Yasaka Dry W Hennessy Hairdressing Shears
by Yasaka · Cutting Scissors
What it is
Hennessy collaboration dry-cutting shears from Yasaka's premium range. These ATS-314 cobalt steel shears are crafted in Nara with a blade profile refined for professional dry cutting technique at the highest level.
Available sizes
Where to buy
Approximate retail as of April 2026. Prices vary by retailer and region. Visit retailer links for current pricing.
Where this sits
In Yasaka's cutting scissors lineup the Yasaka Dry W Hennessy Hairdressing Shears occupies the premium band, priced between the Yasaka YA Hair Cutting Shears and the Yasaka SL Hair Cutting Scissors. It uses ATS-314. Manufactured in Japan.
For the most current model specifications, handle options, pricing, and availability, see the Yasaka brand page on ScissorPedia.
Features
- ATS-314 cobalt steel
- Hennessy collaboration design
- Blade profile refined for dry cutting
- Offset handle
Specifications
This page lists 4 of 4 core specifications. Confirm the exact variant with the seller. Suggest a correction.
How it compares
| Attribute | Yasaka Dry W Hennessy Hairdressing Shears Yasaka | Nikko Cobalt YM Nikko | alpha BM Basic Cutting Scissors alpha |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price band | US$513Price band US$400–800 · Premium | US$513Price band US$400–800 · Premium | US$514Price band US$400–800 · Premium |
| Steel | ATS-314 | ATS-314 | SG2 |
| Made in | Japan | UK | Japan |
| Handle | Offset | Not listed | Offset |
| Blade type | Convex | Not listed | Convex |
| Sizes (in) | 5.5· 6.0 | 5.5· 6.0 | Not listed |
| Product links | View product | View product | View product |
Professional Opinion
For the dry-cutting specialist who has already committed to the technique, this collaboration edition sits in Yasaka's premium range with a blade profile refined for high-level dry work. Offset handle, ATS-314 steel, your pick of 5.5 or 6.0 inch. Reach for it when dry cutting is your signature service.
Maintenance Tips
- Wipe blades after each client
- Oil the pivot as the maker directs
- Use a sharpener experienced with Japanese convex edges
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Hennessy collaboration on the Yasaka Dry W?
The Dry W Hennessy is a collaboration-edition shear with a blade profile refined in partnership with the Hennessy dry cutting approach. It builds on the standard Yasaka Dry Cut with premium-level adjustments to the blade geometry.
How does the Dry W Hennessy compare to the standard Yasaka Dry Cut?
The Dry W Hennessy is positioned above the standard Dry Cut with a higher price point and refined blade geometry from the collaboration. Both use ATS-314 steel and target dry cutting specialists.
About Yasaka
Yasaka is a Japanese scissor maker founded in 1965 in Nara, using vacuum and sub-zero hardened 440C, ATS-314 and VG-10 steels, with wide global dis…
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