Hikari Dragon 171 Scissors

by Hikari

Hikari Dragon 171 Scissors

Price Level

Collector

Available Sizes

5.5"

Availability

In Production

Description

The Dragon 171 is part of Hikari's ultimate flagship line. It uses proprietary metals with unique weight distribution. This is the pinnacle of Hikari's 50+ years of scissor engineering since inventing the convex blade.

Features

  • Proprietary Alloy steel
  • Classic/Symmetric handle
  • Hardness 64+ HRC
  • Hikari Precision Convex Edge (pioneer of convex blade technology)
  • Made in Japan (limited production, approx. 1,000 pairs/month total)

Specifications

Steel
Proprietary Alloy
Hardness
64+ HRC
Handle position
Classic/Symmetric
Blade type
Convex
Country of manufacture
Japan

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.

About Hikari

Origin: Japan Est: 1967

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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