Keiun Alto YS Cutting Scissors
by Keiun
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Availability
In Production
Where to Buy
Approximate retail as of June 2026. Prices vary by retailer and region.
Description
The Keiun Alto YS is the longest-reaching of the Alto cutting line from Yamamura Manufacturing, forged in Stainless Damascus steel over a cobalt alloy core. Offered from 5.5 up to 7.0 inches, the longer blades suit base and finish work as well as everyday cutting.
Where this sits
In Keiun's cutting scissors lineup the Keiun Alto YS Cutting Scissors occupies the mid-range tier, priced between the Keiun Alto YTK Cutting Scissors and the Keiun Alto NY Cutting Scissors. Manufactured in Japan.
For the most current model specifications, handle options, pricing, and availability, see the Keiun brand page on ScissorPedia.
Features
- Stainless Damascus steel over a cobalt alloy core
- Longer blade options up to 7.0 inches
- Strong abrasion resistance
- Wet and dry use
- Hand-forged in Sanjo, Japan
Specifications
How it compares
| Attribute | Keiun Alto YS Cutting Scissors Keiun | Keiun Kokaji Cutting Scissors Keiun | Keiun Alto YTK Cutting Scissors Keiun |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price guide | US$375 | US$440 | US$280 |
| Price tier | Mid-range | Premium | Mid-range |
| Steel | Damascus (Stainless Damascus + Cobalt alloy) | Damascus (Stainless Damascus + Cobalt alloy) | Damascus (Stainless Damascus + Cobalt alloy) |
| Made in | Japan | Japan | Japan |
| Handle | Offset | Offset | Offset |
| Blade type | Convex edge | Convex edge | Convex edge |
| Sizes (in) | 5.5· 6.0· 6.5· 7.0 | 5.5· 5.75· 6.0· 6.25 | 5.0· 5.5· 6.0 |
| View product | View product | View product |
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Professional Opinion
With lengths running to 7.0 inches, the YS is the reach option in the Alto cutting line, handy for base work, finish work, and longer sections. The stainless Damascus over cobalt core handles wet and dry cutting, and strong abrasion resistance suits high-volume days.
Frequently Asked Questions
What steel is the Keiun Alto YS Cutting Scissors made from?
The Keiun Alto YS Cutting Scissors uses Damascus (Stainless Damascus + Cobalt alloy).
What handle does the Keiun Alto YS Cutting Scissors have?
The Keiun Alto YS Cutting Scissors features offset handles, finished in damascus pattern.
What sizes are available for the Keiun Alto YS Cutting Scissors?
ScissorPedia lists 4 size options: 5.5, 6.0, 6.5, 7.0.
Where is the Keiun Alto YS Cutting Scissors manufactured?
The Keiun Alto YS Cutting Scissors is manufactured in Japan.
Where can I buy the Keiun Alto YS Cutting Scissors?
ScissorPedia lists 1 retailer link. Users must confirm current exact-model availability and terms with each retailer.
About Keiun
Keiun is a Japanese Damascus steel scissor brand by Yamamura Manufacturing, a Sanjo City blacksmith since 1948 in Niigata Prefecture.
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