Yasaka - SL-6.0 Offset Professional Hair Scissors 6"

Yasaka - SL-6.0 Offset Professional Hair Scissors 6"

The Yasaka SL-6.0 is a 6-inch professional hair cutting scissor from Japanese scissor maker Yasaka, built with hand-honed, hollow-ground convex-edge blades, an offset handle and coin-adjustable tension. It is made from cobalt-based stainless steel with teardrop finger holes and a fixed finger rest, and comes in a protective zip pouch - a dependable everyday shear for New Zealand hairdressers, barbers and hairdressing students.

Product Overview

• Brand: Yasaka (Japan)
• Model: SL-6.0
• Product type: Offset professional hair cutting scissors
• Length: 6 inches
• Material: Cobalt-based stainless steel
• Colour / finish: Silver
• Suitable for: Professional hairdressers, barbers, hairdressing students (right-handed use)
• Key features: Hand-honed convex edge, hollow-ground clam-shaped blades, teardrop finger holes, fixed finger rest, coin-adjustable tension, offset handle design, protective zip pouch, made in Japan

Detailed Description

The Yasaka SL-6.0 features Yasaka's signature clam-shaped blades, sharpened using a method unique to the brand. The blades are hand-honed and hollow ground with a convex edge, giving a smooth, clean cut with minimal push on the hair. A 6-inch blade covers more hair per cut, making it well suited to blunt one-length lines, slide cutting, longer layers and light scissor-over-comb work, while remaining manageable for most hands.

The offset handle positions the thumb ring further back than the finger ring, so your thumb, wrist and elbow sit in a more relaxed, natural position. This reduces strain during long days on the salon floor and makes it easier to keep your elbow down when cutting. The teardrop finger holes and fixed finger rest help you keep a secure, comfortable hold, while the coin-adjustable tension lets you fine-tune the blade tension for a smooth, even close. The fixed finger rest gives extra support and control for the little finger.

Cobalt-based stainless steel offers improved hardness and edge retention compared with standard stainless steel, so the edge stays sharper for longer between services. Yasaka has more than 50 years of scissor manufacturing experience and is a well-respected name in professional hairdressing worldwide. The SL-6.0 is made in Japan. Each pair is supplied in a protective zip pouch to protect the edge in your kit.

Why Use the Yasaka SL-6.0?

• Genuine Yasaka quality, made in Japan by a brand with over 50 years of scissor-making experience
• Hand-honed convex edge for a smooth, clean, effortless cut
• Offset handle for a relaxed thumb and wrist position
• Cobalt-based stainless steel for edge retention, durability and rust resistance
• Coin-adjustable tension so you can keep the action smooth
• Fixed finger rest for steady control on longer blades

Key Benefits

• Clean, precise cutting with less push or folding of the hair
• Edge stays sharp longer thanks to the hand-honed, hollow-ground cobalt-based blades
• Reduced thumb, wrist and shoulder strain over long salon days
• Secure control from the teardrop finger holes and fixed finger rest
• Tension can be adjusted to suit your cutting style
• Protective zip pouch keeps the blades safe in your kit
• Rust- and wear-resistant steel for long service life

Best Suited For

• Blunt one-length lines and bobs
• Slide cutting and longer layers
• Light scissor-over-comb and barbering
• Medium to larger hands
• Stylists wanting more blade reach
• Stylists who prefer an ergonomic offset grip

How to Use

1. Place your thumb in the thumb ring (the shorter handle) and your ring finger in the finger ring, resting your little finger on the finger rest.
2. Hold the still blade steady with your fingers and move only the thumb blade to open and close the scissors.
3. Check the tension: hold the scissors upright and open the moving blade to about 90 degrees, then let it fall - it should close about two-thirds of the way. Adjust the tension if needed.
4. Section the hair cleanly and comb through before each cut for an even line.
5. Use the full blade for blunt lines and the tips for point cutting, detailing and texture.
6. After each client, brush off hair, wipe the blades clean and disinfect as required by your salon hygiene procedures.
7. Dry thoroughly, apply a drop of scissor oil at the pivot, close the blades and store in the protective zip pouch.

Directions & Safety Information

• Extremely sharp - handle with care and keep out of reach of children.
• For hair cutting only; never cut paper, wire, fabric or other materials, as this will damage the edge.
• Clean and disinfect between clients using a scissor-safe disinfectant, then dry completely to prevent corrosion.
• Oil the pivot regularly and wipe off excess oil before use.
• Adjust the tension with a coin; tension that is too loose causes folding, too tight causes wear.
• Store closed in the protective pouch; avoid dropping, as this can damage the blade tips and edge.
• Have the scissors sharpened only by a professional sharpening service experienced with convex-edge blades.

Materials & Specifications

Blades and handles: cobalt-based stainless steel; hand-honed, hollow-ground, convex-edge clam-shaped blades; offset handle design; teardrop finger holes; fixed finger rest; coin-adjustable tension; silver finish; protective zip pouch included. Length: 6 inches. Made in Japan.

Please check the product packaging for full specifications and care instructions before buying and using.

Summary

The Yasaka SL-6.0 is a 6-inch, Japanese-made offset professional hair scissor with hand-honed convex blades, cobalt-based stainless steel, teardrop finger holes, a fixed finger rest and coin-adjustable tension. It is a reliable, great-value Japanese shear for salon and barber professionals across New Zealand.

Availability at Zilion Online Store

The Yasaka SL-6.0 is available from Zilion, New Zealand's online hair and beauty store. Shop the full Yasaka scissors range, browse more professional hair scissors and pair your new shears with a quality cutting comb.

Delivery Across New Zealand

We deliver nationwide to Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga, Wellington, Christchurch, Dunedin, Queenstown, Rotorua, Taupo, Napier, Hastings, Nelson, New Plymouth, Palmerston North, Whangarei, Invercargill and everywhere in between. Free NZ shipping on orders over $85.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What length is the Yasaka SL-6.0?
   6 inches.
2. Is the Yasaka SL-6.0 an offset or straight scissor?
   It has an offset handle, which places the thumb ring further back for a more ergonomic hold.
3. What steel is it made from?
   Cobalt-based stainless steel, chosen for hardness, wear resistance and rust resistance.
4. What type of edge does it have?
   A hand-honed convex edge on hollow-ground, clam-shaped blades for a smooth, clean cut.
5. Can it be used for slide cutting?
   Yes. The convex edge glides through the hair, making it suitable for slide cutting as well as blunt and point cutting.
6. Does it have a finger rest?
   Yes, it has a fixed finger rest.
7. What are the thumb and finger holes like?
   It features teardrop finger holes for a secure, comfortable grip.
8. How do I adjust the tension?
   It has coin-adjustable tension. Adjust it so the blade closes about two-thirds of the way when dropped from 90 degrees.
9. Does it come with a case?
   Yes, it is supplied with a protective zip pouch.
10. How does the SL-6.0 compare to the M600?
    Both are 6" offset scissors; the SL-6.0 uses cobalt-based stainless steel with a fixed finger rest and is made in Japan, while the M600 is stainless steel with a removable finger rest.
11. Where is the SL-6.0 made?
    The SL-6.0 is made in Japan.
12. Is it suitable for left-handed users?
    No, this is a right-handed scissor. Zilion also lists a Yasaka left-handed 5.5" hairdressing scissor.
13. Can it be used by barbers?
    Yes. The 6-inch blade suits barbering, blunt lines and light scissor-over-comb work.
14. How do I clean and disinfect it?
    Brush away hair, wipe the blades, disinfect with a scissor-safe salon disinfectant, then dry completely before oiling.
15. How often should I oil the scissors?
    Ideally daily in a busy salon - one drop of scissor oil at the pivot, open and close a few times, then wipe off the excess.
16. Can the scissors be sharpened?
    Yes. Use a professional sharpener experienced with convex-edge Japanese-style scissors to protect the edge geometry.
17. Is Yasaka a Japanese brand?
    Yes. Yasaka is a Japanese scissor brand with more than 50 years of manufacturing experience.
18. Are these genuine Yasaka scissors?
    Yes. Zilion stocks genuine Yasaka scissors.
19. Do you deliver across New Zealand?
    Yes, we deliver nationwide from Auckland to Invercargill, with free NZ shipping on orders over $85.
20. Are there matching Yasaka thinning scissors?
    Yes. Zilion also lists Yasaka offset thinning scissors such as the YS-300, YS-400 and YS 30SOF to complete your cutting kit.

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