Verne
About Verne
In brief
Verne is a professional hair shear brand carried by Shear World, a long-running US specialty retailer serving professional stylists since 1977.
Profile updated Sep 2026
Price
US$424–649Price band US$400–800 · PremiumTypical documented price, not a quoteWhere to buy
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Where to buy Verne
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US & Canada 1 retailer
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The Verne range
7 models
Thinning Scissors 3 models US$424–649Price band US$400–800 · Premium
Cutting Scissors 4 models US$599Price band US$400–800 · Premium
- Verne Air Back III Cutting Scissors US$599
- Verne Air Back V Barber Scissors US$599
- Verne Air Back VI Cutting Scissors
1 more models are listed in the full catalog below.
Pictured models
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All 7 Verne model names
Overview
Verne is a professional hair shear brand carried by Shear World, a long-running US specialty retailer that has served professional stylists from New York City since 1977. The brand is separately in Shear World’s catalog from Vern, a distinct brand operated by YANNI Co., Ltd. For the most current model specifications, handle options, and availability, the authoritative source is the Verne listings on the Shear World storefront.
Distribution
Verne shears are available in the United States through Shear World. Stylists interested in the line should contact Shear World directly for ordering, model guidance, and after-sales questions.
Product range
The Verne range includes seven models across the Air Back and Yume series. The Air Back III and V cutters carry US$599 guide prices, while the Air Back II and VIII thinners carry US$649 guide prices. The Yume TYB thinner is US$424. Consult the brand’s retailers for current Air Back VI and Yume YCB prices. The available guide prices place Verne in the Premium tier, US$400 to US$800.
Distribution
Verne is available in the United States exclusively through Shear World, which has operated as a professional scissor retailer from New York City since 1977. Shear World’s catalog spans an extensive range of brands; buyers interested in Verne can contact the store for guidance on which model suits their technique and hair type. Note that Verne is a separate brand from Vern, which is operated by a different company.
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How Verne compares
Similar origin and adjacent price band. Brass rows differ; “—” means the field is not documented yet.
| Spec | VerneVerne | AlphaAlpha | Alu-CobaAlu-Coba | AuroAuro |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan | Japan | Japan |
| Typical price | US$424–649Price band US$400–800 · Premium | US$514–1,207Price band US$400–800 · Premium | US$200Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range | US$424–499Price band US$400–800 · Premium |
| Steel | — | SG2 | Cobalt steel | Cobalt Alloy |
| Edge type | — | — | — | Straight |
| Handles | — | — | — | Offset, Straight, Crane |
| Left-handed | — | — | — | — |
| Thinning | 3 models | 1 models | — | 2 models |
| Specialties | — | Volume control, Slide cut, Stroke cut, Blunt cut, Texture… | Base cut, Step cut, Volume control, Texture control | Cobalt alloy builds, Multi-tooth thinning options, Handle… |
| Founded | — | 2006 | 1946 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
4 answers you can open one at a timeWhere can I buy Verne scissors?
Verne shears are carried in the United States by Shear World, a specialty retailer that has served professional stylists since 1977. Shear World is the place to check current models, handle options, and stock.
Is Verne a Japanese brand?
Verne is listed as a Japan-based professional shear brand. For questions about a specific model, Shear World handles ordering and product guidance.
How much do Verne scissors cost?
Shear World lists Verne models from US$424 (Yume TYB thinner) to US$649 (Air Back II and VIII thinners) as of June 2026, which puts Verne in the Premium band of US$400 to US$800.
What does Verne make?
Verne offers two professional lines through Shear World: the Air Back series and the Yume series, covering cutting shears and tooth thinners for stylists.
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