Hikari Cosmos Beam Cutting Shears
by Hikari
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Availability
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Description
The Beam is the flagship of the Cosmos line. Available as Model 161 and 162 variants. Represents Hikari's second-highest tier below the Dragon series.
Where this sits
In Hikari's cutting scissors lineup the Hikari Cosmos Beam Cutting Shears occupies the luxury tier, priced between the Hikari Sliik Cosmos S-DRY Slide-Cut Shears and the Hikari Roi Cosmos Cutting Shears. Manufactured in Japan.
For the most current model specifications, handle options, pricing, and availability, see the Hikari brand page on ScissorPedia.
Features
- Molybdenum Alloy steel
- Offset handle
- Hardness 62-64 HRC
- Hikari Precision Convex Edge (pioneer of convex blade technology)
- Made in Japan (limited production, approx. 1,000 pairs/month total)
Specifications
How it compares
| Attribute | Hikari Cosmos Beam Cutting Shears Hikari | Hikari Moda Z Model Z58 Shears Hikari | Hikari SEV Cosmos Offset Cutting Shears Hikari |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price guide | US$1,095 | US$950 | US$886 |
| Price tier | Luxury | Luxury | Luxury |
| Steel | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| Made in | Japan | Japan | Japan |
| Handle | Offset | Offset | Offset |
| Blade type | Convex | Convex | Convex |
| Sizes (in) | 5.5 · 6.0 | 5.75 | 5.5 · 6.0 · 6.5 · 7.0 |
| View product | View product | View product |
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Maintenance Tips
- Wipe blades after each client
- Oil pivot daily
- Use only a sharpener experienced with Hikari convex edges
- Hikari recommends authorized service only
Where to Buy
Approximate retail as of April 2026. Prices vary by retailer and region. Visit retailer links for current pricing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does the Hikari Cosmos Beam sit in the lineup?
The Cosmos Beam is Hikari's second-highest product line, sitting between the standard Cosmos models and the Dragon flagship. It uses premium molybdenum alloy with the most refined Hikari convex edge below the Dragon series.
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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