Samurai
Samurai Scissors
About Samurai
In brief
Samurai is a UK scissor brand established in 2006 in Newcastle, importing Japanese steel shears and sold in over 400 Sally Beauty stores.
Cutting Scissors · Thinning Scissors · Left-Handed Scissors 5.0–6.0 in
Profile updated Apr 2026
Price
US$44–127Price band Under US$100 · BudgetTypical documented price, not a quoteWhere to buy
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Where to buy Samurai
Retailers ScissorPedia has catalogued. Prices and stock are on each store’s site.
UK & Ireland 2 retailers
Maker’s own dealer information: official site ↗
Catalogue map
The Samurai range
7 models · 5.0–6.0 in
Cutting Scissors 5 models US$44–127Price band US$100–200 · Entry-level
- Samurai Hasaki 5.5 Offset Cutting Scissors US$127
- Samurai Hasaki 6.0 Straight Cutting Scissors US$127
- Samurai Shimasu 5.5 Offset Cutting Scissors US$44
2 more models are listed in the full catalogue below.
Thinning Scissors 2 models US$44–76Price band Under US$100 · Budget
Pictured models
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All 7 Samurai model names
- Samurai Hasaki 5.5 Offset Cutting Scissors
- Samurai Hasaki 6.0 Straight Cutting Scissors
- Samurai Shimasu 5.5 Offset Cutting Scissors
- Samurai Shimasu 6.0 Offset Cutting Scissors
- Samurai Shimasu 5.5 Thinning Scissors
- Samurai Tora 5.0 Black Flower Cutting Scissors
- Samurai Tora 5.5 Rainbow Thinning Scissors
From Newcastle, England, Samurai has imported and distributed Japanese-steel hairdressing scissors since 2006, reaching stylists through more than 400 Sally Beauty stores across the UK and Ireland. The range is built on three families (Shimasu at entry, Tora for early-career work, Hasaki at the top), and guide prices across the 7 models stay between US$44 and US$127, at prices in 5.0 to 6.0 inch lengths.
About Samurai
Samurai Scissors is a UK based brand established in 2006 to import and distribute Japanese stainless steel hairdressing scissors. The company is headquartered in Newcastle, England. Samurai was founded to fill a gap in the market for medium priced scissors that offered quality above their price point.
Heritage
Samurai launched in autumn 2006 with three original sub brands: Classic Pro, Fusion, and Matrix. Over the years the company grew from a distribution operation into a brand carried by over 400 Sally Beauty outlets across the UK and Ireland. That retail footprint gave the brand significant visibility among working stylists in those markets.
The brand has since evolved. Three new sub brands (Tora, Shimasu, and the higher end Hasaki shears) have replaced the original Classic Pro, Fusion, and Matrix lines. These are now the primary product families available through Sally’s and other distributors.
Product Range
Samurai offers cutting scissors, thinning scissors, and left-handed scissors for blunt cutting, slide cutting, point cutting, volume control, and texture control. Its three lines are Shimasu, Tora, and Hasaki, each with its own price band.
All Samurai scissors use Japanese stainless steel, which the company has emphasized since its founding as a core part of the brand identity.
Market Positioning
Samurai sits in the budget price tier. The brand is available through Direct Hairdressing Scissors and the Samurai Scissors website. The strong Sally Beauty distribution network in the UK and Ireland makes Samurai one of the more accessible Japanese steel scissor brands in those regions.
Samurai is available through UK retailers. Buyers outside the UK can check current international shipping options with the retailer. The range pairs Japanese steel with entry-level professional prices.
Sources
- Samurai Scissors official website: samurai-scissors.uk
- Direct Hairdressing Scissors retailer listing
See Also
How Samurai compares
Similar origin and adjacent price band. Brass rows differ; “—” means the field is not documented yet.
| Spec | SamuraiSamurai | Dark StagDark Stag | DMIDMI | GlamtechGlamtech |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Country | UK | UK | UK | UK |
| Typical price | US$44–127Price band Under US$100 · Budget | US$38–165Price band US$100–200 · Entry-level | Price not documented | US$24–183Price band Under US$100 · Budget |
| Steel | J420, J440, Hitachi Steel | — | Japanese steel | ATS-314, 440C |
| Edge type | — | — | Convex | — |
| Handles | — | — | Offset Crane | — |
| Left-handed | — | 1 models | — | 1 models |
| Thinning | 2 models | 3 models | 2 models | 1 models |
| Specialties | Blunt cut, Slide cut, Point cut, Volume control, Texture … | Thinning, Texturising, Removing bulk, Blunt cut, Slice cu… | Student/entry-level | Straight cut, Slice cutting, Blunt cut, Advanced techniqu… |
| Founded | 2006 | 2017 | — | 2004 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
7 answers you can open one at a timeWhere is Samurai based?
Samurai is a UK-based brand, established in 2006, that imports and distributes Japanese-steel hairdressing scissors.
How much do Samurai scissors cost?
Samurai’s 7 models follow the three-tier structure at guide prices: Shimasu pairs at US$44, Tora at US$76, and Hasaki at US$127. That keeps the range within reach for students and stylists assembling a first kit.
What kinds of scissors does Samurai make?
The lineup covers cutting scissors, thinning and texturising scissors, and left-handed models, with specialties spanning blunt, slide, and point cutting.
Does Samurai offer left-handed scissors?
Yes, left-handed scissors are part of the range.
What are Samurai's main scissor lines?
The brand is built around three families: Shimasu as the entry line, Tora as the early-pro option, and Hasaki at the top of the range.
Where can I buy Samurai scissors?
Samurai is sold through Sally Beauty across the UK and Ireland, alongside Direct Hairdressing Scissors and the official Samurai Scissors website.
What sizes do Samurai scissors come in?
Samurai models run from 5.0 inch to 6.0 inch, one length per pair: the Tora Black Flower at 5.0 inch, several 5.5 inch cutting and thinning options, and 6.0 inch pairs in the Shimasu and Hasaki lines.
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