Bevel Edge Hairdressing Scissors

Where bevel wins

• Wet cutting and classic shapes: The micro-serrated blade holds tension for scissor-over-comb and blunt fringes.
• Training environments: Less likely to chew through hair if a learner twists their thumb or forgets to move the elbow.
• Salon workhorses: Handles back-to-back clients without losing the edge overnight.
• Budget upgrades: Entry-level bevel sets still outlast cheap convex lookalikes.

Spec the right pair

• Size: 5.5" for tight control, 6" or 6.5" for barbers and stylists living in scissor-over-comb.
• Blade finish: Micro-serrated on one side for grab, plain on the other for smoother closing.
• Steel: Forged stainless (440C or AUS-8) keeps the edge honest without blowing the budget.
• Handle: Offset helps reduce wrist strain; straight handles are fine for short bursts if you are double-jointed.

Watch-outs

Bevel edges are not your friend for heavy slide cutting or dry detailing—they can push or catch. Keep a convex pair handy for precision. Also, once the serrations are ground off by a dodgy sharpener, the scissors lose their grip. Choose technicians who understand micro-serrated finishes.

Maintenance drill

1. Clean and dry between every client to prevent product build-up in the serrations.
2. Oil every second day; bevel pivots are forgiving but still need lubrication.
3. Tension check weekly—too tight and you will tire your thumb, too loose and you'll chew ends.
4. Sharpen every 12–18 months depending on volume. Specify micro-serration reinstatement.

Solid picks

• Joewell Classic: Reliable micro-serrated blade, wide size range and apprentice-friendly pricing.
• Jaguar Pre Style Relax: Lightweight German steel that stays grippy for blunt work.
• Sam Villa Essential Series: Comfortable offset handle with a forgiving bevel edge for teams.

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