Masuta The Lover
by Masuta · Thinning Scissors
What it is
The Lover is Masuta's 28-tooth thinning scissor. The curved-tooth blade delivers a 25–30% thinning rate for soft blending with minimal visible lines. Japanese steel, offset handle, convex edge, 6.0". A left-hand build is available.
Price position
$305 guide price · tier 3 of 5
Available Sizes
Where to Buy
Based on AUD $467 at obuscissors.com as of June 2026. Converted at 1 USD = 1.54 AUD.
Where this sits
Manufactured in Australia.
The Lover is the thinning scissor in the Masuta range. Its 28 curved teeth and a 25–30% thinning rate place it in the soft-blend category — enough tooth count to remove bulk progressively without the hard blending lines that a lower-count thinner can leave.
Construction
OBU builds The Lover from Masuta Japanese steel with an offset handle and a convex edge on the solid blade. The 28 curved teeth are ground across the serrated blade; the curve on each tooth draws hair into the cut more evenly than a straight-tooth design, which contributes to a cleaner blending result at the 25–30% removal rate.
Thinning rate in practice
A 25–30% thinning rate removes roughly a quarter of the hair in each closed section. This is well-suited to volume reduction and general texturising across most hair types. For very fine hair where even that removal rate risks over-thinning, fewer passes achieve the result; for very dense or coarse hair, additional passes can be used without hard lines appearing.
Variants
A left-hand build of The Lover is available from OBU as a separate SKU.
Availability
Current pricing and stock are at obuscissors.com. See the Masuta brand page for the full range.
Features
- Japanese steel
- 28 curved teeth
- 25–30% thinning rate
- Offset handle
- Convex edge
Specifications
How it compares
| Attribute | Masuta The Lover Masuta | Hien GH21 Thinning Scissors Hien | HASAMI Doly HASAMI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price guide | US$305 | US$300 | US$310 |
| Price tier | Mid-range | Mid-range | Mid-range |
| Made in | Australia | Japan | Not listed |
| Handle | Offset | Offset | Offset |
| Blade type | Convex | Thinning | Convex |
| Sizes (in) | 6.0" | 6.0 | 6.2· 6.5· 6.8 |
| Product links | View product | View product | View product |
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Professional Opinion
Twenty-eight curved teeth at a 25-30% removal rate take roughly a quarter of each closed section, progressive, soft blending without hard lines. A 6.0-inch thinner for volume reduction and texturising, with a left-hand build offered.
Maintenance Tips
- Wipe blades after each client
- Oil the pivot point regularly
- Professional sharpening when edge dulls
- Store in protective case
Frequently Asked Questions
What steel is the Masuta The Lover made from?
The Masuta The Lover uses Japanese steel (Masuta published wording — no specific grade).
What handle does the Masuta The Lover have?
The Masuta The Lover features offset handles.
What sizes are available for the Masuta The Lover?
ScissorPedia lists one size: 6.0".
Where is the Masuta The Lover manufactured?
The Masuta The Lover is manufactured in Australia.
Where can I buy the Masuta The Lover?
ScissorPedia lists 1 retailer link. Users must confirm current exact-model availability and terms with each retailer.
About Masuta
Masuta is an Australian professional shear brand from the OBU collection, offering shears for salon professionals.
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