Sakura Swivel Hair Cutting Shears/Scissors

Repetitive strain is the stylist's occupational hazard, and the thumb takes the worst of it. The Saki Sakura answers with a single swivel thumb that rotates a full 360 degrees: as you cut horizontally, the thumb ring turns with your hand instead of against it, letting the elbow and shoulder drop into a lower, low-stress position. It's ergonomics you feel by the end of the first day.

The shear itself is handmade from Japanese 440C stainless steel with a Japanese-style convex blade hardened to 60-61 HRC — the geometry and hardness behind a smooth, clean close every time. It excels at slide cutting and handles wet or dry work with equal composure. A hair razor and leather carrying case are included, rounding out a kit that's ready for the floor.

Specifications

• Steel: Japanese 440C stainless
• Blade: Japanese-style convex, hardness 60-61 HRC
• Thumb: Single swivel with 360° rotation, offset handle
• Construction: Handmade, two-piece welded
• Size: 5.5 inch
• Includes: Hair razor and leather carrying case
• Warranty: Backed by a lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects

Who it suits

Stylists fighting thumb and wrist fatigue, and anyone who does a lot of horizontal or slide cutting.

The blade should roughly match your middle finger; the whole shear, your palm. 6.0" is the all-round choice; 6.5"–7.0" for scissor-over-comb and barbering. Shear Size Guide — find your length in 30 seconds.

Free shipping on every order. Free returns — if it doesn’t feel right in your hand, send it back at no charge. Start your return in under a minute from the Start a Return page linked in the menu at the top of every page.

Backed by a lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects — if we find a defect in materials or workmanship, we repair or replace it. Routine sharpening, oiling, and tension adjustment are part of normal professional care and keep your edge in top shape.