Beveled Edge Best Practices

Understanding beveled edges

Beveled edges have a distinct secondary angle that grips hair, often paired with micro-serrations on one blade. They excel at blunt cutting, scissor-over-comb, and barbering.

Maintenance focus points

• Cleaning: Serrations trap debris—use a soft brush or wooden stick to clear hair before wiping with alcohol.
• Tension: Slightly tighter tension than convex shears keeps serrations engaged. Adjust gradually to avoid over-tightening.
• Sharpening: Requires sharpeners with serration files or specialized wheels; improper sharpening grinds off serrations.

Do & don’t list

• Do use these shears on wet or coarse hair to maximize grip.
• Do rotate with convex shears to reduce wear.
• Don’t use on slide cutting or slicing; serrations will snag and dull rapidly.
• Don’t attempt DIY sharpening—micro-serrations are precision cut.

Service indicators

• Hair begins to slip during blunt lines.
• Serrated blade feels smooth to the touch (serrations worn off).
• You need more closing force than normal.

Once any indicator appears, schedule a sharpening with a serration-capable technician and note the issue in your log.

Partner resources

• Sharpener Vetting Checklist
• Steel Alloys Deep Dive to match serrated-friendly steels