Alu-Coba
Tokyo Riki Co., Ltd.
About Alu-Coba
In brief
Alu-Coba is a Japanese shear brand by Tokyo Riki (est. 1946), known for lightweight aluminum handles paired with cobalt steel blades.
Cutting Scissors · Thinning Scissors 5.5–7.0 in
Profile updated Apr 2026
Price
US$200Price band US$200–400 · Mid-rangeTypical documented price, not a quoteWhere to buy
1 retailerBuying routes
Where to buy Alu-Coba
Retailers ScissorPedia has cataloged. Prices and stock are on each store’s site.
US & Canada 2 retailers
Japan 1 retailer
Maker’s own dealer information: official site ↗
Catalog map
The Alu-Coba range
4 models · 5.5–7.0 in
Cutting Scissors 4 models US$200–250Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range
- Alu-Coba AC-55 Cutting Scissors US$200
- Alu-Coba AC-55H Cutting Scissors US$220
- Alu-Coba AC-60 Cutting Scissors US$200
1 more models are listed in the full catalog below.
Aluminum handles over cobalt steel blades, the build the Alu-Coba name spells out, let maker Tokyo Riki Co., Ltd. cut weight while keeping a thicker grip. Founded in 1946 in Itabashi, Tokyo, Tokyo Riki runs the AC series from 5.5 to 7.0 inches, with guide prices of US$200 to US$250, and says the style is especially popular outside Japan.
About Alu-Coba
Alu-Coba is a Japanese scissors brand manufactured by Tokyo Riki Co., Ltd. The parent company was founded in 1946 and is headquartered in the Itabashi ward of Tokyo. Alu-Coba is one of several scissor lines produced under the Tokyo Riki umbrella.
Product Range
Alu-Coba’s catalog includes cutting scissors and thinning scissors. The brand’s specialties are base cutting, step cutting, volume control, and texture control.
The name “Alu-Coba” reflects the product’s construction: aluminum handles paired with cobalt steel blades. According to Tokyo Riki, the aluminum handle design gives these scissors a noticeably lighter feel compared to all steel models. The thicker handle profile is possible because of the reduced weight of the aluminum material.
Availability
Alu-Coba scissors are carried by several international retailers, including Scissor Dude, Takano (Canada), and Scissors Shop Hayashi in Japan.
Heritage
Tokyo Riki Co., Ltd. has been manufacturing scissors since 1946. The company produces multiple brand lines, and Alu-Coba represents their approach to lightweight, ergonomic shear design. According to the manufacturer, Alu-Coba’s style has been particularly popular with customers outside of Japan.
Sources
- Alu-Coba brand profile and Tokyo Riki manufacturer statements (tokyoriki.co.jp)
Product range overview
Alu-Coba scissors are available through several specialist stores. The brand’s lightweight aluminum-cobalt construction pairs an aluminum frame with a cobalt-added steel cutting insert. For current model specifications, sizes, and prices, consult the retailer carrying Alu-Coba in your market.
See Also
How Alu-Coba compares
Similar origin and adjacent price band. Brass rows differ; “—” means the field is not documented yet.
| Spec | Alu-CobaAlu-Coba | AlphaAlpha | AuroAuro | AxisAxis |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan | Japan | Japan |
| Typical price | US$200Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range | US$514–1,207Price band US$400–800 · Premium | US$424–499Price band US$400–800 · Premium | US$129–356Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range |
| Steel | Cobalt steel | SG2 | Cobalt Alloy | Cobalt V10 |
| Edge type | — | — | Straight | Straight |
| Handles | — | — | Offset, Straight, Crane | 3D Offset, Even |
| Left-handed | — | — | — | — |
| Thinning | — | 1 models | 2 models | 3 models |
| Specialties | Base cut, Step cut, Volume control, Texture control | Volume control, Slide cut, Stroke cut, Blunt cut, Texture… | Cobalt alloy builds, Multi-tooth thinning options, Handle… | Direct-to-stylist pricing, Cobalt alloy shears, Bearing p… |
| Founded | 1946 | 2006 | — | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
5 answers you can open one at a timeWho makes Alu-Coba scissors?
Alu-Coba is made by Tokyo Riki Co., Ltd., a Japanese scissor manufacturer founded in 1946 and based in Itabashi-ku, Tokyo. The shears are made in Japan.
Where does the Alu-Coba name come from?
It reflects the build: lightweight aluminum handles paired with cobalt steel blades. The handle design gives the shears a noticeably lighter feel than all-steel models.
What blade steel does Alu-Coba use?
The blades are made from cobalt steel, which is where the cobalt part of the name comes from.
How much do Alu-Coba scissors cost?
Expect US$200 to US$250 at guide prices for the Alu-Coba models, in line with professional shears made in Japan.
What types of scissors does Alu-Coba make?
Alu-Coba makes cutting scissors and thinning scissors, with strengths in base cutting, step cutting, and volume and texture control.
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