Scissors & Shears Price Research
Analysis of 26,707 eBay listings for scissors and shears to determine current market value.
What you'll usually pay
💡 Used ones cost about 184% more here.
👉 In short easy summary
High-end professional brands like Mizutani and Hattori Hanzo command significant premiums, with medians up to 626% above the market average. Value is found in unbranded options and barber shears, which trade at 54% and 56% below the median respectively.
💚 Best value for your money
Price by brand
Why? Prices range from unbranded at 17.74 to professional-grade Mizutani at 281.
Price by type
Why? Specialized sets and kits (40.84) cost more than basic barber shears (17.04).
Price by material
Why? Steel alloys reach 71.32, while ceramic options are the lowest at 11.65.
Price by features
Why? Left-handed models carry a premium at 42.36 compared to lightweight options at 17.3.
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Common questions
What is the typical price difference between new and used shears?
The median price for new items is 22.87, while used items have a higher median of 64.97.
Which professional brand is the most expensive on the market?
Mizutani has the highest median price at 281.
Are stainless steel shears the most common material?
Yes, stainless steel is the most frequent material with 17,375 listings and a median price of 26.99.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $9–$371, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked August 8, 2026.