Aikyo
- South Korea
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Budget Luxury
Aikyo is a South Korean shear brand using V10 cobalt and ATS-314 steel, offering cutting, thinning, and titanium-coated scissors for professionals.
Aikyo pairs Korean manufacturing with Nina Inc.’s Delaware-based distribution hub, giving the brand a hybrid footprint that keeps production close to Seoul while maintaining rapid fulfilment for North American salons.[1][2] Precision Shears positions the line as a Korean-built alternative to Japanese convex shears, noting the mix of Japanese stainless, cobalt,...
Aikyo pairs Korean manufacturing with Nina Inc.’s Delaware-based distribution hub, giving the brand a hybrid footprint that keeps production close to Seoul while maintaining rapid fulfilment for North American salons.[1][2] Precision Shears positions the line as a Korean-built alternative to Japanese convex shears, noting the mix of Japanese stainless, cobalt, and Hitachi ATS-314 alloys used across the catalogue.[2]
The signature models lean into super-convex geometry and wide offset thumbs that stabilise long stroke work without overloading the wrist. Nina Inc.’s listings highlight click-tension pivots and mirror finishes geared toward precision and point cutting.[1][3]
- Model SKL (7.0”): V10 cobalt blades, thumb-adjustable pivot, and a wide-offset handle for detailed outlining or fringe work.[1]
- Model SSA (5.5” to 7.0”): super-convex V10 cobalt blades, inner click tension, and bent offset thumb for natural grip transitions.[3]
- Model AFR (5.5” to 6.5”): convex V10 cobalt blades paired with anatomic offsets sized for everyday blunt cutting while keeping blade tips slim.[3]
Pricing sits in the mid $300 range. The SSA lists at US$345 and the SKL at US$349, keeping the line accessible to stylists upgrading from entry steel while still wanting premium alloys.[1][3] Nina Inc. bundles domestic shipping within the contiguous United States and provides sharpening support, while Precision Shears acts as a channel for international orders and confirms Korean manufacturing for buyers who need origin documentation.[1][2]
With titanium-coated finishes, left-handed builds, and matching thinners also available, Aikyo gives salon teams a modular system: stylists can mix sizes, edge profiles, and coatings while keeping a consistent feel at the pivot. The brand’s reliance on Korean production and long-standing distributors means replenishment stock and service parts remain easy to source despite fluctuating global supply chains.[1][2]
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How Aikyo Compares
| Brand | Aikyo | HANABI | Debut | Akitz |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Country | South Korea | South Korea | South Korea | South Korea |
| Price Tier | Mid-Range | Mid-Range | Mid-Range | Mid-Range |
| Steel | V10 Cobalt, ATS-314 Cobalt Steel, Japanese Stainless Steel | VG-10 Cobalt | Hitachi V-10 Cobalt | — |
| Handles | Offset, Even | — | — | — |
| Specialties | — | — | — | Blunt cut, Slide cut, Point cut, Volume control, Texture control, Cut & Thinning |
Frequently Asked Questions
Aikyo scissors are manufactured in South Korea. ScissorPedia has limited founding date information for this brand.
Aikyo uses V10 Cobalt, ATS-314 Cobalt Steel, Japanese Stainless Steel in their scissor lines. See our [V10 Cobalt reference](/reference/steel-types/cobalt-alloy/) for technical details.
Aikyo scissors are in the mid-range price tier ($150–$350). At this price point, they compete with Aichi, Akiko, Akitz. Value depends on your cutting volume, technique preferences, and maintenance habits.
Aikyo offers Offset, Even handle designs.
Aikyo is a South Korean shear brand using V10 cobalt and ATS-314 steel, offering cutting, thinning, and titanium-coated scissors for professionals.
