Question 1

I HAVE NEVER HEARD OF KEIUN, ARE YOU A NEW COMPANY?"

Accepted Answer

KEIUN is over half a century old and is sold globally and now for the first time, in Canada!

Question 2

WHY CHOOSE KEIUN?

Accepted Answer

KEIUN (kay-oon) scissors are a high-end Japanese brand from Sanjo, Japan, an area of Japan famous globally for its excellence in metallurgy and smithing. All of our products are made with quality Damascus steel that is hand-forged on site from high-grade materials. Crafting reliable and durable Damascus takes time and meticulous attention to detail. Like any artisinal craft, that kind of integrity comes at a premium price which is directly reflected in the quality and performance of our scissors.

Question 3

IS THIS PRODUCT MADE IN JAPAN?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely, all of our products and materials are hand-forged in Sanjo, Japan from genuine Japanese quality material.

Question 4

WHAT ARE YOUR SCISSORS MADE FROM?

Accepted Answer

All of our scissors are made with Japanese quality forged Damascus steel, a metal recognized by its beautiful flowing patterns and prized for its flexiblity and tensile strength. All of our blades are made from cobalt steel, a high-performance alloy that is highly resistant to corrosion and wear. Each and every one of our scissors, not unlike a fingerprint, has a pattern that is truly unique to every piece.

Question 5

IS THIS REAL DAMASCUS?

Accepted Answer

We refuse to compromise on quality and as such, all of our products are crafted with hand-forged Damascus to produce the watery pattern of light and dark waves all the way through the metals.

Question 6

DO THESE SCISSORS REQUIRE MAINTENANCE?

Accepted Answer

Yes, as with any high-quality scissor proper care and maintenance is paramount to ensuring the longevity and performance of your peice. Please see our "Maintenance" section under "Learn" for more information.

Question 7

HOW OFTEN WILL THE SCISSOR NEED TO BE SHARPENED?

Accepted Answer

Although sharpening needs may vary depending on the type of hair you frequently work with (coarse, fine, etcetera) and the type of styling you do, KEIUN scissors are recommended to be sharpened every 1000-2000 cuts.

Question 8

DO THESE SCISSORS HAVE TO BE SPECIALLY SHARPENED?

Accepted Answer

You may at your discretion, employ any sharpener of your choosing. However, an inexperienced or ill-equiped sharpener may run the risk of damaging this unique blade. I.R.M Constualts Inc. has partnered with Edge Works Performance, a highly reputable professional sharpener in the Greater Toronto Area with experience in sharpening high quality Japanese blades.
 
Visit Edge Works Performance for more information.

Question 9

CAN I SAMPLE THESE SCISSORS BEFORE PURCHASING?

Accepted Answer

If you live within the Greater Toronto Area, please inquire about an appointment through the "Contact" page and we will try to accomodate.

Question 10

WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I AM INTERESTED IN PURCHASING SOMETHING?

Accepted Answer

If you are interested in purchasing something or have any questions concerning our product simply send us an email through our "Contact" page.

Question 11

CAN I HAVE MY SCISSORS CUSTOMIZED?

Accepted Answer

Yes, however there are additional fees included for customization. Please feel free to contact us with the exact specifications you are looking for and we will do our best to accomodate. We also offer a variety of screws for each series to suit your desired look.
 
Screw Variations for KEIUN and CIRRUS Series

Screw Variations for ALTO and ALTO Thinning

Question 12

DOES THIS PRODUCT SHIP FROM JAPAN?

Accepted Answer

We import our product directly from Sanjo, Japan and operate out of Stouffville, ON, Canada. I.R.M.Consultants Inc. is the only authorized representative of YAMAMURA Manufacturing Co.,Ltd. within Canada.

Question 13

WHAT METHODS OF PAYMENT DO YOU ACCEPT?

Accepted Answer

We currently accept VISA, Mastercard, or certified cheques as a form of payment.

KEIUN Canada Scissors

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