First Edges
Excellent Edges
Who it suits
First Edges is an Australian professional hair shear brand with limited export distribution, carried by Spencer Scissors in the UK.
Price position
$40–50 · tier 3 of 5
Profile completeness
5/9Profile coverage
- Models
- 4 catalogued
- Materials
- 1 documented
First Edge is a product line rather than a company. Melbourne maker Excellent Edges builds it as a plain apprentice scissor for hairdressers starting out, with 440B steel blades, a bevel edge, and an offset handle. Cutting lengths run 5.3, 5.8, and 6.5 inches, joined by a 5.5 inch 30-tooth texturiser, left-handed options, and kit bundles.
About
First Edge is the entry-level, apprentice-focused scissor line from Excellent Edges, the Melbourne maker that has supplied hairdressing scissors and tools since 1988. It is a product line rather than a standalone company, described by the maker as a simple, no-frills apprentice scissor for hairdressers joining the industry.
Product range and steel
The line runs in 5.3”, 5.8” and 6.5” cutting lengths, with left-handed options and a 5.5” 30-tooth texturiser, plus kit bundles. Blades are made from 440B with a matte satin finish, paired with an offset handle and a bevel edge: a straightforward setup pitched at a new stylist’s first pair.
Where to buy
SalonEdges handles distribution and support for Excellent Edges scissors across South Australia and the Northern Territory. In the UK, Spencer Scissors carries the line under the First Edge name.
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Product range overview
Four First Edges models are catalogued, all in the $40 to $50 range. The entry-level pricing positions First Edges as a student and beginner-professional brand: tools for apprentices, training environments, or working professionals who need an inexpensive backup pair. At $40 to $50, the four models are among the most accessibly priced professional scissor options in the catalogue.
Where to Buy
First Edges at a glance
- Budget
- Mid-range $200–400
- Based in
- Australia
- Catalogue
- 4 models listed
Where to Buy
Authorized Retailers
Retailers stocking First Edges
ScissorPedia catalogues 1 retailer carrying First Edges.
- SPENCER SCISSORS Online store — UK
Products
How First Edges compares
Same listed origin, adjacent price tier. Rows tinted brass differ; "—" means the field is not documented yet.
Frequently Asked Questions
6 answers you can open one at a timeWho makes First Edges scissors?
First Edge is the entry-level shear line from Excellent Edges, an Australia-based maker in Melbourne. It is a product range rather than a standalone company.
Who are First Edge scissors designed for?
They are pitched as a simple, no-frills apprentice scissor for hairdressers starting out, built around an offset handle and a bevel edge.
How much do First Edge scissors cost?
Mid-range money, roughly 200 to 400 US dollars, is the band First Edge sits in; check SalonEdges in Australia or Spencer Scissors in the UK for current pricing on a specific pair.
What sizes does the First Edge range come in?
The line runs in 5.3, 5.8 and 6.5 inch cutting lengths, with a 5.5 inch 30-tooth texturiser and kit bundles alongside the standard scissors.
Are First Edge scissors available for left-handed stylists?
Yes. Left-handed options are offered for the 5.3 and 5.8 inch scissors, the texturiser, and the kit bundles.
Where can I buy First Edge scissors?
In Australia, SalonEdges distributes and supports the range across South Australia and the Northern Territory. In the UK, Spencer Scissors carries the line under the First Edge name.
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