Fresh Makai 5.5 Swivel Hair Cutting Scissors
by FRESH
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Description
A 5.5-inch swivel-thumb cutting shear from Fresh's Makai line, designed to reduce wrist and hand strain during repetitive cutting.
Where this sits
In FRESH's cutting scissors lineup the Fresh Makai 5.5 Swivel Hair Cutting Scissors occupies the entry-level tier, priced between the Fresh Umi 6.0 Slicer Hair Cutting Scissors and the Fresh Makai 6.0 Swivel Black Hair Cutting Scissors. It uses 440C, a Japan pro workhorse stainless with a working hardness of 58–60 HRC. Manufactured in USA.
For the most current model specifications, handle options, pricing, and availability, see the FRESH brand page on ScissorPedia.
Features
- Japanese steel
- Swivel thumb ring
- Convex edge
Specifications
How it compares
| Attribute | Fresh Makai 5.5 Swivel Hair Cutting Scissors FRESH | Fresh Makai 5.5 SCH Hair Cutting Scissors FRESH | Fresh Makai 6.0 Black Hair Cutting Scissors FRESH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price guide | US$105 | US$105 | US$105 |
| Price tier | Entry-level | Entry-level | Entry-level |
| Steel | 440C | 440C | 440C |
| Made in | USA | USA | USA |
| Handle | — | — | — |
| Blade type | — | — | — |
| Sizes (in) | 5.5 | 5.5 | 6.0 |
| View product | View product | View product |
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Where to Buy
Approximate retail as of April 2026. Prices vary by retailer and region. Visit retailer links for current pricing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What steel is the Fresh Makai 5.5 Swivel Hair Cutting Scissors made from?
The Fresh Makai 5.5 Swivel Hair Cutting Scissors uses 440C, a Pro Workhorse stainless from Japan.
What sizes are available for the Fresh Makai 5.5 Swivel Hair Cutting Scissors?
ScissorPedia lists one size: 5.5.
Where is the Fresh Makai 5.5 Swivel Hair Cutting Scissors manufactured?
The Fresh Makai 5.5 Swivel Hair Cutting Scissors is manufactured in USA.
Where can I buy the Fresh Makai 5.5 Swivel Hair Cutting Scissors?
ScissorPedia catalogues 1 verified retailer stocking the Fresh Makai 5.5 Swivel Hair Cutting Scissors. See the retailer list above for links and last-verified dates.
About FRESH
FRESH is a USA-based scissor brand from Georgia, selling direct-to-consumer professional shears with a 14-day trial period for stylists.
Retailer links, pricing, and specifications notice
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