Stay Sharp
Stay Sharp Shears
About Stay Sharp
In brief
Stay Sharp is a US shear retailer and brand est. 2004 in Waverly, NY, carrying Hikari, Yasaka, Washi, and Matsuzaki plus Stay Sharp scissors.
Cutting Scissors · Thinning Scissors · Left-Handed Scissors 5.5–5.5 in
Profile updated Apr 2026 · 1 sources
Price
US$179–199Price band US$100–200 · Entry-levelTypical documented price, not a quoteWhere to buy
1 retailerBuying routes
Where to buy Stay Sharp
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Catalog map
The Stay Sharp range
5 models · 5.5–5.5 in
Cutting Scissors 1 model US$179Price band US$100–200 · Entry-level
Left-Handed Scissors 1 model US$179Price band US$100–200 · Entry-level
Set 1 model US$199Price band US$100–200 · Entry-level
Texturizing Scissors 1 model US$179Price band US$100–200 · Entry-level
Thinning Scissors 1 model US$179Price band US$100–200 · Entry-level
Pictured models
No reviewed model photography is available yet.
All 5 Stay Sharp model names
In Waverly, New York, Stay Sharp wears two hats. It retails established Japanese shear brands and also sells a Stay Sharp 440C line with a semi-convex edge and offset handle. Jon Rice founded the business in 2004, and a mail-in sharpening service operates alongside sales. The two Stay Sharp models, a left-handed shear and a thinner, both carry a US$179 guide price at 5.5 inches.
Overview
Stay Sharp is an American shear business founded in 2004 by Jon Rice (CEO/Founder), based in Waverly, New York. With over 18 years in the hair and beauty industry, the company operates primarily as a professional retailer carrying established Japanese brands, while also offering its own “Stay Sharp” branded scissor line.
Product Range
Stay Sharp’s retail catalog includes shears from several well-regarded manufacturers: Hikari, Yasaka, Washi, Etaro, Matsuzaki, Akkohs, and Jaguar. The company’s own Stay Sharp branded line covers cutting scissors, thinning scissors, and left-handed models.
In addition to scissor sales, Stay Sharp offers professional mail-in scissor sharpening services. The company provides free shipping on US orders over US$199.
Distribution
Stay Sharp sells direct to consumers through its website at staysharpshears.com. The company also supports cosmetology schools, indicating involvement in professional education alongside retail. Contact information includes a US toll-free number (1-888-898-9808) and an international line (1-607-857-2954).
Buying context
Stay Sharp is a professional scissor and sharpening specialist. For current model specifications, pricing, and availability, the authoritative source is the Stay Sharp retail channel and the retailers that carry its sharpening and scissor products for the professional market.
See Also
How Stay Sharp compares
Similar origin and adjacent price band. Brass rows differ; “—” means the field is not documented yet.
| Spec | Stay SharpStay Sharp | 44204420 | ABOVEABOVE | BLACKICE PROFESSIONALBLACKICE PROFESSIONAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Country | USA | USA | USA | USA |
| Typical price | US$179–199Price band US$100–200 · Entry-level | US$25–30Price band Under US$100 · Budget | US$180–250Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range | US$20–25Price band Under US$100 · Budget |
| Steel | 440C | Stainless steel | Cobalt steel | Stainless steel |
| Edge type | — | — | — | — |
| Handles | — | — | — | — |
| Left-handed | 1 models | — | — | — |
| Thinning | 2 models | — | 1 models | 1 models |
| Specialties | Aggressive cutting, Thinning, Texturizing, Wet cut, Dry c… | Blunt cut, Slide cut, Point cut, Volume control, Texture … | Precision cut, Layer cut, Sliding cut, Texture cut, Wet c… | Smooth cut, Precision cutting, Thinning |
| Founded | 2004 | 1940 | — | — |
Sources
- Stay Sharp Shears — Scissors Content (sharpener blog)
Frequently Asked Questions
5 answers you can open one at a timeWhere is Stay Sharp based?
Stay Sharp is a USA-based brand, founded in 2004 by Jon Rice and run out of Waverly, New York under the name Stay Sharp Shears.
What steel do Stay Sharp shears use?
The Stay Sharp line is built from 440C, a stainless steel paired with a semi-convex edge and an offset handle.
How much do Stay Sharp scissors cost?
Both Stay Sharp models, a left-handed shear and a thinner, carry a US$179 guide price; the wider retail catalog varies by brand, with current prices at staysharpshears.com.
Are Stay Sharp scissors available for left-handed stylists?
Yes. The line includes dedicated left-handed cutting and texturizing shears, sold individually or as a matching set.
What is Stay Sharp known for?
The Stay Sharp shears are aimed at aggressive cutting, thinning, and texturizing, and the company also runs a mail-in sharpening service.
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