BW
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Budget Luxury
BW is a Japanese professional hair shears line by UTSUMI (est. 1987), available in 5.0, 5.5, and 6.0 inch sizes through US specialty retailers.
OverviewBW is a product line manufactured by UTSUMI (Japanese: 内海), a Japanese scissors maker established in 1987. UTSUMI also produces the Jyo brand of shears. BW shears are marketed in the United States through Utsumi America.Product RangeThe current BW lineup consists of three models in the “New BW” series: the...
Overview
BW is a product line manufactured by UTSUMI (Japanese: 内海), a Japanese scissors maker established in 1987. UTSUMI also produces the Jyo brand of shears. BW shears are marketed in the United States through Utsumi America.
Product Range
The current BW lineup consists of three models in the “New BW” series: the New BW 50 (5.0”), New BW 55 (5.5”), and New BW 60 (6.0”). For the most current steel descriptions and blade geometry details, the authoritative source is Utsumi America’s product page.
Distribution
BW shears are available through several U.S. retailers, including Utsumi America (the brand’s official U.S. distributor), Shear Integrity, and Scissor Dude. The product page on Utsumi America’s website serves as the primary reference for current models and specifications.
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Product Types
Where to Buy
Authorized Retailers
Retailers stocking BW
ScissorPedia catalogues 2 retailers carrying BW.
- SCISSOR Dude — USA · ships to USA
- SHEAR INTEGRITY — USA · ships to USA
Products
How BW Compares
| Brand | BW | Kyoto Hasami Shokunin | Kouho | Yasaka |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan | Japan | Japan |
| Price Tier | Mid-Range | Mid-Range | Mid-Range | Mid-Range |
| Steel | — | — | — | 440C Stainless Steel |
| Handles | — | — | — | — |
| Specialties | — | Blunt cut, Thinning, Volume control(10~35%), Texture control, Layering, Finishing cut | Blunt cut, Point cut, Slide cut, Blend cut, Texture control, Cut & Thinning(3-step), Graduated cut, Freehand cut | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
BW scissors are manufactured in Japan. ScissorPedia has limited founding date information for this brand.
BW scissors are in the mid-range price tier ($150–$350). At this price point, they compete with Alu-Coba, Axis, BMC. Value depends on your cutting volume, technique preferences, and maintenance habits.
BW is a Japanese professional hair shears line by UTSUMI (est. 1987), available in 5.0, 5.5, and 6.0 inch sizes through US specialty retailers.
