The Scissor Shop Kura Tora
by The Scissor Shop · Thinning Scissors
What it is
The Kura Tora Thinning is a 6 inch thinning scissor from The Scissor Shop, the blending partner to the Kura Tora cutter, with an offset handle.
Price position
$61 guide price · tier 1 of 5
Available Sizes
Where to Buy
USD 61 at thescissorshop.com (2026-06-13)
Where this sits
In The Scissor Shop's thinning scissors lineup the The Scissor Shop Kura Tora occupies the budget tier, priced between the The Scissor Shop Mabushii and the The Scissor Shop Kin.
The Kura Tora Thinning is a 6” thinning scissor from The Scissor Shop, an Australian brand founded in 2019 and based on the Sunshine Coast, QLD.
For current pricing and availability, see the The Scissor Shop brand page.
Features
- Thinning blade
- Offset handle
- Blending and texturising
Specifications
How it compares
| Attribute | The Scissor Shop Kura Tora The Scissor Shop | Titan Y16 Japanese Style Offset Hair Thinning Scissors TITAN | Atali KZT-30 Thinning Shear Atali |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price guide | US$61 | US$57 | US$75 |
| Price tier | Budget | Budget | Budget |
| Handle | Offset | Not listed | Offset |
| Blade type | Convex | Not listed | Not listed |
| Sizes (in) | 6" | 6.0 | 5.5 |
| Product links | View product | View product | View product |
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Professional Opinion
The blending partner to the Kura Tora cutting scissor, this 6 inch thinner is listed for texture and blending work. The offset handle keeps the hand position relaxed during repetitive texturising, and 6 inches gives good reach through larger sections of hair.
Maintenance Tips
- Wipe blades clean after each client
- Oil the pivot point regularly
- Professional sharpening when edge dulls
- Store in a protective case
Frequently Asked Questions
What handle does the The Scissor Shop Kura Tora have?
The The Scissor Shop Kura Tora features offset handles.
What sizes are available for the The Scissor Shop Kura Tora?
ScissorPedia lists one size: 6".
Where can I buy the The Scissor Shop Kura Tora?
ScissorPedia lists 1 retailer link. Users must confirm current exact-model availability and terms with each retailer.
About The Scissor Shop
The Scissor Shop is an Australian brand from the Sunshine Coast, QLD, offering hand-balanced scissors in Asian and German stainless steel.
Retailer links, pricing, and specifications notice
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