Omega
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Omega is a Japanese professional scissor brand, one of the older Japanese shear makers known for sharp bevel edges in quality Japanese steels.
More than one industry has an Omega; this one is the Japanese professional scissor brand, known for sharp bevel-edge shears cut from fine-quality Japanese steels, and sold in Canada through specialty retailer Takano Canada. Models include the L65 cutter and the AX series of thinners. A Scissor Mall editorial groups...
More than one industry has an Omega; this one is the Japanese professional scissor brand, known for sharp bevel-edge shears cut from fine-quality Japanese steels, and sold in Canada through specialty retailer Takano Canada. Models include the L65 cutter and the AX series of thinners. A Scissor Mall editorial groups Omega with the established generation of Japanese scissor makers.
Overview
Omega is a Japanese professional scissor brand. This profile refers specifically to the hairdressing scissor brand sold through professional beauty supply channels, distinct from other companies using the Omega name in unrelated industries.
A Scissor Mall editorial describes Omega alongside Fuji, NOVA, and Matsuzaki as an established Japanese scissor brand with “engineered very sharp bevel edges made out of fine quality Japanese steels.” This places Omega among the generation of Japanese scissor makers that helped establish the global reputation of Japanese-made professional shears.
For the most current model specifications, handle options, and availability, the authoritative source is the Omega collection on the Takano Canada storefront.
Distribution
Omega scissors are available in Canada through Takano Canada, a specialty professional beauty supply retailer.
Sources
- Scissor Mall editorial content describing Omega as an established Japanese scissor brand
- Takano Canada product listings
Product range
Two Omega models are catalogued: the L65 Cutting Scissors ($364) and the AX Thinning Scissors ($392). The L65 designation likely indicates a 6.5-inch blade length — toward the longer end of the professional cutting range, suited to bulk cutting, men’s scissor-over-comb work, and stylist techniques that benefit from longer blade travel. The AX thinning shear at $392 sits above the L65 in price, which is unusual — typically thinning shears are priced below or equal to their cutting counterparts — suggesting a higher-specification thinning build.
The $364–$392 pricing places Omega in the upper-mid professional tier for Japan-made scissors. For current specifications and availability, the Takano Canada storefront carries the Omega range.
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Omega at a glance
- Budget
- Mid-range $200–400
- Based in
- Japan
- Catalogue
- 2 models listed
Where to Buy
Authorized Retailers
How Omega Compares
| Brand | Omega | alpha | Alu-Coba | Atali |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan | Japan | Japan |
| Typical price | Mid-range | Mid-range | US$200–US$250 | US$70–US$100 |
| Steel | — | SG2 | Cobalt steel | Japanese Stainless Steel |
| Blade types | — | — | — | — |
| Handles | — | — | Offset | Offset, Even |
| Specialties | — | Volume control, Slide cut, Stroke cut, Blunt cut, Texture control | Base cut, Step cut, Volume control, Texture control | — |
Verified Sources
- Tertiary Scissor Mall — Ergonomics FAQ (retailer educational)
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Omega is one of the older Japanese professional scissor makers, known for shears cut from fine-quality Japanese steels.
Sharp bevel edges. Omega has long been grouped with established Japanese makers for cleanly engineered bevel-edge shears cut from quality Japanese steel.
Omega sits in the mid-range tier for professional Japanese-made shears. Model-by-model pricing is not catalogued here; the Takano Canada storefront lists current Omega models and prices.
Omega offers both cutting shears and thinning or texturizing scissors, with options like the L65 cutter and the AX series of thinners.
In Canada, Omega is stocked by Takano Canada, a specialty professional beauty supply retailer. The Takano storefront is the best place to check current models and availability.
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