Thinning scissors - how to choose for professionals or home use by manufacturers and prices. Hairdressing scissors, their types, purpose Composition of scissors

Today we will look at the types of hairdressing scissors that should be present in your hairdressing kit. Let's start with the fact that hairdresser's scissors can be of 3 types:

• straight
• thinning
• flag

Straight scissors

To begin with, we will need them to cut our hair, as well as our beard and mustache. Straight scissors are divided into three more types according to the method of sharpening:

1 type Standard (straight) sharpening usually occurs at an angle of 45-50 degrees. These scissors are especially useful for beginner hairdressers.

Type 2 Convection blade sharpening "Convex" has a variable angle of approximately 38 degrees. This sharpening is used by all world-class manufacturers (TOKOSHA Ltd., Kedake, JAGUAR, etc.). Such blades are convex in shape, and the cutting edge provides a precise cut (since its thickness does not exceed the thickness of a hair). Scissors with this sharpening are well suited for precise cutting and slicing (in which the hair is “shaved off”). The shape of blades with convection sharpening can be: 1. straight 2. saber-shaped 3. curved in the shape of a sickle. Type 3 rounded cutting edge: “leaf shape” This edge is a Japanese invention. The angle is very sharp, the cutting blade is wide, the blades are arched, durable and effective. This kind of hair is ideal for “slicing” (since you don’t need to put in a lot of effort and there is no stress on the hair).

This type of scissors is designed for thinning and shading hair. Thinning scissors are divided into single-sided and double-sided. One-sided, when the teeth are located on one blade. Double-sided, when there are teeth on both blades. If you are a beginner hairdresser, then it is better to use double-sided ones (since they cut in half less hair). But single-sided ones are much easier to work with because they move more easily. Many stylists recommend having several thinning scissors. This is because thinning shears come in different numbers of teeth. In each case, the effect of the cut will be completely different.

These scissors are designed for both cutting and thinning. Flag scissors have one straight blade, it can be solid or with teeth (small (like thinning ones) or two wide ones). A nozzle with a pattern is put on the second canvas. There is a nozzle with a pattern. As a result, when cutting, we get many options for strands with the ends thinned according to the shape of the nozzle.

Tin shears are widely used for cutting steel sheets of different thicknesses. With their help, workpieces with high linear dimensional accuracy are obtained. Since the processing occurs in a cold way, overheating of the edge and the formation of scale are eliminated.

There is a huge variety of scissors - from powerful stationary equipment to lightweight and mobile hand tools. When choosing, you need to take into account the specifics of the application, the intensity of operation and the nature of the tasks. No one will purchase a hydraulic guillotine for household work, while even the best manual model will not cope with the production load of a metalworking plant.

When choosing, the following factors are important:

• maximum dimensions of the metal being cut (thickness, width);
• nature of processing (straightforward, curvilinear);
• material for making knives (these must be hard tool alloys);
• electric motor power (if available);
• functionality, ability to adjust cutting depth, technical characteristics.

What types of scissors are there?

Let's look at the main types of scissors and their capabilities:

1. Manual for household use. They are used exclusively for cutting thin sheet metal, most often tin, sometimes wire. Externally similar to ordinary scissors. They are driven by human muscular power and can be used for both straight and curved cutting. There are scissors of different designs on the market, which differ in the shape of the cutting edges and other parameters.
2. Guillotine. High-performance stationary equipment used in industrial workshops and repair shops for straight cutting. It can be used to successfully cut even thick metal (up to 25 mm). The required gap is set, the sheet is placed under special clamps. Two knives (one movable, the other not) interlock, resulting in a high-quality cut across the entire width. There are both electric and lever (manual) models that work autonomously.
3. Nibblers. Serve for complex figured cutting. Create a smooth and clean cutting line without deformation or chips. They are characterized by high maneuverability and a minimal turning radius. The working area is clearly visible; you can even start cutting from the middle of the sheet.
4. Combined press shears. Convenient, multifunctional, productive. They can work not only with sheet metal, but also with rolled profiles. In addition, they are used to make cuttings in blanks.

Additional Information

Hairdressing scissors are the main tool of any hairdresser. Their quality and comfort for the master’s hand is reflected in the final result - the haircut. In the article we will look at popular models of this tool from such world-famous brands: Mertz, Kapous, Tayo, Hinshitsu, Suntachi, Kedate, Mizutani, Joewell, Dewal, Zinger, Kasho, etc.

We will also tell you in detail what criteria need to be taken into account in order for the scissors to please you for many years. And as always, we will choose the best among the best.

Detailed instructions for choosing scissors

First of all, let’s figure out what parameters are important in scissors for the work of a professional hairdresser. We will not pay attention to household versions of scissors. Even beginners should not take such tools, because... then you will have to retrain, and the quality of work will decrease.

1. Manufacturer country
2. steel grade
3. Blade length
4. Ergonomics
5. Extra options

Manufacturer country

Japan is considered the leader in the production of professional tools for hairdressers these days. This combination latest design, ergonomics, manufacturability and high-quality manual testing of products. In the world's leading salons, scissors from Japanese manufacturers are preferred; German and Italian quality is also respected.

Brief overview of manufacturing companies:

• Suntachi— A South Korean brand that produces products from Japanese steel of high hardness. Scissors are different good quality, manual high-precision sharpening and unique screw mechanisms.
• Mertz(Merz), Germany. Inexpensive scissors, prices start from 100 rubles (plastic handle), decent options - from 1000 rubles.
• Tayo(Japan). Releases scissors excellent quality, which have proven themselves in salons all over the world. The assortment includes several collections, from classic to premium segment. Prices start from 4,000 rubles.
• Kapous. Domestic company. On the market for 10 years, the main activity is hair cosmetics. Japanese steel is used in the manufacture of Kapus scissors.
• Kedake(Kedake) is Japanese quality at an affordable price. By choosing Kedake you are buying a workhorse. The models use a micro-bearing, which allows for smoother operation and extends the service life of the product.
• Mizutaniis a Japanese brand engaged in the manufacture of steel products. Their motto is “Functionality, quality and beauty” and they fully live up to it. Other brands look up to Mizutani.
• Joewell- this is high Japanese quality at a very affordable price. Both beginners and leading professionals in their industry use these scissors. Produced at the TOKOSHA plant. Prices start from 12,000 rubles.
• Dewal- German-Russian brand. Produces quality tools affordable prices. They pay attention to details and design. Prices start from 2300 rubles.
• Zingeris a well-known German company that constantly monitors the quality of materials used and workmanship.

Type of scissors

A hairdresser cannot get by with scissors alone; he must have in his arsenal different types for certain jobs:

1. Direct
2. Thinning

Straight ones are available without notches and with micro-notches. Without notches - these are universal scissors that allow you to perform both the conventional technique and the sliding cut technique. Scissors with micro-notches, on the contrary, prevent hair from slipping, which is necessary for men's haircuts.

Thinning scissors are also divided into several subtypes: single-sided and double-sided. Thinning scissors are invaluable in creating volume and shape to hair. Single-sided ones are more suitable for beginners to avoid mistakes.

steel grade

On the one hand, the harder the steel, the longer the sharpening lasts, and good tools can withstand only 5-6 sharpenings. On the other hand, steel that is too hard becomes brittle and cannot withstand falls and sharpening. Additives such as molybdenum and vanadium save the day. But such tools are much more expensive.

Modern scissors for professional hairdressers are made from various grades of steel and high-tech alloys with a hardness ranging from 58 HRC to 62 HRC on the Rockwell scale.

It is impossible to determine the grade of steel by eye and you need to trust the seller, so it is better to give preference to trusted manufacturers.

There are also gold, chrome and titanium coatings on the base alloy. If gilding is purely decorative, then chrome and titanium perform two functions at once: anti-allergenic and anti-corrosion.

Blade length

Selecting the correct length of tool blades will help make work as convenient and efficient as possible. This is not a general quality indicator, but an individual choice. There are options from 4.5 inches to 7 inches. Good companies offer customers big choice length of scissors, the same model range can contain both small and very long models.

Barber scissors come in the following sizes: 4.5”, 5”, 5.5”, 6”, 6.5” and 7”.

It is believed that what longer fingers And bigger hand, the longer the blades of the scissors should be. Men choose 6-7 inches, for women 5 to 6 inches are suitable.
In the arsenal good master not just scissors, each tool is suitable for a certain type of work, for example, it is better to cut small strands with short scissors, and process long hairstyle- 7 inches.

Ergonomics

It's no secret that with a convenient tool that fits well in your hand, you can work much longer without getting tired. Therefore, designers from leading manufacturers work tirelessly to create new forms. Only you can understand whether this or that specimen is right for you, no matter how much it is praised and no matter how much it costs, by taking it in your hand and testing it from your own experience.

There are these types of forms:

1. Classical
2. Displaced
3. Asymmetrical

The classic form implies the identity of the arrangement of the rings and blades, their identical length and location. This shape is suitable for people with thin fingers and adherents of the classics.

The offset shape allows you to take the load off your fingers and reduce friction.

The asymmetrical shape of the rings also relieves tension, but is not suitable for everyone. Before buying asymmetrical ergonomic scissors, you should feel them and try them on yourself. The uniqueness of shapes and angles of displacement amazes with its diversity, all for the sake of convenience and smooth operation.

It is also worth considering the presence of additional insert rings and a little finger rest.

Sharpening and adjustment

When choosing good tool You should pay attention to the sharpening angle of the blades and the smooth operation of the mechanism.

The smaller the angle, the sharper the tool, but the faster it becomes dull. The exception is high-tech scissors made of special alloys, where the angle reaches 30 degrees with excellent sharpening parameters.

• Ordinary scissors are sharpened at 40-45 degrees. This is a standard regular sharpening.
• Options with a sharpening of 38 degrees are suitable for a smooth sliding cut. These scissors are more valuable.
• 50 degrees - blunt sharpening, allows inexpensive scissors to become less dull. Found in Chinese versions.

Well-adjusted scissors allow you to work without interference. Basically, the tools are equipped with either simple screws or a screw group. Only professionals should be trusted to adjust the scissors, otherwise they may be damaged.

Checking the sharpening and adjustment is very simple, just cut a piece of cotton wool with the tips of the scissors - if the cotton wool does not tear and the cut is absolutely even, then everything is in order with these scissors.

Price

A good professional tool cannot be too cheap. The cost of the product is influenced by several parameters:

• Steel quality
• Brand
• Design
• Availability of manual labor
• Manufacturability

Hair cutting scissors for professional use can cost from 2,000 rubles. Cheaper options with plastic handles and quickly dull steel are suitable only for household use. Inexpensive scissors can be purchased from Russian or Chinese manufacturers: Erica, Vector, Kapus.

You will have to pay over 5-6 thousand rubles for Japanese steel and manufacturability. Exclusive designer options from famous brands cost an order of magnitude higher.

Comparison table of parameters of hairdressing scissors

Model	Company and country	Quality of materials	Scissors length in inches	Ergonomics	Extra options	Price in rubles
HINSHITSU "Diamond" series	HINSHITSU	Japanese steel	from 5.5 to 7	Yes	micro bearings, smooth running	18 000
Suntachi ZS-70L	Suntachi	steel with tungsten, molybdenum, etc. Highly durable	from 5.5 to 7	Yes	pinky rest, streamlined shape	4500
	Mertz	Medical stainless steel	5	No	removable rings, removable stop	1000
SUPREME TAYO DV36255F	Tayo	alloy steel SUS440С	5,5	Yes	designer ergonomic shape, removable stop, convection sharpening	7000
	Kapus, Russia	quality steel	5,5	No	load-reducing shape	3000
KEDAKE 17555-92 DRT/Cobalt	Kedake	cobalt alloy	5,5	Yes	easy movement, unique sharpening	6000
	Mizutani, Yarontch	Nano Powder Metal	from 5.5 to 7	Yes	30 degree sharpening, design, unique alloy	48 000
DEWAL 244/6	Dewal	steel hardness 57 units	5 and 6	No	Removable stop	2900

Table with points

Model	Manufacturer and country	Quality of materials	Scissors length in inches	Ergonomics	Other options	Price in rubles	Total points	Place in the ranking
HINSHITSU "Diamond" series	5	5	3	3	5	2	23	2
Suntachi ZS-70L	5	4	3	2	2	4	20	4
	3	1	3	0	1	6	14	7
SUPREME TAYO DV36255F	4	5	2	3	4	3	21	3
	2	2	2	0	1	5	12	8
KEDAKE 17555-92 DRT/Cobalt	4	5	2	3	2	3	19	5
	5	6	3	3	6	1	24	1
DEWAL 244/6	3	3	3	0	1	5	15	6

Rating

8th place

They take 8th place. Kapus scissors, despite their low price, are of sufficient quality and meet the standards for use by hairdressers. Price 3000 rubles. They have an adjustable screw group (the key is included), are made of hardened steel, wear-resistant, and can be sharpened. Size 5.5 inches. The ergonomic shape allows the master not to get tired for long hours.

7th place

Scissors in 7th place. The marking indicates the length of the scissors - five inches, there are options from 4 to 7 inches, this practically does not affect the price. Price - 1000 rubles. These are simple and high-quality scissors made of good medical steel with a polished finish. It has removable rings for convenient operation for several hours. Possibility of a perfect sliding cut. Has an adjustable screw.

6th place

In 6th place are straight scissorsDEWAL 244/6.The cost of the tool is 2900 rubles. For this price you get a quality tool with standard sharpening. The stop is removable, there are length options - 5 and 6 inches. The screw is simple. Good, reliable scissors for beginners.

5th place

In 5th place are amazing scissorsKEDAKE 17555-92 DRT/Cobaltfrom the Japanese brand KEDAKE. Made from CBA cobalt alloy, which allows you to sharpen blades that will cut hair in the wind. The design and quality are top notch at a low price of 6,000 rubles. Size range from 5.5 inches.

4th place

In 4th place Suntachi ZS-70L. These are class 4 straight scissors made of a unique metal alloy that has the properties necessary for professional hairdressing scissors. This is hardened high-strength steel with the addition of tungsten, molybdenum, vanadium and cobalt. Price 4500 rubles.

3rd place

Supreme TAYO DV36255Foccupy 3rd place in the ranking. These are straight scissors from 5.5 inches, with a convection sharpening with an angle of 37 degrees and 38 teeth. The stop is non-removable, the screws are simple. The most comfortable ergonomic scissors with a memorable design: turquoise rings and rhinestones will appeal to sophisticated clients. The steel used is alloyed, processed by pressing and firing, grade SUS440C. Great scissors for any haircut good price(7000 rubles).

2nd place

2nd place goes to scissorsHINSHITSU from the Diamond series. The series is represented by both straight and thinning models. This is the highest quality steel, handmade and unique design. Each scissors are equipped with micro-bearings, which allow you to not think about adjusting the pressure for many years; it will remain smooth. Price 18,000 rubles.

1 place

The leader of our rating is magnificent designer scissors self made from the world famous Japanese brand. These are scissors made by men for men, both the shape of the blade and the angular curves of this unique product hint at this. The metal is anti-corrosion, heavy-duty, made using technology used in Japanese swords. The sharpening is 30 degrees, and due to the composition of the metal it lasts for a very long time. This angle allows you to cut hair without deformation, perfectly straight. A complex screw system with a large bearing regulates the tension of the blades (a branded key comes with the scissors as a gift). The only drawback of this work of art is the price of 45,000 rubles.

Rating according to the Salonoff portal:

1. HINSHITSU Diamond
2. Supreme TAYO DV36255F
3. Suntachi ZS-70L
4. KEDAKE 17555-92 DRT/Cobalt
5. DEWAL 244/6.

Conclusion

Choosing professional hairdressing scissors, especially if these are your first, is not an easy task. In the article we gave detailed recommendations and detailed instructions for choosing this tool. We hope this information will help beginners and practicing masters.

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There are two main types of hairdressing scissors: straight and thinning. They differ fundamentally in the shape of the blades and, accordingly, in the tasks that can be performed with them. Let's figure it out.

Types of hairdressing scissors and their meaning

What types of straight hairdressing scissors are there?

Straight scissors are the main tool of a hairdresser. You can even thin with straight scissors - but not vice versa; with thinning scissors the functions of straight scissors cannot be performed.

Straight blades cut hair. That's all, basically. But there is so much behind this function...

For straight scissors, fine sharpening is essential, which makes the cut even, and the hair that has been subjected to it is healthy and beautiful. There should be no flaws or burrs on the cutting edges - otherwise the scissors will urgently need to be renamed from straight to curved, and they will be of little use - only pain and suffering.

In order for fine sharpening not to be a useless effort, it is necessary that scissors of this type be made of sufficiently hard steel. The hardness of the steel determines how long the scissors will hold an edge without becoming dull.

Further, straight scissors can be very different - for example, with special precision cutting and thin blades suitable for delicate work. Or, for example, with increased cutting force, which allows you to work with complex, thick or coarse hair.

Here are examples of straight scissors from the Mustang arsenal:

What types of thinning hairdressing scissors are there?

Thinning scissors are a special tool that is used not for cutting, but for thinning strands. Cutting off part of the hair from a strand is required where you need to make smooth transitions or make your hair easier. Thinning scissors have a characteristic serrated blade shape - and when they close, not all the hair is cut, but only those that fall between the teeth and the main edge. Or between teeth and teeth, if both blades are serrated.

Yes - there are thinning scissors with two toothed blades, and there are ones with one toothed blade and one regular, straight blade. Why such a difference? It's simple - single-sided thinning scissors work faster and cut more hair. Accordingly, for high-level masters who are confident in the strength of their hands, they are preferable. But for beginners, double-sided ones are better. Because it is better to make more movements to get the desired result - than to remove more hair than necessary with a couple of quick cuts. After all, you can’t glue cut hair back.

For thinning scissors, the hardness of the steel is even more important than for straight scissors. Because any sufficiently qualified and sober sharpener can sharpen straight scissors. Some do it better, some do it worse. You just need to find the one that is better. But sharpening thinning scissors... Well, you can imagine. How do they sharpen these teeth? This requires special equipment. But there are few places in Russia that have it. So the hardness of the steel, which allows it to work for many years at the original factory sharpening, is very important.

Here is an example of thinning scissors from the Mustang arsenal:

The main way to buy different types of hairdressing scissors

Typically, craftsmen do not buy straight and thinning scissors separately, but buy them in sets - some straight, some thinning. In the same style, with similar properties and the same shape of handles. This is convenient - you don’t need to “get reaccustomed” to the handles and lengths during the haircut process, switching from one to another.

And separate scissors are usually a special tool, used not in all haircuts, but only in some, when you need to do something special. Well, do you remember the example with scissors with increased strength cutting or special precision of miniature canvases, which allow you to do the most delicate work.

And there are kits, for example:

• 4 000 ₽
• 

  Set of scissors Mustang Premium NPR-03 Skull for slicing

  9 000 ₽
• 6 000 ₽
• 6 000 ₽

Scissors are an essential carving hand tool for a wide range of tasks. They consist of two blades meeting tightly in a closely spaced parallel plane. There are many designs, each of which is designed for a specific type of work. Regardless of the purpose, the tool is made of high-quality carbon steel of high hardness with a hardened cutting edge, which allows you to maintain sharpness for the longest possible period. The oldest tool found by archaeologists was intended for shearing sheep and looked more like tweezers than the now familiar design.

What types of scissors are there?

Depending on their purpose, the following types are distinguished:

• Hair salons.
• Manicure.
• Kitchen.
• Stationery.
• Garden.
• For metal.
• Tailor's.

Each variety is designed to perform separately assigned tasks. The design, steel, type of sharpening and other parameters of scissors are specially selected for a narrow specialization, which makes the work easier and everything possible is done to obtain a high-quality cutting result.

Hairdressers

The hairdressing set includes several types of scissors, which, depending on the design of the cutting edge, are divided into the following types:

• Direct.
• Thinning.
• Flag.

Direct have a standard sharpening at an angle of 45-50 degrees. They are used for even trimming of hair, beard and mustache. There are also other types of sharpening - at 38 degrees, for precise cutting, and sharper angles for professional tool Japanese made. Straight scissors can have a different shape of the working surface of the blades, which is stretched into a line or curved.

Thinning Designed for shading and thinning hair. They have a serrated cutting edge that is applied to either one or both sides of the blades. When you click the tool, they cut 2 times less hair than with the straight type, so they are much easier to work with when you need to make a neat, modern haircut. Thinning teeth can also have different sharpening angles, which are selected depending on the characteristics of the steel used for manufacturing.

Flag is a universal hairdressing design, which is designed for simultaneous cutting and thinning. The peculiarity of their canvases is their curly shape, so the cut turns out wavy. Thanks to this, the ends of the cut curls get different lengths, which gives an attractive visual effect.

Manicure

Nail scissors are designed for preparing manicures. They are distinguished by their compact size and special shape, which allows you to work as conveniently as possible. They are distinguished by a narrow cutting blade, which tapers towards the end. There are four types of manicure tools:

• For nails.
• For the cuticle.
• Universal.
• Safe.

Tools for nails have an average width of cutting blades. They can be straight or have a side bend, which allows you to make an ideal shaped cut along the nail growth line. The use of such scissors is highly specialized. They are not recommended for use for other tasks, such as cutting thread, paper and other materials. This can lead to accelerated deterioration of the cutting edge.

For cuticles a more elegant design is used, with a refined profile. These scissors are characterized by a lateral bend and a special sharpening, which allows the tool to be applied close to delicate skin to trim protruding cuticles with minimal damage. They are not recommended for use on nails, since the specific sharpening wears out quickly, and the sophisticated design can bend when in contact with hard materials.

Universal can be used to trim nails and cuticles. They have a medium sharpening angle, so they cope with both tasks quite well. The quality of their work is inferior to more specialized designs, but is quite satisfactory.

Safe They have a shape that is not typical for nail scissors. Their ends are rounded, which minimizes the likelihood of an injection. This variety is used to trim children's nails. Working with them is not as convenient as with classic spicy varieties, but it is quite possible.

Kitchen

Kitchen scissors are used to cut various foods. Depending on their purpose, they are divided into cutting meat or poultry, as well as cutting herbs. The former significantly speed up the work when cutting poultry and rabbit carcasses. Working with them is much more convenient and safer than using a regular knife. Their design minimizes the likelihood of injury. At the same time, careful cutting is ensured, thanks to which the carcass retains its attractive appearance.

To cut greens, a specific design of scissors is used, which has several cutting blades, the distance between which is 2-3 mm. With just one click of the tool, it is possible to accurately cut delicate leaves of dill, parsley or onions into many pieces. Their use allows you to get neat pieces of greenery of the same length, which can be used to decorate dishes or add to delicate sauces.

Stationery

Stationery or office cutters are used for cutting paper or cardboard. They differ in the length of the working surface and the comfort of the ears. Long scissors are best suited for longitudinal and transverse cutting of even strips of paper. This ensures a minimum number of notches on the cut surface. A shorter and narrower tool is used for shape cutting. It is mainly used in needlework and for creating appliqués. The short, narrow design is ideal for children as it is best suited for cutting complex contoured shapes. The ends of these scissors are rounded, which minimizes the risk of injury.

Garden

Garden type are used to perform a wide range of tasks. There are several varieties that are used for trimming bushes and grass, as well as trimming branches. The latter are called pruners. They have a powerful cutting blade design that allows you to cut branches with a cross-section of up to 30-40 mm. Secateurs are characterized by a difference in the shape of the working blades. The cutting edge of the upper one is convex, and the lower one is concave. This allows for a more comfortable and easier cutting of hard branches.

To trim bushes, a very large tool is used, the cutting surface of which is often more than 30 cm. With its help, you can trim the bushes and give them the required shape. It is thanks to their use that living garden figures exist, obtained by trimming bushy plants.

There are also garden tools designed for cutting grass. Of course, it is significantly inferior to professional lawn mowers, but it also has its advantages. It is used for cutting grass in hard-to-reach places where standard garden equipment simply does not fit. This could include areas around stones or statues, or areas close to curbs.

For metal

Metal scissors can be monolithic or composite. They are designed for cutting sheet metal. With their help, you can cut roofing materials such as siding, corrugated sheets, metal tiles and others. They can handle sheet metal and galvanized steel with ease. They are also used for working with soft plastics. Monolithic scissors are characterized by a one-piece design. They are more expensive and reliable because the immediate cutting edge and handles are made of high-quality steel that is resistant to heavy loads.

The composite structure is more complex to manufacture, but relatively cheap. The direct cutting edge is made of hard tool steel, and the handles bolted to it using bolted connections are made of ordinary ferrous metal.

Tailor's

Tailor's or cutting scissors are designed for cutting fabrics. They are used by seamstresses when cutting. Depending on the material with which work is required, the tool is available as light or reinforced when cutting leather is needed. A distinctive characteristic of a tailor's tool is that one ring is noticeably larger than the second. Thanks to this, three or four fingers can be inserted into it, which greatly facilitates the work when cutting hard materials is required.

In addition to the classic design, there are also more specific cutting tools. These scissors are characterized by a right angle bend between the working part and the handle, which makes it possible to cut material without lifting it from the table surface. Professional seamstresses use this type.