Which Size Shear Is Right for You?
A professional's guide to matching blade length to your hands, your techniques, and the clients in your chair — from precision detail to barbering.
The Precision Detailer
Maximum control for the finest work. Ideal around the ears, neckline, and fringe, and for dry detailing where every millimeter shows.
The Salon All-Rounder (Compact)
The classic choice for detailed scissor-in-hand cutting. Enough blade to cut hair held between the fingers, with the agility precision stylists love.
The Versatile Standard
The most popular size in salons worldwide. Reach to blend longer layers efficiently, control to still handle detail — if you buy one shear, start here.
The Blend & Barber Crossover
Extra blade speeds up larger sections and scissor-over-comb work. A favorite where men's cutting and salon styling meet.
The Barbering Workhorse
Built for speed and reach. The go-to for scissor- and clipper-over-comb, wet cutting big sections, and powering through high-volume days.
Rest the shear in your palm
Hold it as you would mid-cut, thumb in the ring, fingers relaxed.
Find your middle finger
The blade tip should reach roughly the tip of your middle finger.
Check the comfort
Tip past your finger? Size down. Falls short? Size up. No strain to open and close.