HAIRDRESSING SCISSORS

As a stylist, your hairdressing scissors are your most precious investment (apart from yourself, of course) and we understand how difficult it can be to find a company you can trust to sharpen them correctly and with care.  

​Here are some of our most FAQ's (p.s. be sure to check out our Loyalty Scheme at the bottom of the page or download the app here and save it to your wallet):

How much does it cost?

The price for sharpening is the same whether the scissors are straight blades, thinners, chunkers or lefties
Scissor sharpening
Bevel edge scissor (i.e. German-style barbering scissor)
£15.00
Convex edge or hollow ground scissor (i.e. Japanese-style)
£20.00
Scissor accessories
Bumper – plastic (remove & replace)
£3.00
Bumper – screw-in type
​£4.00
Pivot screw
£1.50
Tension plate
£1.50
Finger tang (rest)
£2.00
Finger insert (each)
£0.50
Washer
£0.50
Hair clipper blade
Hair clipper blade
£6.50

What sharpening equipment do you use? 

We sharpen FREEHAND using the Hamaguri flat hone and Japanese whetstones, as well as a diamond wheel and polishing wheel where required (amongst other tools). Only very minimal metal is removed to preserve the geometry of the scissor and create a super-sharp, edge that lasts. 

How can I get my scissors sharpened? 

You have the following options: 
  • book us to sharpen in your salon so your scissors never have to leave your sight (most popular) 
  • take advantage of our 'while-u-wait' service, by appointment, at our premises in Rochford.  This takes on average 20 minutes (popular with mobile stylists) 
  • or leave your scissors with us for a 24 hour turnaround and collect them the next day, so you wouldn't be without them for too long. 

How often should they be sharpened? 

We recommend having your scissor sharpened every 6-8 months if you use them regularly, perhaps sooner if you cut un-washed hair as the blades will blunt more quickly, possibly 3-4 months.  If you are not sure whether they require sharpening, try this test:   

  1. Take a piece of single ply tissue paper, lay it down over an edge so it hangs freely  
  2. Lightly spray it with water to dampen it 
  3. Take your scissors and without using any sideways pressure, make a single cut in the tissue from the bottom edge upwards through the entire length of your scissor 
  4. This cut will tell you how good the edges of your scissors are and will highlight dull areas and imperfections.  Looking at the cut, was it patchy in places, did it fold or chew the tissue or didn't it cut at all? 
  5. Any result other than a perfectly neat, straight cut without catching, means your scissors require some attention.   
  6. Call us to make an appointment on 07900 906544. 

Join our Loyalty Scheme - earn a FREE sharpen worth £20!

Grab your mobile phone and get your Loyalty Card on!  Collect the 'stamps' on your phone each time you visit us and receive money-off future sharpens and notification of special offers.  ​Every time we sharpen for you in future, present your card and we'll stamp you, not literally (obviously).  Earn 8 stamps and your next sharpen is on us!

​Click here to get your Stamp Card or scan the QR code:

Note: *If you don't already have a phone wallet, the 'Passes' app will automatically open up for you. Click 'Install' when requested, then 'Open' to view your card. ​