Bevel Edge Hairdressing Scissors
Durable workhorses built for blunt work and busy rosters.
Bevel edge scissors are the classic all-rounders every salon kit needs. They grip the hair slightly as they cut, which keeps blunt lines clean and gives new stylists confidence. If you are training apprentices, running high-volume cuts or working mainly on wet hair, this profile is your reliable mate.
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
- Clean and dry between every client to prevent product build-up in the serrations.
- Oil every second day; bevel pivots are forgiving but still need lubrication.
- Tension check weekly—too tight and you will tire your thumb, too loose and you'll chew ends.
- 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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