Axis KARISUMA3 Set
by Axis · Cutting Scissors
What it is
The Axis KARISUMA3 is a three-piece hairdressing set — two cutting scissors and one thinning — made in Japan with 440C stainless steel.
Price position
$356 guide price · tier 3 of 5
Available Sizes
Where to Buy
¥54,780 at axis-scissors.shop-pro.jp as of June 2026. Converted at ¥154 per USD.
Where this sits
In Axis's cutting scissors lineup the Axis KARISUMA3 Set occupies the mid-range tier, priced above the Axis CONY Cobalt Sword Cutting Scissors. Manufactured in Japan.
The Axis KARISUMA3 is a three-piece set produced in Japan by Axis Scissors, based in Ota City, Tokyo. The set includes two cutting scissors and one thinning shear.
The cutting pair covers two grip positions: the KO scissors use an offset handle suited to blunt and slide cutting, while a flat-handle FIT-grip model brings the thumb in line with the blade for controlled precision work. The thinning scissors in the set are the OU630IN, a 6.0-inch megane (spectacles) handle model with a 25% cut rate. All three blades are cut from 440C stainless steel.
For individual model details, current pricing, and retailer ordering, see the Axis brand page on ScissorPedia.
Features
- Three-piece set — two cutting scissors and one thinning shear
- 440C stainless steel blades
- Offset handle on KO cutting scissors
- Flat-handle FIT-grip cutting scissors included
- OU630IN thinning scissors with 25% cut rate
- Blades suited to slide cut and blunt cut techniques
Specifications
How it compares
| Attribute | Axis KARISUMA3 Set Axis | Nikko Original Offset Nikko | HIVE JBB600 Cutting Scissors HIVE SCISSORS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price guide | US$356 | US$356 | US$357 |
| Price tier | Mid-range | Mid-range | Mid-range |
| Made in | Japan | UK | South Korea |
| Handle | Offset | Not listed | Offset |
| Blade type | Convex | Not listed | Convex |
| Sizes (in) | 6.0 | 5.5· 6.0 | 6.0 |
| Product links | View product | View product | View product |
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Professional Opinion
Two cutting scissors plus a 25 percent thinning shear in one box makes the KARISUMA3 a ready-made core kit, all in Japanese 440C. It suits stylists setting up a station or refreshing worn tools who want matched pieces without buying each separately.
Maintenance Tips
- Wipe blades clean after each client
- Oil the pivot point regularly
- Professional sharpening when edge dulls
- Store in the supplied protective case
Frequently Asked Questions
What steel is the Axis KARISUMA3 Set made from?
The Axis KARISUMA3 Set uses 440C Stainless Steel.
What handle does the Axis KARISUMA3 Set have?
The Axis KARISUMA3 Set features offset handles.
What sizes are available for the Axis KARISUMA3 Set?
ScissorPedia lists one size: 6.0.
Where is the Axis KARISUMA3 Set manufactured?
The Axis KARISUMA3 Set is manufactured in Japan.
Where can I buy the Axis KARISUMA3 Set?
ScissorPedia lists 1 retailer link. Users must confirm current exact-model availability and terms with each retailer.
About Axis
Axis is a Japanese direct-to-stylist scissor brand from Tokyo, offering Cobalt V10 shears with bearing pivots and sword blade profiles.
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