Rand Rocket
Rand Rocket Ltd
About Rand Rocket
In brief
Rand Rocket Ltd is a UK salon supply company est. 1973. Distributes Jaguar and Tondeo scissors, owns the STR brand, and sells razors and tools.
Scissors · Razors · Beauty tools · Salon supplies
Profile updated Apr 2026
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Where to buy Rand Rocket
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The Rand Rocket range
4 models
Thinning Scissors 2 models US$25–30Price band Under US$100 · Budget
Cutting Scissors 2 models US$25–30Price band Under US$100 · Budget
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All 4 Rand Rocket model names
Established in 1973 by Randolph Vickers, Rand Rocket runs salon supply from Consett, County Durham as maker and distributor at once. Its own scissors, razors, and beauty tools sit beside the STR line and UK distribution for Jaguar and Tondeo. UK professional retailers including Alan Howard, Adel Direct, and Salons Direct carry the lines.
Overview
Rand Rocket Ltd is a UK-based salon supply company established in 1973. The company operates as both a manufacturer and distributor, producing its own products while also serving as the UK distributor for established European scissor brands Jaguar and Tondeo. Rand Rocket also owns the STR brand.
Product Range
Rand Rocket’s catalog extends beyond scissors to include razors, salon supplies, and beauty tools such as tweezers and nail tools. This broad product range positions the company as a one-stop supplier for salon professionals in the UK market.
Distribution
Rand Rocket products are widely available through UK professional beauty supply retailers, including:
- Alan Howard (listing 6 products)
- Adel Direct
- Professional Choice (prohairandbeauty.co.uk)
- Salons Direct
The brand’s distribution is primarily focused on the UK market.
Sources
- Adel Direct product listings
- Alan Howard product listings
- Professional Choice product listings
See Also
Product range
Four Rand Rocket models come from the STR product line: the STR Range H Thinning Scissors (US$25), the STR Pro Classic Cutting Scissors (US$25), the STR Pro Black Cutting Scissors (US$30), and the STR Pro Black Thinning Scissors (US$30). The US$25 to US$30 price points across all four models place Rand Rocket in the entry tier of the UK professional scissor market, making the range a practical option for student kits, training environments, or working professionals who want a backup pair at minimal cost.
For current specifications and availability, the authoritative source is the retailer carrying Rand Rocket scissors for the relevant market.
How Rand Rocket compares
Similar origin and adjacent price band. Brass rows differ; “—” means the field is not documented yet.
| Spec | Rand RocketRand Rocket | AkitoAkito | alfa italiaalfa italia | Dark StagDark Stag |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Country | UK | UK | UK | UK |
| Typical price | Price not documented | US$270–429Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range | US$228–455Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range | US$38–165Price band US$100–200 · Entry-level |
| Steel | Stainless steel, Ice-tempered stainless | VG10, 440C, Cobalt, ATS-314 | Japanese 440C steel | — |
| Edge type | — | — | — | — |
| Handles | — | — | — | — |
| Left-handed | — | — | — | 1 models |
| Thinning | 2 models | 1 models | — | 3 models |
| Specialties | — | Blunt cut, Slide cut, Point cut, Volume control, Texture … | Precision cutting, High-speed cutting, Detailed work, Lay… | Thinning, Texturising, Removing bulk, Blunt cut, Slice cu… |
| Founded | 1973 | 2016 | — | 2017 |
Frequently Asked Questions
5 answers you can open one at a timeIs Rand Rocket a UK brand?
Yes. Rand Rocket is a UK-based salon supply company established in 1973, based in Consett, County Durham. It was founded by Randolph Vickers.
What is Rand Rocket known for?
Rand Rocket is a long-running UK salon supplier that owns the STR scissor brand and also serves as the UK distributor for Jaguar and Tondeo. Its product lines cover hairdressing scissors and styling tools.
What does Rand Rocket sell besides scissors?
Beyond scissors, Rand Rocket carries razors, beauty tools, and a wider range of salon supplies, which makes it a one-stop supplier for UK salon professionals.
How much do Rand Rocket scissors cost?
Rand Rocket’s lines sit in the professional mid-range. UK stockists such as Alan Howard and Salons Direct list current model prices.
Where can I buy Rand Rocket scissors?
Rand Rocket products are sold through UK professional beauty supply retailers, including stockists such as Alan Howard, Adel Direct, and Salons Direct.
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