Hikari B-Dry Lefty Slide-Cut Shears
by Hikari
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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.
Description
The left-handed version of Hikari's B-Dry slide-cutting shear, a bamboo-leaf convex blade in molybdenum alloy built for creating texture. Offered as the L163 at 5.6 inch and the L164 at 6.1 inch.
Where this sits
In Hikari's left-handed scissors lineup the Hikari B-Dry Lefty Slide-Cut Shears occupies the luxury tier, priced between the Hikari Nina Lefty Thinning Shears and the Hikari C-EVO Lefty Thinning Shears. Manufactured in Japan.
B-Dry Lefty is the left-handed build of Hikari’s B-Dry slide-cutting shear, with a bamboo-leaf convex blade in molybdenum alloy made for creating texture. It comes in two sizes: the L163 at 5.6 inch and the L164 at 6.1 inch.
For the most current model specifications, handle options, pricing, and availability, see the Hikari brand page on ScissorPedia.
Features
- Left-handed construction
- Molybdenum alloy steel
- Bamboo-leaf convex blade for slide cutting
- Two sizes (L163 at 5.6 inch, L164 at 6.1 inch)
Specifications
How it compares
| Attribute | Hikari B-Dry Lefty Slide-Cut Shears Hikari | Hikari Koryu Lefty Cutting Shears Hikari | Hikari Left-Handed Thinning Shears Hikari |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price guide | US$964 | US$657 | US$629 |
| Price tier | Luxury | Premium | Premium |
| Made in | Japan | Japan | Japan |
| Blade type | Convex | Convex | Convex |
| Sizes (in) | 5.6· 6.1 | 5.5· 6.0 | 5.75· 6.0 |
| View product | View product | View product |
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Professional Opinion
Slide cutting asks a lot of the wrist, and left-handed stylists get a dedicated tool for it here. The bamboo-leaf convex blade creates texture on the close, in molybdenum alloy, at 5.6 or 6.1 inches, with the same slide-cut behaviour as the right-handed B-Dry.
Maintenance Tips
- Wipe blades after each client
- Oil pivot daily
- Use only a sharpener experienced with Hikari convex edges
- Hikari recommends authorized service only
Frequently Asked Questions
What steel is the Hikari B-Dry Lefty Slide-Cut Shears made from?
The Hikari B-Dry Lefty Slide-Cut Shears uses Molybdenum Alloy.
What sizes are available for the Hikari B-Dry Lefty Slide-Cut Shears?
ScissorPedia lists 2 size options: 5.6, 6.1.
Where is the Hikari B-Dry Lefty Slide-Cut Shears manufactured?
The Hikari B-Dry Lefty Slide-Cut Shears is manufactured in Japan.
Where can I buy the Hikari B-Dry Lefty Slide-Cut 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.
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