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Indian Carbon Steel Tailor's Shears

Indian Carbon Steel Tailor's Shears
£18.00
Ex Tax: £15.00

Rough-finished yet surprisingly effective hand forged tailors’ shears from Uttar Pradesh, India. Made of carbon steel brazed to cast and chased brass handles for comfort and a degree of corrosion protection, these can nevertheless rust if left in wet, saline, or damp conditions — regular use and a periodic light re-coating with oil can help prevent this. Deceptively sophisticated the blades of these scissors are forged curved, to touch only at the point of cutting, giving a cleaner cut, and longer lasting edge.


By purchasing this item you are confirming that you are over the age of 18, and that we may contact you prior to dispatch in order to verify this. Orders including any bladed items will incur an additional courier age verification charge and legally require delivery to persons aged 18 and over.

Care Advice

Do not cut anything other than fabrics or threads to prevent premature dulling, and avoid moisture at all costs. Wipe with a soft cloth after use, and store in a dry environment. Fabric shears should be professionally sharpened when necessary — please don’t attempt to sharpen with tin foil!
  • Weight g 300g
  • Item Dimensions Blade L13, Total L25.5 x W8.5 x H2
  • Materials Carbon steel and brass

Rough-finished yet surprisingly effective hand forged tailors’ shears from Uttar Pradesh, India. Made of carbon steel brazed to cast and chased brass handles for comfort and a degree of corrosion protection, these can nevertheless rust if left in wet, saline, or damp conditions — regular use and a periodic light re-coating with oil can help prevent this. Deceptively sophisticated the blades of these scissors are forged curved, to touch only at the point of cutting, giving a cleaner cut, and longer lasting edge.


By purchasing this item you are confirming that you are over the age of 18, and that we may contact you prior to dispatch in order to verify this. Orders including any bladed items will incur an additional courier age verification charge and legally require delivery to persons aged 18 and over.

Care Advice

Do not cut anything other than fabrics or threads to prevent premature dulling, and avoid moisture at all costs. Wipe with a soft cloth after use, and store in a dry environment. Fabric shears should be professionally sharpened when necessary — please don’t attempt to sharpen with tin foil!
  • Weight g 300g
  • Item Dimensions Blade L13, Total L25.5 x W8.5 x H2
  • Materials Carbon steel and brass

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Brand: Small items
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