Why There’s No Such Thing as an “All-Rounder” Scissor
Traditionally hairdressing scissors have been called all-rounders. But the reality is one scissor can’t do it all.
Think of it like the saying: "Jack of all trades, master of none."
Every scissor has strengths based on its design, and understanding this is key to improving your cutting.
The Limitation of “All-Rounders”
While an all-rounder scissor can handle multiple techniques, it will always compromise somewhere.
- Use a strong mountain blade for slicing → it may feel too aggressive
- Use a clamshell blade for blunt cutting → it may lack precision
This is where many stylists get stuck—they’re trying to force one tool to do everything.
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Edge Type |
Leans towards |
Why |
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Bevel Edge |
Blunt cutting |
Creates clean, precise lines with stronger control |
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Clamshell (Convex) Edge |
Slicing |
Produces a softer, more fluid cutting action with less resistance |
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Blade Type |
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Mountain Blade |
Point cutting |
Adds strength through the blade, reducing push and giving more control when working into the hair |
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Clamshell Blade |
Slicing |
Softer blade that has less power which can give more movement when working in the hair |
Why We Recommend Building a Kit
This is why we don’t believe in true all-rounders. Instead we are choosing to call them the foundation scissor, the scissor that starts your kit from there on you can start building your kit relevant to the techniques you use most:
- Stingray for blunt cutting
- Big Mouth Marlin for slicing
- Croc for texturizing
- Barracuda for weight removing
- Manta Ray for precision
Each tool has a purpose, and together they give you complete control over your work.
Want to see where to start?
Explore our Top 5 Foundation Scissors and begin building your kit the right way.