alpha PR High-Grade Cutting Scissors
by Alpha · Cutting Scissors
What it is
High-grade cutting scissors from Alpha Scissor Co. in Kichijoji, Tokyo, built with SG2 powder micro-particle steel and a convex edge. Titanium coating available as an option.
Price position
$1207 guide price · tier 5 of 5
Where to Buy
Confirmed ¥185,900 (tax incl.) at alpha-scissors.jp, PR High-Grade 5.8in (2026-06-13).
Where this sits
In alpha's cutting scissors lineup the alpha PR High-Grade Cutting Scissors occupies the luxury tier, priced above the alpha OG High-Grade Cutting Scissors. Manufactured in Japan.
The alpha PR is Alpha Scissor Co.’s high-grade cutting model, produced at the brand’s workshop in Kichijoji, Tokyo. Blades are ground from SG2 — the brand’s own designation for powder micro-particle steel (粉末微粒子鋼材ＳＧ２) — and finished with a convex edge geometry.
The offset handle reduces wrist deviation during extended cutting sessions. Titanium coating is offered as a factory option across most alpha models, including the PR; the coating adds surface hardness without altering the underlying blade geometry.
For current sizing options, pricing, and availability, visit alpha scissors directly or see the alpha brand page on ScissorPedia.
Features
- SG2 powder micro-particle steel
- Offset handle
- Convex blade
- Titanium coating available
- Made in Japan (Kichijoji, Tokyo)
Specifications
How it compares
| Attribute | alpha PR High-Grade Cutting Scissors alpha | Utsumi UMIX MX Damascus Cutting Scissors Utsumi | N.B.A.A. Cobalt A6.5 Cutting Scissors N.B.A.A. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price guide | US$1,207 | US$1,200 | US$1,214 |
| Price tier | Luxury | Luxury | Luxury |
| Made in | Japan | Japan | Japan |
| Handle | Offset | Offset | Offset |
| Blade type | Convex | Not listed | Convex |
| Product links | View product | View product | View product |
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Professional Opinion
For cutters who want alpha's SG2 powder steel in a simpler choice of two variants, the PR keeps the decision easy. The offset grip eases wrist angle over a long column of clients, and the convex edge rewards clean, deliberate section work.
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 PR High-Grade Cutting Scissors made from?
The alpha PR High-Grade Cutting Scissors uses SG2.
What handle does the alpha PR High-Grade Cutting Scissors have?
The alpha PR High-Grade Cutting Scissors features offset handles.
Where is the alpha PR High-Grade Cutting Scissors manufactured?
The alpha PR High-Grade Cutting Scissors is manufactured in Japan.
Where can I buy the alpha PR High-Grade 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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