A-1 Dimensions
A-1 Dimensions
Below are the measurements and an overview of each available A-1 size, helping you compare the differences in length, weight, blade profile and cutting feel.
A-1 / 5.5"
| Detail | Spec | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Overall length | 14 cm / 5.5" | Small |
| Weight | 55 g / 1.9 oz | Medium |
| Blade length | 5.8 cm / 2.3" | Medium |
| Blade width | 1.0 cm / 0.39" | Slim |
| Tip width | 0.3 cm / 0.12" | Pointed |
The 5.5" A-1 is a balanced everyday cutting scissor designed for close control, clean lines and detailed finishing. Its slim blade and pointed tip make it particularly suited to precision work, fringes, point cutting, short layers and controlled wet or dry cutting.
The finger and thumb holes are designed to fit all finger sizes. Finger inserts are included with every scissor for a more secure, personalised fit.
A-1 / 6.0"
| Detail | Spec | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Overall length | 15.2 cm / 6.0" | Medium |
| Weight | 58 g / 2.0 oz | Medium |
| Blade length | 6.6 cm / 2.6" | Medium |
| Blade width | 1.2 cm / 0.47" | Medium |
| Tip width | 0.3 cm / 0.12" | Pointed |
The 6.0" A-1 is the most versatile everyday size, combining control, blade length and stability across a wide range of cutting techniques. It is particularly suited to blunt cutting, layering, point cutting, clean baselines, scissor-over-comb, fades and general wet or dry finishing.
The finger and thumb holes are designed to fit all finger sizes. Finger inserts are included with every scissor for a more secure, personalised fit.
A-1 / 6.5"
| Detail | Spec | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Overall length | 16.5 cm / 6.5" | Large |
| Weight | 61 g / 2.2 oz | Medium |
| Blade length | 7.4 cm / 2.9" | Long |
| Blade width | 1.3 cm / 0.51" | Wide |
| Tip width | 0.3 cm / 0.12" | Pointed |
The 6.5" A-1 combines a longer, wider blade with a balanced medium weight for stronger everyday cutting. It is particularly suited to longer sections, clean shape work, scissor-over-comb, fades, layering and controlled point cutting across wet or dry hair.
The finger and thumb holes are designed to fit all finger sizes. Finger inserts are included with every scissor for a more secure, personalised fit.
How we measure
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Overall length: Measured from the blade tip to the furthest point of the handle, excluding the finger rest.
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Blade length: Measured from the tip to where the cutting blade shape ends, rather than to the centre of the pivot.
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Blade width: Measured at the widest point of the blade.
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Tip width: Measured close to the end of the blade.
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Weight: Measured for the complete scissor.
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Please note: Slight variations may occur between individual scissors.