Elite Classic
Nina Inc.
Who it suits
Elite Classic is an in-house shear brand of Nina Inc. (Newark, DE), offering convex edge scissors with titanium coatings and ergonomic handle designs.
Price position
$120–175 · tier 3 of 5
Profile completeness
4/9Profile coverage
- Models
- 8 catalogued
- Product types
- 2 documented
Elite Classic is the in-house shear line of Nina Inc., the Newark, Delaware beauty distributor that has worked the salon trade for over 30 years. The range covers cutting and thinning shears, all convex edged, with offset handles, black or purple titanium coatings on several models, and one dedicated left-handed build.
Overview
Elite Classic is an in-house shear brand of Nina Inc., a beauty supply distributor based in Newark, Delaware, with over 30 years in the industry. The brand was sold through the Nina Inc. catalog, a single direct channel backed by the distributor’s long-standing after-sales support. As of July 2026 that online catalogue is no longer available.
Product Range
The Elite Classic line includes multiple models spanning cutting and thinning shears. All models feature convex edge blades. Notable models include:
- EQ - Offset convex design
- EGB - Black titanium coating
- EC70 - 7-inch cutting shear
- ER - Offset with wide thumb ring
- EZ - Standard offset
- ET30 - Thinning shear
- GSP85 - Purple titanium coating
- ERT - Thinning shear variant
Several models feature titanium coatings (black and purple), and the line includes dragon-sculptured handle designs. Handle styles vary across offset, wide thumb, and ergonomic configurations.
Distribution
Elite Classic is distributed by Nina Inc. in Newark, Delaware (phone: +1 302-369-9535). Nina Inc. also carried other shear brands including Tara, Yoko, Yasaka, Yuroshi, and Aikyo. The Nina Inc. store page is kept as a historical record of the store and the brands it carried.
See Also
Product range
Eight Elite Classic models are catalogued. Cutting shears include the EZ ($130), EQ ($130), EGB ($150), and NXC Curved ($140). The Curved designation on the NXC indicates a bent or s-curve blade for slide and channel cutting techniques. The thinning range covers the ET25 ($120) and EDT30 ($135). The price spread of $120 to $150 across eight models keeps Elite Classic in a narrow and accessible price band, making it a practical mid-entry brand for professionals who want matched cutting and thinning sets within a consistent price tier.
Elite Classic is a Nina Inc. brand and shares production infrastructure with Yoko.
Elite Classic at a glance
- Budget
- Mid-range $200–400
- Makes
- Cutting Scissors, Thinning Scissors
- Based in
- Asia
- Catalogue
- 8 models listed
Product Types
Where to Buy
Retailers stocking Elite Classic
ScissorPedia catalogues 1 retailer carrying Elite Classic.
- nina inc. Online store — USA · ships to USA
Products
How Elite Classic compares
Same listed origin, adjacent price tier. Rows tinted brass differ; "—" means the field is not documented yet.
Frequently Asked Questions
5 answers you can open one at a timeWho makes Elite Classic scissors?
Elite Classic is the in-house shear brand of Nina Inc., a beauty supply distributor based in Newark, Delaware that has worked in the salon trade for over 30 years. The line is sold through the Nina Inc. catalog.
What kind of scissors does Elite Classic make?
The range covers both cutting and thinning shears, all built with convex edge blades. Several models add black or purple titanium coatings, and the handles use offset designs.
How much do Elite Classic scissors cost?
Elite Classic shears sit in the mid-range band, roughly 200 to 400 US dollars, which is typical for professional convex-edge shears.
Are there left-handed Elite Classic scissors?
Yes. The catalog includes a dedicated left-handed model alongside the standard right-handed range.
Where can I buy Elite Classic shears?
Elite Classic is the in-house line of Nina Inc., sold through the distributor’s own catalogue. As of July 2026 that online catalogue is no longer available.
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