alpha SGT Thinning Scissors
by Alpha · Thinning Scissors
What it is
High-grade thinning scissors from Alpha Scissor Co. in Kichijoji, Tokyo, using SG2 powder micro-particle steel. Available in 16, 18, and 20 teeth variants to suit different blending and texturising requirements.
Price position
$864 guide price · tier 5 of 5
Where to Buy
Confirmed ¥133,100 (tax incl.) at alpha-scissors.jp, SGT thinning series (2026-06-13).
Where this sits
Manufactured in Japan.
The alpha SGT is a thinning scissor built on the same SG2 powder micro-particle steel platform as the high-grade cutting range. Produced at Alpha Scissor Co.’s Kichijoji, Tokyo workshop, it comes in three tooth configurations: 16 teeth (SGT16), 18 teeth (SGT18), and 20 teeth (SGT20).
Lower tooth counts remove more hair per stroke and suit coarser blending work; the 20-tooth version gives finer removal and more controlled texturising. All three share the same offset handle and SG2 steel construction.
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Features
- SG2 powder micro-particle steel
- Offset handle
- Available in 16, 18, and 20 teeth variants
- Made in Japan (Kichijoji, Tokyo)
Specifications
How it compares
| Attribute | alpha SGT Thinning Scissors alpha | OKAWA J-Series SG212 Thinning Scissors OKAWA | Mizutani Schorem Master 12 Hair Thinning Scissors Mizutani |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price guide | US$864 | US$850 | US$876 |
| Price tier | Luxury | Luxury | Luxury |
| Made in | Japan | Japan | Japan |
| Handle | Offset | Offset | Offset |
| Blade type | Thinning | 21-tooth 2-stage angle-pocket thinning | Not listed |
| Product links | View product | View product | View product |
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Professional Opinion
A choice of 16, 18, and 20 teeth lets you match the amount of removal to the blending or texturising job at hand. SG2 powder steel and an offset handle suit it to professional salon work, from volume reduction through to finishing.
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 SGT Thinning Scissors made from?
The alpha SGT Thinning Scissors uses SG2.
What handle does the alpha SGT Thinning Scissors have?
The alpha SGT Thinning Scissors features offset handles.
Where is the alpha SGT Thinning Scissors manufactured?
The alpha SGT Thinning Scissors is manufactured in Japan.
Where can I buy the alpha SGT Thinning 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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