Ichiro Hane Cutting & Thinning Set

Description

The Ichiro Hane, named for the Japanese word for feather, is a step up from the everyday sets: a matched 6.0” cutter and a 30-tooth thinner finished in a mirror polish with a styled handle. It’s aimed at barbers who want their kit to perform and look the part on the bench.

The blades are forged from Japan 440C steel hardened to 59-61HRC, noticeably harder than budget Ichiro lines. That extra hardness translates to longer edge retention, so the cutter stays sharp deeper into the day between services. The convex edge slices cleanly through blunt work and guidelines, while the 30-tooth thinner is fine enough to blend and soften without leaving visible chop lines, making it ideal for feathering harsh edges and refining fades.

The semi-offset handle balances a classic feel with a touch of thumb relief, and the mirror polish handles daily sanitising while resisting spotting. As a coordinated cutting-and-texturising pair, the Hane covers a full service from blunt shape to a soft, blended finish. It’s a considered set for barbers ready to move past entry-level tools.

Specifications

• Brand: Ichiro
• Steel: Japan 440C Steel
• Hardness: 59-61 HRC
• Blade: Convex Edge Blade
• Teeth: 30 V-Shaped Teeth
• Handle: Classic / Semi-offset
• Handedness: Right-handed
• Sizes: 6.0”
• Category: Shear Sets