Hepike
About Hepike
In brief
Hepike is a professional hair shear brand distributed in the UK by Crewe Orlando (est. 1978), using Japanese Hitachi 440 steel with a hardness rating of HRC 59.5.
Cutting Scissors · Thinning Scissors 5.0–7.0 in
Profile updated Sep 2026 · 1 sources
Price
US$214–255Price band US$200–400 · Mid-rangeTypical documented price, not a quoteWhere to buy
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Where to buy Hepike
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The Hepike range
5 models · 5.0–7.0 in
Thinning Scissors 3 models US$255Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range
Cutting Scissors 2 models US$214Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range
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All 5 Hepike model names
Japanese Hitachi 440 steel, hardened to HRC 59.5, is the constant across Hepike’s 13-model range of cutting and thinning shears. The brand sells through the trade rather than direct: Crewe Orlando, a salon and barber supplier established in 1978, distributes it in the UK, with retail through Direct Hairdressing Scissors. Sizes run 5.0 to 7.0 inches, in straight and offset handles, with two left-handed models.
Overview
Hepike is a professional hair shear brand distributed in the UK by Crewe Orlando, a salon supply company established in 1978. Hepike shears use Japanese Hitachi 440 steel with a hardness rating of HRC 59.5, a widely respected steel formulation known for durability and edge retention.
Product Range
Hepike offers 13 models spanning cutting and thinning shears in sizes from 5.0” to 7.0”. The flagship model is the Regular AA, a straight-handle cutting shear. The range also includes offset and thinning variants. All models feature razor edge blades, ergonomic form design, tension regulating screws, and removable finger rests. Shears are supplied with a scissor case and presentation box.
Direct Hairdressing Scissors lists Hepike cutting shears at £168.75 and thinning shears at £201.75 excluding VAT, down from list prices of £225 and £269. Hepike shears are listed as special order items through Crewe Orlando.
Distribution
Hepike is distributed in the UK through Crewe Orlando (creweorlando.co.uk) and carried by Direct Hairdressing Scissors. Buyers outside the UK can check current international ordering options with these retailers.
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Product range overview
Five Hepike models carry guide prices from US$214 to US$255. That places Hepike in the mid-range professional tier, with five builds covering cutting and thinning for working professionals.
How Hepike compares
Similar origin and adjacent price band. Brass rows differ; “—” means the field is not documented yet.
| Spec | HepikeHepike | KiepeKiepe | LeaderLeader | TRITRI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Country | Italy | Italy | Italy | Italy |
| Typical price | US$214–255Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range | US$55–150Price band US$100–200 · Entry-level | US$275–525Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range | US$35–190Price band US$100–200 · Entry-level |
| Steel | Japanese Hitachi 440 | Stainless steel | Stainless steel, 440C, Damascus steel, Cobalt | 440C, 420J2 |
| Edge type | Razor Edge | — | — | — |
| Handles | Straight, Offset | — | — | — |
| Left-handed | — | — | — | 1 models |
| Thinning | 3 models | 3 models | — | 1 models |
| Specialties | — | Blunt cut, Slide cut, Point cut, Volume control, Texture … | Blunt cut, Slide cut, Point cut, Volume control, Texture … | Blunt cut, Slide cut, Point cut, Volume control, Texture … |
| Founded | — | 1960 | — | 1987 |
Sources
- Direct Hairdressing Scissors (Wahl) — Handle Types (retailer educational)
Frequently Asked Questions
5 answers you can open one at a timeWhere can I buy Hepike scissors?
In the UK, Hepike is distributed by Crewe Orlando, a salon and barber trade supplier established in 1978, and retailed through Direct Hairdressing Scissors.
What types of scissors does Hepike make?
Hepike covers cutting and thinning shears, with both straight and offset handle styles. Sizes run from 5.0 inch up to 7.0 inch.
Are Hepike scissors expensive?
Hepike sits in the mid-range band, US$200 to US$400. Direct Hairdressing Scissors lists the cutting shears at £168.75 and the thinning shears at £201.75, excluding VAT.
Does Hepike offer left-handed scissors?
Yes. The range includes a left-handed cutting model and a left-handed 30-tooth thinning model alongside the right-handed line.
What features do Hepike shears have?
Models carry a razor edge, an ergonomic form, a tension-regulating screw, and a removable finger rest.
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