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NOVA

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NOVA is a Japanese professional shear brand known as one of the older Japanese scissor makers with sharp bevel edges in quality Japanese steels.

OverviewNOVA is a Japanese professional shear brand classified by industry sources as one of the longer-established names in Japanese hairdressing scissors. A Scissor Mall editorial describes NOVA alongside Fuji, Omega, and Matsuzaki as brands with “engineered very sharp bevel edges made out of fine quality Japanese steels” — placing NOVA...

Overview

NOVA is a Japanese professional shear brand classified by industry sources as one of the longer-established names in Japanese hairdressing scissors. A Scissor Mall editorial describes NOVA alongside Fuji, Omega, and Matsuzaki as brands with “engineered very sharp bevel edges made out of fine quality Japanese steels” — placing NOVA among an established generation of Japanese scissor makers associated with traditional blade-making techniques.

For the most current model specifications, handle options, and availability, the authoritative source is the NOVA listings on the SCISSOR Dude storefront.

Distribution

NOVA shears are available in the United States through SCISSOR Dude, a specialty professional shears retailer.

Where to Buy

Authorized Retailers

SCISSOR Dude

Online Retailer

Retailers stocking NOVA

ScissorPedia catalogues 1 retailer carrying NOVA.

Products

Products for this brand will be added soon.

How NOVA Compares

Brand NOVA BW Yasaka Toki
Country Japan Japan Japan Japan
Price Tier Mid-Range Mid-Range Mid-Range Mid-Range
Steel 440C Stainless Steel
Handles
Specialties Blunt cut, Chop cut, Dry cut, Volume control(~30%, ~60%), Texture control(~10%), Base cutting, Rough cutting

Verified Sources

  1. Tertiary Scissor Mall — Ergonomics FAQ (retailer educational)

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Frequently Asked Questions

NOVA scissors are manufactured in Japan. ScissorPedia has limited founding date information for this brand.

NOVA scissors are in the mid-range price tier ($150–$350). At this price point, they compete with Alu-Coba, Axis, BMC. Value depends on your cutting volume, technique preferences, and maintenance habits.

NOVA is a Japanese professional shear brand known as one of the older Japanese scissor makers with sharp bevel edges in quality Japanese steels.

Last updated: April 14, 2026 · by scissorpedia
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