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Mr. Takaaki Watanabe (Experience: 19 years as a hairdresser)
Mr. Takaaki Watanabe
(Experience: 19 years as a hairdresser)
(Experience: 19 years as a hairdresser)
It’s been 11 years since he started to use SWORD DB-20.
He says “I have had explored the scissors best fits in my hand and applied modifications so many times. My SWORD DB-20, which I created through the relentless pursuit of making it even easier to use, have now become the one and only.”
According to his words, he has been walking with it for many years and is his “irreplaceable partner.”
He says “I have had explored the scissors best fits in my hand and applied modifications so many times. My SWORD DB-20, which I created through the relentless pursuit of making it even easier to use, have now become the one and only.”
According to his words, he has been walking with it for many years and is his “irreplaceable partner.”
One and only “Custom made” scissors
Q. Why did you choose DB-20?
It was good timing. I was looking for straight blade scissors when DB-20 was released.
Q. How did you come to consider custom made scissors?
When I was suffering from pain in my hands, I read a brochure and got to know that I could have the ring adjusted.
I realized it worked really well with some try, so I quickly applied modifications on some parts.
After making about 30 minor improvements, I feel that this is now almost complete.
I realized it worked really well with some try, so I quickly applied modifications on some parts.
After making about 30 minor improvements, I feel that this is now almost complete.
Q. What point did you especially particular about?
Everything (lol), but especially about handles. Made some parts on the handle edge touching to fingers rounded and, subtle change on the finger rest. My pinky finger is short, so I changed the finger rest angle to make it fit better and apply enough power on it. I made the blade length slightly shorten from 6.7 to 6.6. Also, the blade curvature was reformed to make it capable to cut hair straight in the middle section and, slide hair in the section close to the handle. By making the blade edge slightly rounded, I no longer cut my hands. I realized that because Nano Powder Metal is so sharp, fine adjustments are important.
Q. Do you see any change after custom made application?
The first thing I noticed was that my hands felt a lot more comfortable.
Q. What kind of haircuts do you use it for?
It is useful for both wet and dry cut. When I apply slide cutting, I can cut the hair by sliding it, and in areas where I want to give a clearer cut line, such as around the ears, the scissors is finely adjusted to allow for a straight, accurate cut.
Q. What do you think sets Mizutani apart from other companies?
Cut feeling and durable sharpness. In reality, I have been able to save time and the running costs for sharpening since I started to use the scissors made by Nano Powder Metal. I used to have it sharpened every quarter before, but now, it requires only once a year.
Q. Is there anything you pay particular attention to in order to keep using your scissors for a long period?
I just to carry out regular maintenance and always ask MIZUTANI immediately if any discomfort is found. Using scissors despite the discomfort, the hands will hurt. Since everyone’s hands are different, I think it’s best to use scissors that suit individually. In reality, I used to suffer from tendonitis, but since I change the scissors, the pain has completely disappeared.
Q. What does “custom made” attract you?
I can consult with MIZUTANI as many times as I like about any issues I may have, so I can make the one and only pair fit the hand perfectly. If you’re happy with the finish, I can keep using it for decades. For me, it’s become like a part of my hand.
LEFT: Mr. Watanabe’s SWORD DB-20 (Previous model) / RIGHT: NEW SWORD DB-20
Q. What do you expect for scissors as a tool in the future?
I hope that they will evolve to the ultimate in ease of use.
Thank you, Mr. Watanabe, for your time and valuable story.
“I wish it was more like this.” That one comment is the catalyst for creating a scissors that is even easier to use.
We, product development team values the voices of those who actually use our scissors in salons more than anything else,
and is committed to custom made scissors research and new product development.
Please do let us know your preferences and wishes on our products.
We, product development team values the voices of those who actually use our scissors in salons more than anything else,
and is committed to custom made scissors research and new product development.
Please do let us know your preferences and wishes on our products.
Takuya Shibata,
Research and Development Dept.
Research and Development Dept.
