FROMM
Fromm International
Who it suits
FROMM is an American professional tool company founded in 1907, offering cutting scissors, thinning shears, and salon accessories.
Price position
$26–200 · tier 2 of 5
Profile completeness
8/9Profile coverage
- Models
- 6 catalogued
- Product types
- 4 documented
- Materials
- 1 documented
A handmade razor strop, made in Chicago in 1907, was FROMM’s first product; the American company has built hair tools from Illinois ever since. Its six catalogued shears, all cutters in Japanese steel at 5.5 or 6.0 inches, run from $26 (Venture) to $200 (Defy) at guide prices. Family-owned for over a century, Fromm International sold to Firelight Capital Partners in 2024, with the family keeping a stake.
About FROMM
FROMM is an American professional tool company headquartered in Mt. Prospect, Illinois, operating under Fromm International. What started as a single-product workshop in Chicago has grown into a full catalog of professional tools for stylists and barbers, with six cutting shears currently catalogued here.
Heritage
FROMM’s 1907 founding makes it one of the oldest brands in the American professional hair tool space. The company began as a craftsmanship focused operation in Chicago and remained family owned through multiple generations until its 2024 acquisition by Firelight Capital Partners. That kind of longevity in the beauty tool industry is uncommon.
Product Range
FROMM produces cutting scissors, thinning scissors, left-handed scissors, and accessories. Their scissor specialties cover blunt cut, slide cut, point cut, volume control, texture control, thinning, and texturizing techniques. They also offer combination cut and thinning models.
Beyond scissors, FROMM is known for a broader catalog of salon tools. The company positions its full product line as a curated selection for working stylists across all experience levels.
Market Positioning
FROMM sits in the mid range price tier. The brand is carried by retailers including Williamsport Bowman and Chris & Sons. Being based in Illinois gives FROMM a logistical advantage for American stylists in terms of shipping and customer service.
The company actively seeks stylist feedback on its products and maintains a social media presence (@frommpro). For stylists who want an American heritage brand with a broad tool catalog, FROMM is a practical choice with a long history in the trade.
Sources
- FROMM official website: frommpro.com
- Williamsport Bowman retailer listing
See Also
Where to Buy
FROMM at a glance
- Budget
- Entry-level $100–200
- Makes
- Cutting Scissors, Thinning Scissors, Left-Handed Scissors, Accessories
- Based in
- USA
- Catalogue
- 6 models listed
- Established
- 1907
Product Types
Specialties
Where to Buy
Authorized Retailers
Retailers stocking FROMM
ScissorPedia catalogues 2 retailers carrying FROMM.
- Chris & Sons Online store — UK
- Williamsport Bowman Online store — USA
The range, at a glance
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Product photos from the ScissorPedia catalogue; see each product page for provenance.
Products
How FROMM 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 timeIs FROMM an American brand?
Yes. FROMM is a USA-based brand that traces back to 1907 in Chicago, and today operates as Fromm International out of Mt. Prospect, Illinois.
How much do FROMM scissors cost?
Each of FROMM’s 6 catalogued shears has its own guide price step: Venture $26, Explore $50, Transform $80, Invent $120, Dare $160, and Defy $200 at the top.
What sizes do FROMM shears come in?
Every catalogued FROMM shear is offered in two lengths, 5.5 inch and 6.0 inch. That covers the Venture, Explore, Transform, Invent, Dare, and Defy cutting models.
Are left-handed FROMM scissors available?
Yes. FROMM lists left-handed scissors in its range, next to the cutting and thinning shears.
What kinds of cutting does FROMM design for?
Its shears cover blunt cut, slide cut, and point cut work, with thinning and texturizing models for volume and texture control.
Where can I buy FROMM scissors?
FROMM is sold through its own site at frommpro.com and through stockists such as Williamsport Bowman and Chris & Sons.
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