinning | 4 models | 1 models | — | 1 models |
| Specialties | — | — | — | Blunt cut, Slide cut, Point cut, Volume control, Texture … |
| Founded | 2015 | — | — | 1996 |
Frequently Asked Questions
5 answers you can open one at a timeWhere are Aichi scissors made?
Aichi is a South Korea-based brand, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Busan. It trades as Aichi International Co., Ltd. and makes its shears in South Korea.
What kinds of scissors does Aichi make?
Aichi covers cutting scissors, thinning scissors, and curved shears for hairdressers and barbers, offered in both offset and even handle styles.
What steel do Aichi scissors use?
Aichi blades are forged from 440C stainless steel, a high-carbon stainless prized for edge retention.
How much do Aichi scissors cost?
Most Aichi models sit in the mid-range band for professional shears.
Where can I buy Aichi scissors?
Aichi sells direct through its Korean web shop, and in North America its shears are carried by Bonika Shears and SalonCentric.
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