Nova Elite: Straight Lines. Pure Power. No Compromise
Every professional hair shear we design starts with a story, something that connects how it feels in your hand to how it performs on the hair. The Nova Elite is that story for me: a dedication to dependable power and uncompromising precision.
The Origin Story: Power and Precision Inspired by the Classics
The name Nova Elite comes from my dad’s first car, a 1960s Nova SS. He loved that car and talked about it often throughout my childhood. In its day, the Nova was all about clean geometry, dependable power, and straightforward performance, no frills, just capability.

That same idea shaped the Nova Elite shear: strong, intentional, and built for people who take pride in their craft. It’s a tool that connects story, skill, and strength in every single cut.
Built for Elite Performance: Japanese Steel Meets Aggressive Design
The Nova Elite is forged from high-performance Japanese steel, engineered to glide through the thickest, densest hair textures with zero drag and no effort.
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Aggressive Blade Angle: This precision design delivers unmatched speed and accuracy, making every cut feel clean, controlled, and effortless.
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Torque-Responsive Tension System: The tension is finely tuned like a high-performance instrument. It keeps movement smooth and predictable, ensuring consistent power whether you're cutting wet, dry, long, or short.
This scissor was created for hairdressers and barbers alike, but it was perfected specifically for demanding techniques like scissor-over-comb work, the kind of cutting that requires maximum power and balance.
Introducing the 7-Inch Nova Elite Barber Shear
For the first time in our collection, we’ve introduced a 7-inch version of the Nova Elite.
This larger size is a game-changer for barbers and stylists who demand extra reach and sweep across the comb without sacrificing the critical comfort and control needed for detailed work.
Design with Purpose: A Tool That’s Meant to Work
The aesthetic of the Nova Elite is pure function. The straight-line handle gives it an exceptionally solid and balanced feel in the hand, minimizing drag and maximizing your control during long sessions.
Some have mentioned its resemblance to a finely crafted wrench, which feels fitting. My dad was a mechanic, and while the design wasn't planned this way, I appreciate the connection. It’s a powerful reminder that truly great tools are built, not just designed.

More Than a Name: What “Nova” Truly Means
The word “Nova” means new.
For me, that word represents both the past and the present, honoring where we came from while creating a tool that decisively moves us forward. The Nova Elite brings that balance to life, offering a blend of classic reliability and modern cutting technology.
This professional hair shear is built to perform and made to last a lifetime tool for the serious artist.
Launch Details: Secure Your Nova Elite
The Nova Elite will be available for Black Friday pre-order starting [11/28/12:00AM ET]
Pre-orders will begin shipping on January 7th.
It’s more than just a tool, it’s precision, power, and purpose, built for the cutting artists who demand all three.

