Hikari Dragon 171 Scissors
by Hikari
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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
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
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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