Akkohs Super LX Cutting Shears
by Akkohs · Cutting Scissors
What it is
Premium cutting shear from Akkohs developed for functionality such as stroking techniques. A step up from the Super X and GX with enhanced blade geometry.
Price position
$355 guide price · tier 3 of 5
Available Sizes
Where to Buy
Approximate retail as of April 2026. Prices vary by retailer and region.
Where this sits
In Akkohs's cutting scissors lineup the Akkohs Super LX Cutting Shears occupies the mid-range tier, priced between the Akkohs Super GX Cutting Shears and the Akkohs Qubic Rotating Thumb Swivel Shears. It uses Cobalt Alloy, a Premium Japanese stainless from Japan with a working hardness of 59–62 HRC. Manufactured in South Korea.
For the most current model specifications, handle options, pricing, and availability, see the Akkohs brand page on ScissorPedia.
Features
- Cobalt alloy construction
- Japanese-made blades
- Developed for stroking technique
- Offset handle
Specifications
How it compares
| Attribute | Akkohs Super LX Cutting Shears Akkohs | Sakura AX-50 Shears Sakura | Akkohs Super GX Cutting Shears Akkohs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price guide | US$355 | US$375 | US$215 |
| Price tier | Mid-range | Mid-range | Mid-range |
| Steel | Cobalt Alloy | Cobalt Alloy | Cobalt Alloy |
| Made in | South Korea | Japan | South Korea |
| Handle | Offset | Offset | Offset |
| Blade type | Convex edge | Convex edge | Convex edge |
| Sizes (in) | 5.5· 6.0 | 5.0 | 5.5· 6.0 |
| Product links | View product | View product | View product |
Professional Opinion
Developed for stroking techniques, the Super LX steps up from the Super X and GX with enhanced blade geometry. Stylists who favour slide and stroke work through a section are the ones it was built for.
Frequently Asked Questions
What steel is the Akkohs Super LX Cutting Shears made from?
The Akkohs Super LX Cutting Shears uses Cobalt Alloy, a Premium Japanese stainless from Japan.
What handle does the Akkohs Super LX Cutting Shears have?
The Akkohs Super LX Cutting Shears features offset handles.
What sizes are available for the Akkohs Super LX Cutting Shears?
ScissorPedia lists 2 size options: 5.5, 6.0.
Where is the Akkohs Super LX Cutting Shears manufactured?
The Akkohs Super LX Cutting Shears is manufactured in South Korea.
Where can I buy the Akkohs Super LX Cutting Shears?
ScissorPedia lists 3 retailer links. Users must confirm current exact-model availability and terms with each retailer.
About Akkohs
Akkohs is a South Korean premium shear brand founded in 1978, offering cobalt alloy and Super Gold II scissors from Seoul with titanium-coated opti…
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