Washi
Washi Scissor Company
About Washi
In brief
Washi is an American scissor brand founded in 1988 in Florida, using guaranteed Hitachi Japanese steel across its professional shear lineup.
Cutting Scissors · Thinning Scissors · Left-Handed Scissors 5.0–7.0 in
Profile updated Apr 2026
Price
US$139–749Price band US$200–400 · Mid-rangeTypical documented price, not a quoteWhere to buy
3 retailers- EDGEMASTER INTERNATIONAL (opens in a new tab)
- Stay SHARP (opens in a new tab)
- WASHI SCISSOR CO. (opens in a new tab)
Buying routes
Where to buy Washi
Retailers ScissorPedia has cataloged. Prices and stock are on each store’s site.
US & Canada 3 retailers
Maker’s own dealer information: official site ↗
Catalog map
The Washi range
27 models · 5.0–7.0 in
Cutting Scissors 21 models US$139–695Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range
- Washi 720 Double Swivel US$329
- Washi AX Ultimate US$649
- Washi Black Dragon US$400
18 more models are listed in the full catalog below.
Thinning Scissors 5 models US$215–749Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range
- Washi AX Ultimate Thinner US$349
- Washi Black Star Lefty Thinner US$215
- Washi Multistack 2 US$749
2 more models are listed in the full catalog below.
Left-Handed Scissors 1 model US$245Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range
- Washi Black Star Lefty US$245
Pictured models
All 27 Washi model names
- Washi 720 Double Swivel
- Washi AX Ultimate Thinner
- Washi AX Ultimate
- Washi Black Dragon
- Washi Black Star Lefty Thinner
- Washi Black Star Lefty
- Washi Cotton Candy
- Washi Creation Shear
- Washi Diamond Ice
- Washi Eco Shear
- Washi Gen Master
- Washi Luxor
- Washi Master Double Swivel
- Washi Master Elite
- Washi Multistack 1
- Washi Multistack 2
- Washi Rosebud
- Washi Sable Master
- Washi Silver Butterfly
- Washi Silver Crown
- Washi Skull Shear
- Washi SmartClik Multi-Position Thumb
- Washi Total Taper Shear
- Washi TW Master Blender
- Washi Ultimate Silk
- Washi ZAP Master Blender
- Washi Zip Master
Marc Milman founded Washi in 1988, and the Florida company still runs his shear line with blades made in Japan. ATS-314, VG-10, ATS-34, and V1 steels spread across the range; the 27 models run 5.0 to 7.0 inches at guide prices from US$139 to US$749. The Anti-Push edge is Washi’s signature.
About Washi
Washi is a U.S. based hair shear company founded in 1988 by Marc Milman. The company operates as Washi Scissor Company, headquartered in Hobe Sound, Florida. Washi positions itself as a provider of professional shears at fair prices.
Product Range
Washi produces cutting scissors, thinning scissors, and left-handed scissors. Their specialties are extensive: slide cutting, point cutting, scissor-over-comb work, blending, texturing, weight removal, volume control, texture control (10 to 20%), weave cutting, separation, and weight removal at 40%.
According to the company, their “Ultimate Shears” line is made from Hitachi Japanese steel. Washi states that they guarantee the authenticity of the Hitachi steel used in their products.
Availability
Washi scissors are sold through the company’s own website as well as through retailers including Stay Sharp Shears and Edgemaster International.
Heritage
Marc Milman started the Washi shear business in 1988, giving the company over 35 years in the industry. According to the brand, Washi has received the American Salon Professional’s Choice Award and the Launchpad Readers Choice Award across multiple consecutive years, recognition built with working professionals over its long history.
Sources
- Washi brand profile and manufacturer statements (washiscissor.com)
See Also
Product range overview
Twenty-seven Washi models carry guide prices from US$139 to US$749. The range covers cutting and thinning options from mid-entry through high-end professional tiers.
How Washi compares
Similar origin and adjacent price band. Brass rows differ; “—” means the field is not documented yet.
| Spec | WashiWashi | ABOVEABOVE | BLACKSMITH BLADESBLACKSMITH BLADES | BokhariBokhari |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Country | USA | USA | USA | USA |
| Typical price | US$139–749Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range | US$180–250Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range | US$400Price band US$400–800 · Premium | US$175–895Price band US$200–400 · Mid-range |
| Steel | ATS-314, VG-10, ATS-34, V1 | Cobalt steel | VG10, 440C, 9CR, 6CR | 440C Japanese stainless steel, Cobalt VG1-VG10 stainless steel |
| Edge type | — | — | — | — |
| Handles | — | — | — | — |
| Left-handed | 1 models | — | — | — |
| Thinning | 5 models | 1 models | 5 models | 3 models |
| Specialties | Slide cut, Point cut, Scissor over comb, Blending, Textur… | Precision cut, Layer cut, Sliding cut, Texture cut, Wet c… | Blunt cut, Slide cut, Point cut, Volume control, Texture … | Slide cut, Advanced styling, Blending, Texturizing, Wet c… |
| Founded | 1988 | — | — | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
6 answers you can open one at a timeWho makes Washi scissors?
Washi is a US-based shear company founded in 1988 by Marc Milman, run as the Washi Scissor Company out of Hobe Sound, Florida. Its shears are made in Japan.
What steel do Washi scissors use?
How much do Washi scissors cost?
Guide prices on the 27 Washi models run from US$139 to US$749 across the range.
What sizes do Washi shears come in?
Sizes start at 5.0 inches and stop at 7.0, and one true left-handed build, the Black Star Lefty, is among the models.
Does Washi make left-handed scissors?
Yes. True left-handed builds such as the Black Star Lefty sit in the catalog with the cutting and thinning shears.
What is Washi known for?
Washi shears are built for slide cutting, point cutting, and scissor-over-comb work, with convex edges and an Anti-Push edge on its cutting models. The brand has also earned the American Salon Professional’s Choice and Launchpad Readers’ Choice awards across multiple consecutive years.
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