Tara
Nina inc.
Who it suits
Tara is a USA-based scissor brand by Nina Inc., offering handcrafted cutting, thinning, and left-handed shears with multiple texture control options.
Price position
$429–1599 · tier 4 of 5
Profile completeness
7/9Profile coverage
- Models
- 16 catalogued
- Product types
- 3 documented
- Materials
- 2 documented
Tara’s shears are made in Japan by master craftsmen, the brand says, while the business itself runs from Newark, Delaware under Nina Inc. Cobalt alloy carries the core range and Damascus the pattern-welded models, with thinning pairs tuned to 15 to 35 percent removal rates. The 16 models span 5.0 to 7.5 inches, carrying guide prices of $429 to $1,599.
Overview
Tara is a USA based scissors brand operated by Nina Inc., headquartered at 1609 Capitol Trail in Newark, Delaware. The brand emphasizes handcrafted construction and customization options for professional stylists.
Product Range
Tara offers cutting scissors, thinning scissors, and left-handed scissors. The range covers slice, point, dry, wet, classic, detail, horizontal, and vertical cutting, along with blending and thinning. Its texture tools offer removal rates of 15 to 20, 28, and 35 percent.
According to the brand, Tara scissors are made from metal alloys selected for balance and sharpness. Customization is available. For current specifications and options, see Tara’s official site or authorised retailers.
Availability
Tara scissors are sold through the brand’s own website at tarascissors.com and through multiple third party retailers including Precision Shears, Shear Integrity, and Scissor Dude. That level of retail distribution gives stylists several purchasing options.
More Information
For full specifications across the product line, including steel types and handle designs, see Tara’s official site or authorised retailers. If you have firsthand experience with Tara scissors, feel free to reach out through our contact page.
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Tara at a glance
- Budget
- Premium $400–800
- Makes
- Cutting Scissors, Thinning Scissors, Left-Handed Scissors
- Based in
- Japan
- Catalogue
- 16 models listed
Product Types
Specialties
Materials & Construction
The steel, edges, and handle styles Tara works in:
Where to Buy
Official Brand Websites
Authorized Retailers
Retailers stocking Tara
ScissorPedia catalogues 4 retailers carrying Tara.
- nina inc. Online store — USA · ships to USA
- Precision Shears Online store — USA · ships to USA
- SCISSOR Dude Online store — USA · ships to USA
- SHEAR INTEGRITY Online store — USA · ships to USA
The range, at a glance
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Product photos from the ScissorPedia catalogue; see each product page for provenance.
How Tara compares
Same listed origin, adjacent price tier. Rows tinted brass differ; "—" means the field is not documented yet.
Frequently Asked Questions
7 answers you can open one at a timeWhere are Tara scissors made?
Tara scissors are made in Japan by master craftsmen. The brand is run by Nina Inc., based in Newark, Delaware.
What steel do Tara scissors use?
Tara uses a Cobalt Alloy across its core range, with Damascus on select pattern-welded models.
How much do Tara scissors cost?
Premium money, in keeping with the handcrafted Japanese build: the 16 Tara models carry guide prices from $429 up to $1,599.
What sizes do Tara scissors come in?
Tara models run from 5.0 to 7.5 inches, from short detail pairs through to longer shears for over-comb and barber work.
Does Tara make left-handed scissors?
Yes. Tara lists left-handed cutting scissors alongside its right-handed cutting and thinning models.
What does Tara offer beyond standard cutting shears?
Tara makes cutting and thinning scissors with thinning models tuned to different removal rates, so stylists can pick a texturizer for light blending or heavier bulk removal.
Does Tara back its scissors with a warranty?
Yes. Tara provides a lifetime warranty that includes one year of full servicing covering accidental damage.
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