Samurai scissors

Katana cutting

Ever wonder about just what it means when the scissors you buy are described... made in the same way as Samurai swords?

The process used for our hand made ranges is very much like the methods used in the video clip below. The repeated folding of the metal enhances the strength of the blade thereby meaning a harder more durable cutting edge.

Watch this clip and see just the expertise and efforts that go into our more exclusive ranges.

After watching go look at our Akkohs, Asahi, Kasho ranges YOI

New Scissor ranges

We keep adding scissors that we are happy to sell knowing they meet our high demand quality standards.

This last week we added in cool Pinks .. they have a powdered finish. Very durable. Not only that they have cute little gems on them for the dedicated pink lovers out there.

Pink hairdressing scissors are something that have become a bit of a fashion fad recently with big companies like Joewell etc adding pink scissors into their ranges as a kowtow to the pink lovin' hairdressers out there.

So we decided after many request to add in a real pink looking set of scissors:)

I find it funny because just last week one of our overseas customers bought two sets of rainbow scissors for her "staff" .. no problem. A few days later she contacted me to say she needed to buy another two sets because the guys she employed said these rainbow coloured scissors were too "girly" for them :) Now just imagine if she had bought them a set of "pinks" maybe there would have been a full scale walkout!

Thing is ... hairdressing is not a butch guys domain. Most guy hairdressers ( not gay) I know are not the media stereotypical . They are practical professionals who like booze, women, song and not necessarily in that order.

That said however its not exactly a "get dirty" job. And seeing as it is a fashion industry, most have more than a touch of vanity built in. So would they buy and use a pink pair of scissors. Mmmm , probably not. We see these as the pink loving young girls choice. Maybe we should do a poll... Watcha think?

I saw a range of scissor jewellery recently .. add ons like scorpions that wrapped round the scissor handles .. snakes and skulls. What do you think? Should we get them in?

Hey, come to mention that the Asahi scissors range have a see here: Kimura that has a skull on the scissor. Definitely got a look going on there. Harley D bike required too.

We are going to be in Blackpool in March at the NHF national champoinship weekend (14th /15th March) might see you there.

Why do hairdressing scissors cost so much?

When I tell customers how much my scissors cost they invariably say "why do they cost so much?" I used to shrug and say because you get what you pay for, and that ' I always use the best scissors so my job is easier'. Apart from that - being a lazy sod, if I save a bit of thumb and finger muscle straining, I go for it!

Now I know a bit more mainly because I supply hairdressers with the very tools I used to choose by recommendation from peers, or trying other stylists scissors or trawling through catalogues. I remember in my day and that ain't too long ago, you had an 'A' set .. a scissor and then possibly a thinner.Now hairdressers have on average 4 to 5 pairs of scissors excluding thinning scissors. Add in razors and various clips and combs no wonder waist/ shoulder pouches are fast becoming a hairdressing salon essential kit rather than a bit if fashion. Check out our Yoi Pouches

Nowadays the internet offers stylists a choice previously unseen combined with the knowledge that if they choose a scissor and its not for them under the Goverments distance selling rules they have 7 days to send it back. Now - 7 days is fine but me - like I said, a bit relaxed in my getting things done. ( Ok Lazzzzzzy)

So thank goodness for my business partner.... he is the driving force behind all orders and delivery. Me, I do the 'net' and product research. He does the customer service and he is the BiZ at it. Knows 'his stuff like'.. so test his skills if you are looking for scissor advice, give him a call and ask Colin .. 07792419101.

Ask Colin ... hmmm could be a radio phone in, or a silly singing bank geezer. but nope just a scissor and hairdressing supplies guru:)

(Q) Oh yeah... why do scissors cost so much. ( A) Cos they bounce higher than cheapies

Looking after your hairdressing scissors

by yoiscissors support

Things to do to ensure a perfect cutting blade.

Don’t drop them. (easier said than done!)

If you drop your scissors on a hard surface chances are you will have a small or even a big nick in the blade of your pride and joy.

If you have dropped your scissors: -Try slowly opening then closing your scissors you should feel a smooth effortless closing of the blade with no resistance. If you feel a small catch in the blade you have damaged your scissors cutting edge. You may still be able to still use them if it is not a large nick, however some hairs will slide into the nick and not be cut. The only possible fix is having them sharpened see here . It is not always possible to remove this nick without taking an adequate amount of blade metal away. If it is a severe dent then your scissors could be permanently damaged and not repairable!

There should be no blade wobble or twist either. Open your scissors with thumb pulling and fingers pushing gently. If your scissors have lateral movement then try adjusting the tension screw. These come in various shapes and sizes.

Flush Japanese Screw (use a special key )

Raised tension screw (finger tension)

Flush screw (adjustable with correct size blade screwdriver)

Keep your scissors clean – Never leave your scissors with wet hair or moisture on them Remove all traces of any styling products, chemicals, tint after use. Wipe clean with a towel. ). Unscrew the tension screw once a week and wipe away any hair cuttings. Lubricate by using a light grade oil . Smear some of this oil on the blade (a small amount).

Finally never use your scissors for cutting anything but hair. In other words don't leave them lying around where boyfriends, girlfriends, family etc can pick them up and cut out pictures from the local newspaper or worse cardboard or.. even worse cable (as did one poor stylist found out to her cost) .

Look after your scissors and you will have lots of years of happy use .

For any advise contact us email