OBU
OBU
Who it suits
OBU is an Australian scissor brand from Port Melbourne, offering curated Japanese steel shear collections for stylists and barbers.
Price position
$140–300 · tier 3 of 5
Profile completeness
7/9Profile coverage
- Models
- 3 catalogued
- Product types
- 3 documented
- Materials
- 1 documented
Apprentice or master decides which OBU line you buy: the Port Melbourne scissor brand splits its range into MINARAI, the affordable entry collection, and MASUTA, the Japanese-steel collection for experienced professionals. Three OBU cutting shears are catalogued here, 5.5 to 7.0 inches, running $140 to $300 at guide prices. The brand sells direct at obuscissors.com with a 7 day exchange or refund window.
Overview
OBU is an Australian scissor brand based in Port Melbourne. The brand offers cutting scissors, thinning scissors, and left handed scissors. OBU positions itself as a straightforward brand with a curated range meant to simplify the buying process for working stylists.
Product Range
OBU’s specialty list is extensive: blunt cutting, point cutting, chipping, texturizing, straight line cutting, downward and upward open blade cutting, fine tuning point cutting, scissor over comb, men’s cutting, ladies cutting, and thinning. The brand sits in a mid range price tier (price range 3).
According to OBU, the product line is split into two collections. The MINARAI collection targets stylists looking for an affordable entry point, while the OBU MASUTA collection is positioned for experienced professionals who want Japanese steel shears. Both collections carry the same lifetime quality guarantee and return policy.
Buying Experience
OBU offers a 7 day return window for exchanges or refunds. That policy is designed to let stylists try a few different models and return what does not work. For a brand that sells primarily online, this kind of trial friendly policy matters. OBU also offers gift cards starting from A$50.
Distribution
OBU sells directly through its official website at obuscissors.com. The brand appears to be focused on the Australian market, though online ordering may be available internationally. American stylists should check shipping options and factor in currency conversion when comparing OBU’s pricing against domestic brands.
See Also
OBU at a glance
- Budget
- Mid-range $200–400
- Makes
- Cutting Scissors, Thinning Scissors, Left-Handed Scissors
- Based in
- Australia
- Catalogue
- 3 models listed
Product Types
Specialties
Materials & Construction
The steel, edges, and handle styles OBU works in:
Where to Buy
Official Brand Websites
The range, at a glance
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Product photos from the ScissorPedia catalogue; see each product page for provenance.
Products
How OBU compares
Same listed origin, adjacent price tier. Rows tinted brass differ; "—" means the field is not documented yet.
Frequently Asked Questions
5 answers you can open one at a timeWhere is OBU based?
OBU is an Australian-based scissor brand, with its home in Port Melbourne. The blades are built around Japanese steel.
What scissors does OBU make?
OBU’s range takes in cutting, thinning, and left-handed scissors, organised into two lines. The MASUTA collection is aimed at experienced professionals, while the MINARAI collection is a more affordable line pitched at apprentices.
Does OBU make left-handed scissors?
Yes. OBU keeps left-handed shears in its standard range next to the right-handed cutters and thinners.
How much do OBU scissors cost?
OBU’s three catalogued cutting shears carry guide prices from $140 to $300. Current pricing for the full MASUTA and MINARAI collections is listed at obuscissors.com.
Where can I buy OBU scissors?
OBU sells directly through its official website at obuscissors.com, where both the MASUTA and MINARAI collections are listed.
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