NOVA ELITE
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Power, reach and control for stylists and barbers who want one shear to move confidently through demanding work.
The Nova Elite pairs an assertive blade angle with a balanced straight-line handle, giving you a clean, controlled feel through thick, dense and highly textured hair. It is built for decisive cutting without turning the experience into a heavy or flashy tool.
Best for
- Scissor-over-comb and barbering
- Strong perimeter lines and long sections
- Thick, dense or coarse hair
- Stylists who prefer a straight, stable handle
The 7-inch option adds reach and a faster sweep across the comb; the shorter sizes retain the same Nova character with more compact control.
Elite construction
- Steel: VG10 cobalt stainless steel
- Hardness: 61–62 HRC
- Edge: Hollow-ground convex edge
- Heat treatment: Cryogenic treatment
- Build: Stamped steel blank, CNC-machined and hand-finished
- Finishing and QC: 47 hand-finishing steps and 5 quality-control inspections
- Country of manufacture: China
Matt’s real-world experience
I’ve used my Elite shears for years while filming FSE education, cutting clients and doing extensive mannequin work—including cutting through coarse mannequin hair. They still haven’t needed sharpening.
This is my personal experience, not a fixed sharpening interval. Edge life varies with cutting volume, technique, maintenance and the hair or materials being cut.