Hikari Angel A Thinning Shears
by Hikari · Thinning Scissors
What it is
A V-shaped tooth thinning shear in cobalt steel made for a soft, effortless cut that helps protect the hair cuticle. Offered in three rates: 771 at 15-20 percent, 772 at 25-30 percent, and 773 at 35-40 percent.
Available sizes
Where to buy
Approximate retail as of April 2026. Prices vary by retailer and region. Visit retailer links for current pricing.
Where this sits
In Hikari's thinning scissors lineup the Hikari Angel A Thinning Shears occupies the premium band, priced between the Hikari Model 6032 Texturizing Shears and the Hikari Nina Cosmos Thinning Shears. It uses Cobalt Alloy. Manufactured in Japan.
Angel A is a cobalt-steel thinning shear with a V-shaped tooth that Hikari tunes for a soft, effortless cut intended to be gentle on the hair cuticle. It comes in three thinning rates: the 771 at 15-20 percent, the 772 at 25-30 percent, and the 773 at 35-40 percent.
For the most current model specifications, handle options, pricing, and availability, see the Hikari brand page on ScissorPedia.
Features
- Cobalt steel
- V-shaped tooth
- Three thinning rates (15-20%, 25-30%, 35-40%)
- Designed to protect the hair cuticle
Specifications
This page lists 3 of 4 core specifications. Confirm the exact variant with the seller. Suggest a correction.
How it compares
| Attribute | Hikari Angel A Thinning Shears Hikari | Kasho Green Sasa 38 Tooth Thinning Scissors Kasho | Michiko Miki Thinning & Texturizing Scissors Michiko |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price band | US$771Price band US$400–800 · Premium | US$760Price band US$400–800 · Premium | US$776Price band US$400–800 · Premium |
| Steel | Cobalt Alloy | Not listed | ATS-314 |
| Made in | Japan | Japan | Japan |
| Blade type | Convex | Not listed | Convex edge |
| Sizes (in) | 6.0 | Not listed | 6.0 |
| Product links | View product | View product | View product |
Professional Opinion
The V-shaped tooth is the story: it cuts softly enough to be kind to the cuticle, which matters on fragile or heavily lightened hair. Three rates cover gentle blending at 15 to 20 percent right up to 35 to 40 percent for real weight removal.
Maintenance Tips
- Wipe blades after each client
- Oil the pivot as the maker directs
- Use only a sharpener experienced with Hikari edges
- Hikari recommends authorized service only
Frequently Asked Questions
What steel is the Hikari Angel A Thinning Shears made from?
The Hikari Angel A Thinning Shears uses Cobalt Alloy.
What sizes are available for the Hikari Angel A Thinning Shears?
ScissorPedia lists one size: 6.0.
Where is the Hikari Angel A Thinning Shears manufactured?
The Hikari Angel A Thinning Shears is manufactured in Japan.
Where can I buy the Hikari Angel A Thinning Shears?
ScissorPedia lists 1 retailer link. Users must confirm current exact-model availability and terms with each retailer.
About Hikari
Hikari is a Japanese scissor maker founded in 1967, credited with inventing convex blade scissors and limiting production to 1,000 pairs per month.
Retailer links, pricing, and specifications notice
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