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5.0 Inch Scissors

5.0" cutting scissors, thinners and sets for fringes, ears and close detail, in right- and left-handed options.

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A 5.0” pair is for detail: fringes, around the ears and tight graduation. Barbers keep one for ears and necklines beside a long over-comb blade. It covers less hair per close, so pair it with a longer cutter for everyday work.

Our picks in 5.0”

How we chose: Three 5.0” cutters picked on price, edge, handle and hand. We sell them and haven’t run cutting tests. Prices come from each product page.

  • Catalogue photo of the Mina Sakura II Hair Cutting Scissors

    Mina Sakura II Hair Cutting Scissors

    Best for close detail and fringes on a budget

    A$129.95

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    A 5.0” convex-edge cutter with an offset handle.
    Keep in mind: Choose 5.0” Inch in the selector. Sakura II also comes in 5.5” to 7.0”.

  • Catalogue photo of the Ichiko Precision: 4.5"/5.0" Hair Cutting Scissors

    Ichiko Precision: 4.5"/5.0" Hair Cutting Scissors

    Best for fringes, ears and tight graduation

    A$244.95

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    A dedicated compact range: a convex edge and an offset handle.
    Keep in mind: There’s also a 4.5”. Keep a longer cutter for broad sections.

  • Catalogue photo of the Ichiro Matte Black Cutting Scissors

    Ichiro Matte Black Cutting Scissors

    Best for a compact left-handed pair

    A$229.95

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    Comes in Left 5.0”, with a convex edge, an offset handle and a matte black finish.
    Keep in mind: Also in Left 5.5” and 6.0” if you want more reach.

How scissor size is measured

  • Overall length: the inch size
  • Blade length: pivot to tip

The inch size is the whole scissor. Makers differ on whether a finger rest counts.

The blade is the part that cuts. Two pairs with the same inch size can have different blades.

Not sure which size you use now? The size guide shows how to measure the pair you already own.

Common questions

What is a 5.0" scissor good for?

Fringes, ears, necklines and close detail. The short blade keeps the tips close to your fingers, so they're easy to place.

Is a 5.0" enough as my only pair?

It can be if most of your work is short and detailed. Otherwise pair it with a 5.5" or 6.0" for everyday cutting.

Does the inch size include the handle?

Yes. The inch size measures the whole scissor, not just the blade, so two 5.0" pairs can have different blade lengths.