History and Philosophy
The B.W. Boyd Shears Company began approximately 25 years ago with B. W. Boyd and his wife Ritsuko. Their goal was to provide the very best Japanese cutting tools at an affordable price.

In 1998, B. W. Boyd sold his company to a Japanese company and friend on over 20 years, Utsumi Co, Ltd., in Japan. After acquisition of the company, Utsumi Co, Ltd. established Utsumi America Inc. dba B.W. Boyd Shears in Irvine, California.

As the president of Utsumi America Inc., Christy Hagino continues to follow the philosophy of B.W. Boyd Shears by offering high quality Japanese shears at the very best price. Utsumi America Inc. has been actively marketing and selling top quality Japanese shears in the US market for over 10 years.

Activities:
Utsumi America Inc. participates in the major hair/salon conventions and trade shows. We visit various trade schools and conduct seminars to introduce Japanese shears and teach students how to maintain their shears in good condition.

We provide sharpening services at the office by employees who has been specially trained in Japan.