Ichiro
Ichiro Relax Apprentice Scissor Set
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Why this pair
- A premium travel case is supplied with the Relax set
- Both polished tools carry convex edges
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- An offset handle belongs to each Relax tool
Key specifications
- SteelJapanese stainless alloy
- Hardness56–58 HRC
- HandleOffset
- Length5.5" Cutting & 6.0" Thinning–6.0" Cutting & 6.0" Thinning
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What's included 7 listed items
In the box
- Scissor set
- Tension key
- Maintenance cloth
- Care guide
- Reusable premium cushioned scissor box
Also with your order
- Premium travel case
- Maintenance kit (tension key, Japanese tsubaki shear oil, silicone finger inserts, cleaning brush)
Product facts
Product: Ichiro Relax Apprentice Scissor Set
Brand: Ichiro
Category: Cutting and thinning scissor set
Includes: cutting scissors and thinning scissors
Sizes: 5.5", 6.0"
Steel: Japanese stainless alloy
Edge: Convex
Handle: Offset
Hardness: 56–58 HRC
Brand: Ichiro
Category: Cutting and thinning scissor set
Includes: cutting scissors and thinning scissors
Sizes: 5.5", 6.0"
Steel: Japanese stainless alloy
Edge: Convex
Handle: Offset
Hardness: 56–58 HRC
Choose your scissor size
Scissor size and blade length are different measurements. Sizes shown are the maker’s stated sizes; measurement conventions can vary by model.
- 1. Start with a pair you use comfortably. Compare its stated size and finger-ring fit.
- 2. Use the guide below to compare sizes and the work you do most.
- 3. Check the available product options before ordering; set components can have different sizes.
5.0–5.5″
Precision & detail
Palm under 7 cm · compare with shorter blade-length options.
5.5–6.0″
All-round salon
Palm 7–8 cm · compare with mid-length options.★ Guide suggestion
6.0–6.5″
Barbering & over-comb
Palm 8–9 cm · compare with longer blade-length options.
6.5–7.0″
Grooming & blending
Palm over 9 cm · compare with the longest available options.
Unsure which size to choose? Ask our team about size and fit. This guide offers general advice; available sizes are shown in the product options.
Ichiro Relax Apprentice Scissor Set offers a 5.5" cutting option alongside its thinner, with polished finishes, convex edges and offset handles. A reusable cushioned scissor box, travel case, tension key and maintenance kit accompany the pair.
The Ichiro Relax Apprentice Scissor Set pairs a 5.5" or 6.0" cutter with a fixed 6.0" thinner. Both tools have polished finishes, convex edges and offset handles. Supplied items are a reusable premium cushioned scissor box, tension key, maintenance cloth and care guide, plus a premium travel case and maintenance kit with Japanese tsubaki shear oil.
- A premium travel case is supplied with the Relax set
- Both polished tools carry convex edges
- An offset handle belongs to each Relax tool
- The thinner has no size outside 6.0"
- Relax's upper cutter boundary is 6.0"
Specifications
Product-specific details shown when available.
Product & fit
- Product type
- Set
- Handle type
- Offset
- Length
- 5.5" Cutting & 6.0" Thinning / 6.0" Cutting & 6.0" Thinning
Steel & finish
- Steel
- Japanese stainless alloy
- Hardness
- 56–58 HRC
- Blade surface
- Polished
Cutting & control
- Cutting function
- Cutting, Thinning
Specifications by component
Thinning scissor 1
- Nominal size
- 6″
- Edge grind
- Convex
How to use
Sharpening & Care
Built around your grip
The handle decides how your wrist, elbow and shoulder feel at 6pm.
Classic (opposing)Rings in line — the traditional grip; elbow rides high. Suits barbers trained on it.
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OffsetThumb ring forward, elbow drops — the modern professional default for all-day comfort.
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CraneDeep drop and low elbow position — for professionals who prefer a lower working posture.
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Swivel thumbRotating thumb ring allows more thumb movement across different working positions.
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How this pair cuts
Edge geometry decides technique — and maintenance.
Convex 蛤刃 hamaguri-ba
Razor edge for slide and wet cutting, designed for a quiet, low-resistance cut.
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Semi-convex
Sharp yet forgiving — the versatile all-rounder, easier to maintain than full convex.
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Bevelled 段刃 dan-ba
Durable workhorse edge with audible feedback — suits blunt cutting and training.
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Sword blade 剣刃 ken-ba
Ridged spine adds power through thick, dry sections and scissor-over-comb work.
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What blade length should I choose?
Use the size-guide steps on eligible scissor pages, then compare the blade-length options and availability shown above.
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