The KAI N5230 is a pair of 9" (23 cm) cutting shears made of 5Cr15MoV stainless steel (56 HRC) with full-tang construction and a strongly offset elastomer soft handle. The lower blade rests flat on the table while cutting, so the fabric is barely lifted; cutting length 9.5 cm, weight 130 g.
The tailor's shears and cutting shears of the KAI N5000 Series are designed for professional fabric cutting in tailoring, studios and garment production. Their satin-finished blades are made of 5Cr15MoV stainless steel hardened to 56 HRC (+1.5/−2) and extend through the handles (full tang). The elastomer soft-plastic handles stay comfortable during long cutting runs.
A brass adjustment screw lets you readjust the blade tension. Lengths range from 8" (21 cm) to 11" (27.5 cm), plus versions with a micro-serrated edge (N5210SE), for left-handers (N5210L) and with a wide handle (N5220). The manufacturer is the Japanese cutlery maker KAI, founded in Seki in 1908.
Features at a glance
- 5Cr15MoV stainless steel blades, 56 HRC (+1.5/−2), satin finish
- Full tang: blades extend through the handles for stability and precise cuts
- Elastomer soft-plastic handles
- Blade tension adjustable via brass screw
- Lengths from 8" to 11" (21 to 27.5 cm), with micro-serrated, left-handed and wide-handle versions
Applications
- Fabric cutting in tailoring, bespoke studios and alteration shops
- Multi-layer cutting in garment production and industry
- Leather, film and canvas
- Paper and cardboard patterns
- Upholstery and soft furnishings
Technical data
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Brand: KAI
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Manufacturer part number: N5230
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EAN: 4901331501968
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Series: KAI N5000 Series
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Overall length: 9" (23 cm)
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Cutting length: 9.5 cm
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Weight: 130 g
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Blade material: 5Cr15MoV stainless steel, 56 HRC (+1.5/−2), satin finish
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Blade thickness: 1.8–3.5 mm (N5000 Series range)
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Cutting edge: Plain
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Tip: Pointed
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Construction: Full tang – blades extend through the handles
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Handle: Elastomer soft-plastic handle, strongly offset
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Handedness: Right-handed
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Tension adjustment: Brass tension adjustment screw
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Colour: Black
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Suitable for: Textiles and fabrics, leather, paper and cardboard, film and canvas
Frequently asked questions
Which size is best for cutting fabric?
The N5210 at 8" (21 cm) is the compact core model for everyday cutting. Longer blades such as the N5250 (10", 25 cm) or N5275 (11", 27.5 cm) cover more distance per cut, for example along long cutting edges.
What is the micro-serration on the N5210SE for?
On the N5210SE one blade has a fine micro-serrated edge. It holds the fibres during the cut so that smooth and slippery fabrics do not slide out of the shears.
How does the N5000 Series differ from the 7000 Series?
The 7000 Series has 3.7–4 mm thick AUS8A steel blades hardened to 60.5 HRC and a duplex interlock screw, but no elastomer handles. The N5000 Series uses 5Cr15MoV steel at 56 HRC, elastomer soft handles and a brass adjustment screw.
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Product safety information
Manufacturer information:
KAI Europe GmbH
Kottendorfer Straße 5
Nordrhein-Westfalen
Solingen, Deutschland, 42697
info@kai-europe.com
https://www.kai-europe.com
