Juntetsu Salon Scissors | Quiet achievers with serious edge
Why Juntetsu deserves a spot in your roll
If you want real Japanese sharpness but cannot justify the $900+ price tags, Juntetsu is the sweet spot. Slim VG10 blades, ball-bearing pivots, and comfy offset handles deliver the glide you need for dry work, point cutting, and fast salon days—without the luxury markup.
Key specs (Sep 2025)
- Steel: Hitachi VG10 or 440C (≈60 HRC) across cutters and thinners
- Edge profile: Hand-finished convex with polished inner face
- Handles: Offset, crane, and swivel (Night Series) with removable finger rests
- Price range: $320–$640 AUD cutters, $220–$360 AUD thinners/chunkers (check the JapanShears price tracker)
- Warranty: Lifetime cover provided you use certified Juntetsu sharpeners and log services in ScissorPedia
- Sharpening cadence: Every 8–10 months for heavy users; stretch to 12 months if you stay mostly in wet work
Model cheat sheet
| Model | Why stylists love it | Perfect for |
|---|---|---|
| Juntetsu Offset (5.5” & 6”) | Lightweight, balanced, silky pivot | Everyday wet/dry salon work, blunt lines, point cutting |
| Juntetsu VG10 Powder Steel (6” & 6.5”) | Slightly wider blade with extra punch | Thick, coarse hair and scissor-over-comb |
| Night Series Swivel (5.75”) | Rotating thumb eases wrist strain | Freehand detailing, balayage, stylists managing RSI |
| Juntetsu Rose Gold / Matte Black | PVD coatings with the same VG10 bite | Stylists wanting flair while keeping ergonomics on point |
| 30-Tooth Thinner / 14-Tooth Chunker | Polished teeth, no tramlines | Blending fringes, removing interior bulk, refining fades |
| Carbon Fibre Limited (2025) | Carbon fibre handle married to VG10 blade | Stylists chasing featherweight control—see JapanShears bulletin |
Who Juntetsu suits best
- Scaling stylists levelling up from entry gear and craving convex precision without the luxury cost.
- Salon owners kitting out teams with dependable matches (cutter + thinner) that sharpen well locally.
- Barbers needing a nimble finishing scissor to polish fades after clipper and comb work.
- Educators and mobile stylists chasing light, stylish sets that still feel premium in client-facing situations.
- Texture specialists who rave about the 14-tooth chunker for fast, track-free debulking on dense hair.
Care routine to keep the VG10 singing
- Daily: Clean, dry, and oil the pivot at close. VG10 hates sitting in colour residue.
- Weekly: Drop-test tension, brush product from the screw housing, inspect for micro-nicks under bright light.
- Sharpening: Stick with convex specialists using waterstones—VG10 chips if a tech hits it with a belt grinder.
- Storage: Use the supplied case or a padded roll. Coated finishes stay fresh when you keep them away from metal combs.
- Documentation: Update the ScissorPedia maintenance log after every service so warranty claims and future refreshes stay painless.
2025 Aussie availability snapshot
- Official channels: Japan Scissors and Scissor Hub stock the full VG10 range.
- Payment options: Afterpay available via Japan Scissors; enquire about bulk salon pricing and sharpening credits.
- Promos: Look for bundle pricing when you pair cutters with the 14-tooth chunker or 30-tooth thinner—JapanShears announce drops in their dealer feed.
- Sharpening: Warranty stays intact only if you log services through Juntetsu-certified techs—keep every invoice and upload the dates to ScissorPedia for future reference.
Need help choosing the right Juntetsu combo?
Send over your hand size, service mix (wet, dry, barbering), and any wrist niggles. We will recommend the Juntetsu cutter + thinner pairing (and sharpening cadence) that fits your roster. Ask for a Juntetsu match.