Auro
Shear World International
About Auro
In brief
Auro is a Japanese cobalt alloy scissor brand by Shear World International in New York, offering cutting, barbering, and thinning shears from US$424 to US$499.
Cutting Scissors · Thinning Scissors · Barbering Scissors 5.0–7.5 in
Profile updated Apr 2026
Price
US$424–499Price band US$400–800 · PremiumTypical documented price, not a quoteWhere to buy
1 retailer- SHEAR WORLD (opens in a new tab) Official
Buying routes
Where to buy Auro
Retailers ScissorPedia has catalogued. Prices and stock are on each store’s site.
US & Canada 1 retailer
- SHEAR WORLD (opens in a new tab) Official Details
Maker’s own dealer information: official site ↗
Catalogue map
The Auro range
6 models · 5.0–7.5 in
Thinning Scissors 2 models US$449Price band US$400–800 · Premium
Cutting Scissors 4 models US$424–499Price band US$400–800 · Premium
- Auro 7.5" Barbering Scissor US$499
- Auro M1 Offset Scissor US$424
- Auro M2 Straight-Handled Scissor US$424
1 more models are listed in the full catalogue below.
Every Auro shear is Japanese-made from cobalt alloy and sold through one retailer, Shear World International in New York. The six models run from US$424 to US$499 at guide prices and 5.0 to 7.5 inches, four cutters and two thinners, with offset, straight, and crane handles across the range. Shear World says equivalent shears sell for roughly twice as much on the Japanese domestic market.
Brand Overview
- Materials: All models are marketed as using cobalt alloy steel with computer-aided design and precision grinding.
- Design: Multiple handle geometries (offset, straight, crane) provide ergonomic choice for stylists and barbers.
- Positioning: Shear World promotes Auro as a value-driven import, claiming that equivalent shears cost roughly twice as much in the Japanese domestic market.
- Price Range: Approximately US US$424 to US$499, positioning Auro in the mid-to-high professional tier.
Product Range
Auro offers a concise but versatile lineup:
- Cutting shears: M1 (offset), M2 (straight), and MC (crane).
- Barbering shear: 7.5″ offset model with long blades.
- Thinning/texturizing shears: multiple tooth counts (20, 30, 40) and a bi-level 30-tooth option.
Availability & Support
- Distributed solely via Shear World (shearworld.com).
- Ships nationwide from New York, with most orders dispatched within two business days.
- Customer service available by phone and email for professional stylists.
The Auro name is trademarked in the United States, and Shear World’s product listings at shearworld.com are the place to check current specifications for each model. The retailer positions Auro as a practical, workhorse option for stylists who want Japanese-made shears with US-based stock and support.
See Also
Product range overview
Six Auro models carry guide prices from US$424 to US$499, covering cutting and thinning in the upper-mid professional tier. The range uses Japanese stainless and cobalt-added steels with precision edge grinding.
How Auro compares
Similar origin and adjacent price band. Brass rows differ; “—” means the field is not documented yet.
| Spec | AuroAuro | AlphaAlpha | Alu-CobaAlu-Coba | AxisAxis |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan | Japan | Japan |
| Typical price | US$424–499Price band US$400–800 · Premium | Price not documented | US$200–250Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range | US$230–250Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range |
| Steel | Cobalt Alloy | SG2 | Cobalt steel | Cobalt V10 |
| Edge type | Straight | — | — | Straight |
| Handles | Offset, Straight, Crane | — | — | 3D Offset, Even |
| Left-handed | — | — | — | — |
| Thinning | 2 models | 1 models | — | 3 models |
| Specialties | Cobalt alloy builds, Multi-tooth thinning options, Handle… | Volume control, Slide cut, Stroke cut, Blunt cut, Texture… | Base cut, Step cut, Volume control, Texture control | Direct-to-stylist pricing, Cobalt alloy shears, Bearing p… |
| Founded | — | 2006 | 1946 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
7 answers you can open one at a timeWho makes Auro scissors?
Auro is a professional shear line sold exclusively by Shear World International, a salon-tool retailer based in New York.
What steel do Auro scissors use?
Every Auro model is built from cobalt alloy, paired with computer-aided design.
How much do Auro scissors cost?
The M-series cutters open the Auro range at US$424, the thinning models follow at US$449, and the 7.5 inch barbering shear tops it at US$499. Across the 6 models, guide prices stay between US$424 and US$499.
What kinds of scissors does Auro make?
The lineup covers cutting shears, barbering shears, and thinning shears, including thinners in 20, 30, and 40 tooth counts plus a bi-level 30-tooth option.
What sizes do Auro scissors come in?
The M1, M2, and MC cutting models each come in 5.0, 5.5, 6.0, and 6.5 inch lengths, the thinners are all 6.0 inch, and the barbering shear runs 7.5 inches, so the catalogue spans 5.0 to 7.5 inches overall.
What handle styles can I get from Auro?
Auro offers offset, straight, and crane handles, so you can match the grip to how you hold and work.
Where can I buy Auro scissors?
Auro is sold directly through Shear World at shearworld.com, which ships from New York and handles support for the line.
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