Yasaka's Japanese texturizing shear — premium edge that softens weight and blends layers across fine to medium hair.
Material: ATS-314
Size: 6.0 Inches
Designed for: Professional Use
Shipping: Free for All Shears
The Japanese Yasaka ATS-314 Cobalt Hair Thinning Shears, meticulously crafted in Japan for professional stylists who require precision in texturizing and thinning. Made from ATS-314 Cobalt stainless steel, these shears offer exceptional sharpness, durability, and resistance to wear, ensuring consistent performance over time. Designed with a sleek offset handle and asymmetrical finger holes, they provide an ergonomic grip that reduces hand fatigue during extended use, while the sturdy tang enhances control for precise cuts. The adjustable tension screw allows for smooth, customized operation. Available in three models—YS-200, YS-300, and YS-400—each is tailored to specific thinning needs, with varying tooth counts and hair removal percentages, making them ideal for creating seamless layers, softening edges, or adding texture to any hairstyle.
Key Features:
Material: ATS-314 Cobalt stainless steel for superior sharpness and durability
Models Available:
YS-200: 20 teeth, removes 30-40% of hair
YS-300: 30 teeth, removes 20-35% of hair
YS-400: 40 teeth, removes 40-50% of hair
Handle: Ergonomic offset design with asymmetrical finger holes for comfort
Tang: Sturdy, providing enhanced control during use
Tension Screw: Adjustable for smooth, tailored cutting action
Craftsmanship: Handmade by Yasaka in Japan, ensuring top-tier quality
Ideal For: Texturizing, thinning, and layering on all hair types
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Saki steel grade comparison
The everyday workhorse
$99 - $245
440C steel hand-forged for the working stylist's daily shear. The industry's proven baseline — reliable edge retention, comfortable balance, and precision that holds up to full-day use. Typically 3 to 4 months between sharpenings.
View Pro StandardFor full-day, six-day-a-week work
$175 - $299
Cobalt-enhanced Japanese alloys for stylists working full days, six days a week. A sharper edge angle that holds longer — 6 to 12 months between sharpenings — and rewards an experienced hand with cleaner, more consistent slice work.
View Pro PerformanceThe master stylist's tool
$299 - $750
Flagship-tier proprietary alloys forged in Japan — the same advanced steel systems specified at the top of the premium category. Chosen for the longest edge retention available, exceptional balance through a full working day, and the unmistakable feel of master-grade craft.
View FlagshipHeritage and aesthetic
$325 - $699
Folded and layered steel construction with the signature wave-grain pattern of traditional Japanese blade craft. Each Damascus shear is as much heritage piece as cutting tool — chosen for the visual artistry that defines this category.
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