Price facts
- Last seen at $168.79 at Japan Scissors USA on Nov 10.
Our take on the Mina Umi Hair Cutting & Texturizing Shear Set
The Mina Umi Hair Cutting & Texturizing Shear Set pairs cutting shears with texturizing shears in premium SUS440C stainless steel hardened to 58–60 HRC. The offset handle is designed for both left- and right-handed users, and the true cutting edge comes in lengths from 4.5 to 7.0 inches. It suits stylists and home cutters who want a matched cutting-and-thinning pair rather than a single shear. Against typical salon sets, the left/right-handed offset handle and the hardness rating are the main draws; the trade-off is that a set costs more than one basic shear and needs proper care to hold its edge.
- SUS440C stainless steel hardened to 58–60 HRC for edge retention
- Offset handle works for left- and right-handed users
- Cutting and texturizing shears in one set
- True cutting edge in six lengths from 4.5 to 7.0 inches
- Strong 4.6 out of 5 average from 154 ratings
- A set costs more than a single basic shear
- Hard steel needs regular oiling and careful storage
- Texturizing shear removes bulk, so it is not for every cut
- Length choice matters; the wrong size suits neither hand nor hair well
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$168.79Checked Nov 10
What reviewers say
- 4.6 / 5154 ratings
Rated 4.6 out of 5 across 154 ratings, the set is well received overall. Buyers tend to value the sharp edge and the left/right-handed offset handle.
- SharpnessPraisedBuyers say the blades cut cleanly and hold an edge well.
- HandlePraisedThe offset handle is called comfortable and usable in either hand.
- ValueMixedSome see the matched pair as good value; others find a set costs more than they need.
- MaintenanceCriticisedOwners note the hard steel needs regular oiling and careful storage.
- TexturizingMixedThe thinning shear works well but can remove more bulk than some expected.
About the Mina Umi Hair Cutting & Texturizing Shear Set
The Mina Umi Hair Cutting & Texturizing Shear Set pairs a cutting shear with a thinning shear. Both are made from SUS440C stainless steel with a mirror polish finish. The cutting shear has a slice cutting edge. The thinning shear has 30 V-shaped teeth and removes 20-30% of the hair for texture work.
The offset handles suit both left-handed and right-handed users. The comfort grip handles extend beyond the blade. Blade length is the true cutting edge, so a 5.5" shear has exactly 5.5" of cutting edge. A tension adjuster lets you set the feel of the shear.
- Includes
- Cutting shear and thinning shear
- Steel
- SUS440C stainless steel
- Hardness
- 58-60HRC
- Blade length
- 4.5", 5.0", 5.5", 6.0", 6.5" or 7.0" true cutting edge
- Cutting edge
- Slice edge
- Thinning teeth
- 30 V-shaped teeth, 20-30% hair removal
- Handle
- Offset, for left and right hands
- Finish
- Mirror polish
- Weight
- 42 g per piece
- Adjustment
- Tension adjuster
- In the box
- Maintenance kit: tension key, cleaning cloth, 4 silicone finger inserts, oil pen brush and small cleaning brush
Questions and answers
- Is this set suitable for left-handed cutters?
- Yes. The offset handle is designed for both left- and right-handed users, so lefties do not need a separate model.
- What is the difference between the cutting and texturizing shears?
- The cutting shear trims length with a true cutting edge. The texturizing shear has teeth that remove bulk and soften lines.
- What steel are the blades made of?
- Both shears use premium SUS440C stainless steel hardened to 58–60 HRC, which helps the edge last.
- Which blade length should I pick?
- Shorter 4.5–5.5 inch edges suit detail work and smaller hands; 6.0–7.0 inch edges suit slicing and bulk cutting.
- How should I care for the shears?
- Oil the pivot regularly, wipe blades after use, and store them closed and dry to protect the edge.
- Is the set worth it over a single shear?
- If you both cut and thin hair, the matched pair saves buying two tools and keeps the handles consistent.
- Where is the Mina Umi Hair Cutting & Texturizing Shear Set cheapest?
- At Japan Scissors USA, for $168.79, as of our latest check.
- What do buyers say about the Mina Umi Hair Cutting & Texturizing Shear Set?
- Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 154 ratings.