alpha BM Basic Cutting Scissors
by Alpha · Cutting Scissors
What it is
Entry-level cutting scissors from Alpha Scissor Co. in Kichijoji, Tokyo. Uses the same SG2 powder micro-particle steel as the high-grade range at a more accessible price point.
Price position
$514 guide price · tier 4 of 5
Where to Buy
Confirmed ¥79,200 (tax incl.) at alpha-scissors.jp, BM Basic 6.0in (2026-06-13).
Where this sits
In alpha's cutting scissors lineup the alpha BM Basic Cutting Scissors occupies the premium tier, priced below the alpha SG High-Grade Cutting Scissors. Manufactured in Japan.
The alpha BM is the entry point into Alpha Scissor Co.’s cutting range. Made in Kichijoji, Tokyo, it shares the SG2 powder micro-particle steel of the higher-grade alpha models, with a convex edge and offset handle.
The BM positions itself below the OG and SG tiers in the alpha lineup, offering workshop-made Japanese scissors at a lower price than the full high-grade range. Blade geometry and handle angle follow the same conventions as the rest of the alpha catalogue.
For current pricing and specifications, visit alpha scissors or see the alpha brand page on ScissorPedia.
Features
- SG2 powder micro-particle steel
- Offset handle
- Convex blade
- Entry point into alpha's range
- Made in Japan (Kichijoji, Tokyo)
Specifications
How it compares
| Attribute | alpha BM Basic Cutting Scissors alpha | Yasaka SK Long Hair Cutting Shears Yasaka | ICON ICT-125 Multi-Color Titanium Swivel Shear ICON Shears |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price guide | US$514 | US$513 | US$515 |
| Price tier | Premium | Premium | Premium |
| Made in | Japan | Japan | Not listed |
| Handle | Offset | Offset | Swivel |
| Blade type | Convex | Convex | Semi-convex |
| Product links | View product | View product | View product |
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Professional Opinion
The BM Basic uses the same SG2 powder micro-particle steel as alpha's high-grade range at a more accessible price, made in Kichijoji, Tokyo. An offset handle and convex blade suit general salon cutting.
Maintenance Tips
- Wipe blades after each client
- Oil the pivot point regularly
- Professional sharpening when edge dulls
- Store in protective case
Frequently Asked Questions
What steel is the alpha BM Basic Cutting Scissors made from?
The alpha BM Basic Cutting Scissors uses SG2.
What handle does the alpha BM Basic Cutting Scissors have?
The alpha BM Basic Cutting Scissors features offset handles.
Where is the alpha BM Basic Cutting Scissors manufactured?
The alpha BM Basic Cutting Scissors is manufactured in Japan.
Where can I buy the alpha BM Basic Cutting Scissors?
ScissorPedia lists 1 retailer link. Users must confirm current exact-model availability and terms with each retailer.
About Alpha
Alpha is a Japanese scissor brand founded in 2006 in Tokyo, offering cutting and thinning shears with in-person showroom trials across Japan.
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