Hanzo Shimatta Texturizer Scissor

The HH14T Shimatta is Hattori Hanzo’s 26-tooth medium-coarse texturizer from the Dragon family, designed for effortless weight removal and seamless blending in a single pass. Forged from premium Japanese high-carbon steel, it features gently curved, micro-serrated teeth that glide smoothly through thick, curly, or dry hair without leaving visible lines or causing drag. Available in 6.0″ and 6.5″ blade lengths, it comes with an ergonomic offset crane handle, countersunk tension dial (adjustable with the included key), and a screw-in pivot bumper that absorbs shock and helps prevent chipping on tougher textures.

Stylists and barbers who own the HH14T regularly share their day-to-day experiences here, including:

How much weight the 26 teeth actually remove per pass and how clean the finish looks
Performance on curly, coily, coarse, or heavily highlighted hair
Wet vs. dry texturizing results (slide blending, point texturizing, channel work)
How long the teeth stay effective before needing sharpening
Hand comfort during back-to-back full-head texturizing sessions
Ease and reliability of the tension adjustment system over time
Any cobalt sensitivity reactions
Real-world Stay Sharp service experiences specific to texturizers
Direct comparisons to other popular thinners: Kamisori 27T Songbird, Kasho 30-tooth, Joewell HTR, Mizutani Blend Master, Arc Phantom II 23T, etc.

Browse the latest verified owner reviews below, filter by star rating, hair type, or technique, and see exactly how the HH14T Shimatta performs after weeks and months of daily salon use. Whether you’re adding your first dedicated texturizer or upgrading from a basic drugstore thinner, these firsthand insights help you decide if the Shimatta belongs in your kit.