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Proper Japanese and German scissors from brands professionals actually use. We're authorised dealers for every brand we stock - no grey market nonsense here.
60 Years of Japanese Excellence
£299 - £649
Sizes: 4.5" - 7.0"Saitama City Craftsmanship
£199 - £649
Sizes: 4.5" - 7.0"Tokyo Since 1917
£399 - £749
Sizes: 4.5" - 7.0"Modern Japanese Design
£119 - £399
Sizes: 4.5" - 7.0"Brilliant Value Range
£79 - £279
Sizes: 4.5" - 7.0"40% Lighter Design
£319 - £649
Sizes: 5.5" - 7.0"German Engineering
£119 - £799
Sizes: 5.5" - 7.0"Premium Damascus Steel
£479 - £1299
Sizes: 5.5" - 7.5"Razor Blade Specialists
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Full Range AvailableRight, let's cut through the marketing waffle. Here's what each brand actually offers:
| Brand | Origin | Price Range | Best For | Honest Opinion |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mina | Japan | £79-279 | Students, backup pairs | Brilliant starter scissors. Won't break the bank |
| Ichiro | Japan | £119-399 | Style-conscious salons | Rose gold options, Instagram-worthy looks |
| Juntetsu | Seki City | £199-649 | Serious professionals | 67-step process isn't marketing - you can feel it |
| Yasaka | Nara, Japan | £299-649 | Value seekers | Punches way above its weight. Proper bargain |
| Kasho | Japan | £319-649 | All-day cutting | The 40% lighter thing? Not a gimmick. Game-changer |
| Joewell | Tokyo | £399-749 | Precision work | What competition stylists use. Says it all really |
| Jaguar | Germany | £119-799 | Heavy-duty cutting | Tough as nails. Handle drops better than Japanese |
| Kamisori | Japan | £479-1299 | Luxury salons | Functional art. Insurance-worthy investment |
Look, Japanese scissors are sharper. That's not marketing - it's metallurgy. The convex edge they pioneered? Cuts like butter through wet hair.
High maintenance? Yes. Worth it? Absolutely.
German engineering means these scissors can take a beating. Dropped them? They'll probably be fine.
The reliable workhorse of the scissor world.
Honestly? Depends on your situation. Here's the no-nonsense guide:
Both brilliant, different strengths. Yasaka uses ATS314 cobalt steel - usually found in £800+ scissors. Incredible value. Joewell? Over 100 years perfecting balance. Competition stylists swear by them. Can't go wrong with either, but Yasaka gives you more bang for your buck.
Yes. Look, they're not Kamisori, but they're proper professional scissors. Japanese steel, convex edge, the works. Perfect for students or as backup pairs. We've sold thousands - stylists love them for the price. Much better than anything from Sally's.
Hand-forged Damascus steel with unique patterns on every pair. It's like owning a piece of functional art. Each pair takes weeks to make. Are they 3x better than Yasaka? No. But if you appreciate craftsmanship and want something special, they're worth it. Payment plans available if you're tempted.
Most do, but availability varies. Mina and Ichiro have affordable lefty options. Yasaka, Juntetsu, and Joewell offer true left-handed models (reversed blades, not just handles). Jaguar has a brilliant left-handed range. Always check when ordering - proper left-handed scissors cost a bit more due to specialized manufacturing.
Still not sure? Drop us a message. We've helped thousands of UK stylists find their ideal scissors.