Ninja
Ninja Scissors
About Ninja
In brief
Ninja Scissors is a UK brand from Birmingham established in 1999, combining Japanese steel with over 95 production steps per shear.
Cutting Scissors · Thinning Scissors · Left-Handed Scissors 4.5–7.0 in
Profile updated Apr 2026
Price
US$93–339Price band US$100–200 · Entry-levelTypical documented price, not a quoteWhere to buy
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Where to buy Ninja
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Catalog map
The Ninja range
19 models · 4.5–7.0 in
Cutting Scissors 15 models US$112–339Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range
- Ninja Barber King US$222
- Ninja Bonita US$182
- Ninja Cosmo US$112
12 more models are listed in the full catalog below.
Left-Handed Scissors 3 models US$93–100Price band US$100–200 · Entry-level
- Ninja Classic Lefty US$100
- Ninja Geisha Lefty US$93
- Ninja Sai Lefty US$100
Thinning Scissors 1 model US$180Price band US$100–200 · Entry-level
- Ninja Crocodile US$180
Since 1999, Ninja has designed hairdressing scissors in Birmingham, and the company puts a number on its build quality, saying each pair goes through over 95 production steps and checks. The 19 models are sized 4.5 to 7.0 inches in 440C, ATS-314, VG-10, or Damascus steel, with three left-handed pairs in the line, at guide prices of US$93 to US$339.
Company Background
Ninja Scissors has been designing and producing hairdressing scissors since 1999. The brand is based in Birmingham, United Kingdom, and focuses on combining traditional Japanese craftsmanship with modern manufacturing techniques. According to the company, each pair of Ninja scissors goes through over 95 production steps and quality checks.
Product Range
Ninja’s catalog includes cutting scissors, thinning scissors, and left-handed scissors. The specialty list is one of the broadest we have seen: blunt cutting, slide cutting, point cutting, deep point cutting, wet cutting, dry cutting, scissor over comb, texturing, slicing, thinning, volume control, and barbering techniques. The thinning and texturing shears cover cut ratios in the 20 to 40 percent range.
The range serves hairdressers and barbers across everyday cutting, texturizing, and detail work.
Manufacturing
According to Ninja, their scissors are made using the highest grades of Japanese steels and cobalt alloys. The company states that their craftsmen have been making hairstyling scissors for generations, with techniques passed down from one generation to the next. Each pair is described as being designed with working stylists in mind.
Distribution
Ninja shears are sold through the brand’s official website at ninjascissors.com. The brand operates a UK headquarters and a direct to consumer sales model. For current US availability and shipping, see ninjascissors.com.
Specifications & Availability
Ninja has been in operation since 1999, giving the brand over two decades of history. For full specifications, including steel grades and hardness ratings, see ninjascissors.com. If you have experience with Ninja Scissors, reach out through our contact page.
See Also
How Ninja compares
Similar origin and adjacent price band. Brass rows differ; “—” means the field is not documented yet.
| Spec | NinjaNinja | AkitoAkito | Dark StagDark Stag | DMIDMI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Country | UK | UK | UK | UK |
| Typical price | US$93–339Price band US$100–200 · Entry-level | US$180–495Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range | US$38–165Price band US$100–200 · Entry-level | US$78–98Price band Under US$100 · Budget |
| Steel | 440C, ATS-314, VG-10, Damascus | VG10, 440C, Cobalt, ATS-314 | — | Japanese steel |
| Edge type | — | — | — | Convex |
| Handles | — | — | — | Offset Crane |
| Left-handed | 3 models | — | 1 models | — |
| Thinning | 1 models | 1 models | 3 models | 2 models |
| Specialties | Blunt cut, Slide cut, Point cut, Wet cutting, Deep point … | Blunt cut, Slide cut, Point cut, Volume control, Texture … | Thinning, Texturizing, Removing bulk, Blunt cut, Slice cu… | Student/entry-level |
| Founded | 1999 | 2016 | 2017 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
6 answers you can open one at a timeWhere is Ninja Scissors based?
Ninja is a UK-based brand, founded in 1999, with headquarters in Birmingham, where it also runs an in-house sharpening service.
What steel do Ninja scissors use?
How much do Ninja scissors cost?
The model and steel grade set where a Ninja pair lands: guide prices across the 19 models reach from US$93 to US$339.
What sizes do Ninja scissors come in?
Ninja models run from 4.5 to 7.0 inches, taking in short detail pairs, standard salon lengths, and longer shears for scissor-over-comb and barber work.
Does Ninja make left-handed scissors?
Yes. Alongside its standard cutting and thinning shears, Ninja offers three models built for left-handed stylists.
What is Ninja known for?
A broad spread of cutting styles, from blunt and slide cutting to point cutting, texturing, and scissor-over-comb, with each pair put through over 95 production steps and quality checks.
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