Yamato
Yamato
About Yamato
In brief
Yamato is a Japanese professional hair scissor brand available through Spencer Scissors, an established UK specialty retailer serving salons and barbers.
Profile updated Sep 2026
Price
US$1,000Price band US$800+ · LuxuryTypical documented price, not a quoteWhere to buy
1 retailerBuying routes
Where to buy Yamato
Retailers ScissorPedia has cataloged. Prices and stock are on each store’s site.
UK & Ireland 1 retailer
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The Yamato range
4 models
Thinning Scissors 1 model Price not documented
Cutting Scissors 3 models US$1,000Price band US$800+ · Luxury
Pictured models
No reviewed model photography is available yet.
All 4 Yamato model names
Yamato (大和) carries a classical name for Japan itself. The professional shear brand is headquartered in Nara, and its UK retail runs through Spencer Scissors. Its blades are made in Japan from cobalt-based and Japanese steels, including cobalt alloy and cobalt molybdenum alloy grades.
Availability
Spencer Scissors is an established UK specialty retailer, and Yamato sits alongside other professional brands in its catalog. For the most current model specifications, steel descriptions, and availability, the authoritative source is the Spencer Scissors storefront.
Product range
The Yamato range includes four models. The Wing N is a cutting shear with a US$1,000 guide price. The Royal and Sevian are also cutting models, while the FB Series is a dedicated thinning scissor. The range uses cobalt alloy and cobalt-molybdenum alloy. Consult the brand’s retailers for current specifications and prices.
Nara, where the brand is headquartered, is historically significant as Japan’s first permanent capital, and the region’s craft traditions, while centered on lacquerwork and Buddhist art, reflect the broader craft culture of Japan that professional scissor manufacturing draws from. Spencer Scissors in the UK is the authorized retailer for the European and UK markets.
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How Yamato compares
Similar origin and adjacent price band. Brass rows differ; “—” means the field is not documented yet.
| Spec | YamatoYamato | AlphaAlpha | AuroAuro | bmacbmac |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Country | Japan | Japan | Japan | Japan |
| Typical price | US$1,000Price band US$800+ · Luxury | US$514–1,207Price band US$400–800 · Premium | US$424–499Price band US$400–800 · Premium | US$390–3,200Price band US$800+ · Luxury |
| Steel | Cobalt alloy, Cobalt molybdenum alloy steel, Japanese steel | SG2 | Cobalt Alloy | VG-10, Super Gold II |
| Edge type | — | — | Straight | — |
| Handles | — | — | Offset, Straight, Crane | — |
| Left-handed | — | — | — | 2 models |
| Thinning | 1 models | 1 models | 2 models | 9 models |
| Specialties | — | Volume control, Slide cut, Stroke cut, Blunt cut, Texture… | Cobalt alloy builds, Multi-tooth thinning options, Handle… | Blunt cut, Slide cut, Dry cut, Texturizing, Blending, Cre… |
| Founded | — | 2006 | — | 2002 |
Frequently Asked Questions
4 answers you can open one at a timeIs Yamato a Japanese scissor brand?
Yes. Yamato is a Japanese hairdressing-scissor brand headquartered in Nara, with its shears made in Japan.
What steel goes into Yamato scissors?
Yamato works with cobalt-based and Japanese steels, including a cobalt alloy on its professional models.
How much do Yamato scissors cost?
The Wing N cutting shear carries a US$1,000 guide price. The Spencer Scissors storefront lists current UK models and prices.
Where can I buy Yamato scissors?
In the UK, Yamato is stocked by Spencer Scissors, a specialty retailer serving salons and barbers. Their storefront lists current models and specifications.
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