Hmm Gracel Series 38 1 -
You can find authentic stock at high-end Japanese stationery retailers (like Loft or Itoya in Tokyo) or specialized haberdasheries in London and New York. Online, check authorized HMM resellers such as or St. Louis Art Supply .
Most tailors graduate from generic stainless steel shears to German or Swiss brands. However, the Japanese approach of the HMM Gracel Series 38 1 offers three distinct advantages: hmm gracel series 38 1
| Feature | HMM Gracel 38 1 | Kai (Nihon) 5000 | Gingher 4" Thread Snip | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | 38mm (Micro) | 45mm (Short) | 50mm (Short) | | Weight | 42g | 55g | 68g | | Handle Type | Offset Ergo (Type 1) | Symmetric | Symmetric | | Best For | Sashiko, Silk, Tension cuts | General tailoring | Rugged canvas | | Price Range | $$$ (Premium) | $$ (Mid-Range) | $ (Budget) | You can find authentic stock at high-end Japanese