Kikui Cobalt Thinning (Offset) Scissors
by Kikui · Thinning Scissors
What it is
Kikui's 5.8-inch cobalt-alloy thinner with a kobu-style offset handle; maker-listed Co530-OS and Co537-OS options.
Available sizes
Where to buy
Approximate retail as of June 2026. Prices vary by retailer and region.
Where this sits
In Kikui's thinning scissors lineup the Kikui Cobalt Thinning (Offset) Scissors occupies the premium band, priced above the Kikui Forged Stainless Thinning (Level-set) Scissors. It uses Cobalt Alloy. Manufactured in Japan.
For the most current model specifications, handle options, pricing, and availability, see the Kikui brand page on ScissorPedia.
Model and material evidence
Kikui lists Co530-OS with 30 teeth and Co537-OS with 37 teeth, labeled 20–25% and 30–35%. These are maker-listed options, not measured per-pass guarantees. The exact listing describes a shortened-thumb kobu-style offset handle. Exact maker listing.
Features
- Cobalt-base alloy (maker reports approx. 70% cobalt)
- Kobu-style offset handle with shortened thumb
- Two thinning rates: 20-25% and 30-35%
- Corrosion resistance is a maker claim
- Edge-retention claims are maker descriptions
Specifications
This page lists 3 of 4 core specifications. Confirm the exact variant with the seller. Suggest a correction.
How it compares
| Attribute | Kikui Cobalt Thinning (Offset) Scissors Kikui | Yamato FB Series Thinning Scissors Yamato | Michiko Lefty Ico Left-Handed Thinning Scissors Michiko |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price band | US$707Price band US$400–800 · Premium | Not documented | US$704Price band US$400–800 · Premium |
| Steel | Cobalt Alloy | Cobalt alloy steel | ATS-314 |
| Made in | Japan | Japan | Japan |
| Handle | Offset | Offset | Offset |
| Sizes (in) | 5.8 | Not listed | 6.0 |
| Product links | View product | View product | View product |
Professional Opinion
Compare the shortened-thumb offset geometry in your own grip. The 30-tooth and 37-tooth choices are maker-listed options; their nominal rates do not guarantee how much each pass removes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What steel is the Kikui Cobalt Thinning (Offset) Scissors made from?
The maker lists Cobalt Alloy for the Kikui Cobalt Thinning (Offset) Scissors.
What handle does the Kikui Cobalt Thinning (Offset) Scissors have?
The Kikui Cobalt Thinning (Offset) Scissors features offset handles.
What sizes are available for the Kikui Cobalt Thinning (Offset) Scissors?
ScissorPedia lists one size: 5.8.
Where is the Kikui Cobalt Thinning (Offset) Scissors manufactured?
The Kikui Cobalt Thinning (Offset) Scissors is manufactured in Japan.
Where can I buy the Kikui Cobalt Thinning (Offset) Scissors?
ScissorPedia lists 1 retailer link. Users must confirm current exact-model availability and terms with each retailer.
Sources
- 🇯🇵 Kikui: cobalt thinning offset exact model listing (manufacturer specification)
About Kikui
Kikui scissors from Wakayama: cobalt-base and stainless models, catalog sizes, finish options, ordering history and factory service.
Retailer links, pricing, and specifications notice
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