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    Long-Life Lightweight Scissors

    Image of Product. Style A. Front orientation. Scissors. Long-Life Lightweight Scissors, Straight Handle, Style A.
    Image of Product. Style B. Front orientation. Scissors. Long-Life Lightweight Scissors, Straight Handle, Style B.
    Image of Product. Style C. Front orientation. Scissors. Long-Life Lightweight Scissors, Straight Handle, Style C.

    Style A

    Style B

    Style C

    Image of Product. Style E. Front orientation. Scissors. Long-Life Lightweight Scissors, Offset Handle, Style E.
    Image of Product. Style F. Front orientation. Scissors. Long-Life Lightweight Scissors, Offset Handle, Style F.

    Style E

    Style F

    Made with ceramic or coated with titanium nitride (TiN), the blades on these scissors stay sharp longer than uncoated stainless steel and steel blades.
    Offset Handle—Offset handles keep your hand clear of the material as you cut on flat surfaces.
    Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated Blade—Titanium nitride (TiN)-coated blades have a cutting edge that’s three times harder than uncoated stainless steel and steel blades. They are also nonstick.
    Stainless Steel Blade—Stainless steel blades won’t rust if exposed to water or mild cleaning solutions.
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    For Cardboard, Fabric, Leather, Paper, Plastic, Rubber
     
    Straight Handle
    A7"3 1/8"Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated Stainless SteelRubber-Coated Plastic HandleManualRight, LeftPointStraight/Straight3438A102000000
    B8"3 3/4"Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated Stainless SteelRubber Handle
    ManualRight, LeftPointStraight/Straight3438A4600000
    C8"3 1/4"Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated Stainless SteelPlastic HandleManualLeftPointStraight/Straight3438A10100000
     
    Offset Handle
    E9 1/2"3 3/4"Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated SteelRubber-Coated Plastic HandleManualLeftPointStraight/Straight3438A10300000
    F8"3 1/2"Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated Stainless SteelRubber Handle
    ManualRightPointStraight/Straight3438A4700000
    F9 1/2"4 1/4"Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated Stainless SteelPlastic HandleManualRightPointStraight/Straight3344A4700000
     

    Long-Life Fine-Point Lightweight Scissors

    Image of Product. Style A. Front orientation. Scissors. Long-Life Fine-Point Lightweight Scissors, Straight Handle, Style A.
    Image of Product. Style C. Front orientation. Scissors. Long-Life Fine-Point Lightweight Scissors, Offset Handle, Style C.
    Image of Product. Style D. Front orientation. Scissors. Long-Life Fine-Point Lightweight Scissors, Offset Handle, Style D.

    Style A

    Style C

    Style D

    With durable fine-point blades, these scissors make precise cuts even after repeated use.
    Offset Handle—Scissors with an offset handle keep your hand clear of the material as you cut on flat surfaces.
    Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated Blade—Titanium nitride (TiN)-coated blades are three times harder than uncoated stainless steel blades. They’re also nonstick and won’t rust in wet environments.
    Large Handle—Scissors with a large handle are sized to comfortably fit large or gloved hands.
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    For Cardboard, Fabric, Leather, Paper, Plastic, Rubber
     
    Straight Handle
    A5"2 1/4"Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated Stainless SteelRubber Handle
    StandardManualRight, LeftFine PointStraight/Straight3438A11000000
    A7"3 1/4"Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated Stainless SteelRubber Handle
    StandardManualRight, LeftFine PointStraight/Straight3438A1200000
    A8"3 1/4"Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated Stainless SteelRubber Handle
    StandardManualRight, LeftFine PointStraight/Straight3438A1300000
     
    Offset Handle
    C8"3"Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated Stainless SteelPlastic HandleLargeManualRightFine PointKnife/Knife3438A20200000
    C10"4 1/2"Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated Stainless SteelPlastic HandleLargeManualRightFine PointKnife/Knife3438A20300000
    D8"3 1/2"Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated Stainless SteelRubber Handle
    StandardManualRightFine PointStraight/Straight3438A1400000
    D9"4"Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated Stainless SteelRubber Handle
    LargeManualRightFine PointStraight/Straight3438A1500000
     

    Long-Life Easy-Cut Fine-Point Lightweight Scissors

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Scissors. Long-Life Easy-Cut Fine-Point Lightweight Scissors.
    Make intricate cuts with scissors that minimize hand fatigue and avoid dulling over time. Good for quick, repeat cuts, these scissors have blades that spring open automatically, reducing strain. Their narrow, sharp tips work well for fine cutting and trimming. Made of titanium nitride (TiN)-coated stainless steel, the blades stay sharp and are three times harder than uncoated stainless steel blades. They’re also nonstick and resist corrosion.
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    For Cardboard, Fabric, Paper
     
    Straight Handle
    6"1 1/2"Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated Stainless SteelRubber Handle
    Rubber
    Spring ActionRight, LeftFine PointStraight/Straight6418N11000000
     

    Long-Life Easy-Cut Lightweight Scissors

    Image of Product. Straight/Straight Blade Edge. Front orientation. Scissors. Long-Life Easy-Cut Lightweight Scissors, Offset Handle, 10" Overall Length.
    Image of Product. Straight/Serrated Blade Edge. Front orientation. Scissors. Long-Life Easy-Cut Lightweight Scissors, Offset Handle, 11" Overall Length.

    Straight/Straight Blade

    Edge

    Straight/Serrated Blade

    Edge

    For a long-lasting cutting edge that's three times harder than uncoated stainless steel, the blades on these scissors are titanium bonded over stainless steel. The spring-action minimizes hand fatigue since it automatically opens the blades for quick repeat cuts. The blades are nonstick and corrosion resistant. The offset handle keeps your hand clear of material as you cut on flat surfaces.
    Serrated Edge—Serrated blades grip material to prevent slipping.
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    For Cardboard, Fabric, Leather, Paper, Plastic, Rubber
     
    Offset Handle
    10"3"Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated Stainless SteelRubber-Coated Plastic HandleSpring ActionRight, LeftPointStraight/Straight36705A48000000
    11"3"Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated Stainless SteelRubber-Coated Plastic HandleSpring ActionRight, LeftPointStraight/Serrated36705A10100000
     

    Nonstick Lightweight Scissors

    Image of Product. Offset Large Handle. Front orientation. Scissors. Nonstick Lightweight Scissors, Offset Handle.

    Offset Large Handle

    Make clean cuts through duct tape and other sticky materials. These scissors have a nonstick coating. Made of stainless steel, they resist corrosion.
    Offset Handle—Offset handles keep your hand clear of the material as you cut on flat surfaces.
    Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated Blade—Titanium nitride (TiN)-coated blades have a sharp, long-lasting cutting edge that’s five times harder than uncoated stainless steel blades. The nonstick coating helps them snip through sticky material more easily than standard TiN coated blades.
    Large Handle—Large handles are comfortable for gloved or large hands.
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    For Cardboard, Fabric, Leather, Paper, Plastic, Rubber
     
    Offset Handle
    8"2 1/4"Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated Stainless SteelPlastic HandleLargeManualRight, LeftPointStraight/StraightNonstick Coating5418N11000000
    9"3 1/4"Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated Stainless SteelPlastic HandleLargeManualRight, LeftPointStraight/StraightNonstick Coating5418N1200000
    10"4 1/4"Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated Stainless SteelPlastic HandleLargeManualRight, LeftPointStraight/StraightNonstick Coating5418N1300000
     

    Scissors for Kevlar and Abrasive Materials

    Image of Product. Style D. Front orientation. Scissors. Scissors for Kevlar and Abrasive Materials, Offset Handle, Style D.

    Style D

    Cut through the strong fibers of Kevlar. These scissors have at least one serrated edge that grips material to prevent slipping.
    Offset Handle—Offset handles keep your hand clear of the material as you cut on flat surfaces.
    Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated Blade—Titanium nitride (TiN)-coated blades resist corrosion and have long-lasting sharpness. They are also nonstick and three times harder than uncoated steel blades.
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    For Kevlar, Metal
     
    Offset Handle
    D8"3"Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated Carbon SteelPlastic HandleStandardManualRightPointSerrated/Serrated2498A28000000
     

    Long-Life Compact Fine-Point Scissors

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Scissors. Long-Life Compact Fine-Point Scissors.
    Cut and trim fine details with slim blades that stay sharp over time. The titanium coating on the stainless steel blades gives you a long-lasting cutting edge that's three times harder than uncoated stainless steel. It’s also nonstick and corrosion resistant.
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    For Fabric, Paper
    3"3/4"Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated Stainless SteelPlastic HandleStraightRubber
    ManualRight, LeftFine PointStraight/Straight6453N1100000
    4"1"Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated Stainless SteelPlastic HandleStraightRubber
    ManualRight, LeftFine PointStraight/Straight6453N1200000
     

    High-Force Blunt-Point Lightweight Scissors

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Scissors. High-Force Blunt-Point Lightweight Scissors.
    For extra leverage to cut through tough materials such as leather, rope, and thick cardboard, these scissors have long handles and short blades. The blades are corrosion-resistant stainless steel with a serrated edge that grips material to prevent slipping. Handles are offset to keep your hand clear of the material as you cut on flat surfaces.
    Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated Blade—Titanium nitride extends blade life and is nonstick.
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    Offset Handle
    7"1 3/4"Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated Stainless SteelRubber Handle
    ManualRightBlunt PointStraight/Serrated3768A12000000
     

    High-Force Sheet Metal-Cutting Snips

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Sheet Metal-Cutting Snips. High-Force Sheet Metal-Cutting Snips.
    Image of Specification. Cutting Pattern - Straight, Right Curves. Front orientation. Straight Cutting Pattern. High-Force Sheet Metal-Cutting Snips, Right-Curved Cutting Pattern.
    Image of Specification. Cutting Pattern - Straight, Left Curves. Front orientation. Straight Cutting Pattern. High-Force Sheet Metal-Cutting Snips, Left-Curved Cutting Pattern.
    Image of Specification. Cutting Pattern - Straight, Right Curves, Left Curves. Front orientation. Straight Cutting Pattern. High-Force Sheet Metal-Cutting Snips, Left-Curved Cutting Pattern, Right-Curved Cutting Pattern.

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    A double hinge provides high cutting force with low gripping pressure. These snips are also known as aviation snips.
    Spring-Assisted Open—A spring opens the jaws for quick cutting.
    Serrated Edge—Blades are serrated to prevent slipping.
    Latch Lock—A locking latch holds jaws together when the snips are not in use.
    For Max. Thk.
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    Cutting Pattern—Straight, Right Curves, Left Curves
     
    For Use On Aluminum, Brass, Copper, Iron, Nickel, Plastic, Stainless Steel, Steel, Tin, and Titanium
    10"1 3/4"1/64"1/64"1/64"SteelSteelBlack/YellowPlasticSpring AssistedSerrated × SerratedLatchHigh Force3832A105000000
     
    Cutting Pattern—Straight, Right Curves
     
    For Use On Aluminum, Brass, Copper, Iron, Nickel, Stainless Steel, Steel, Tin, and Titanium
    10"1 1/4"3/64"1/64"1/64"SteelSteelGreenRubber
    Spring AssistedSerrated × SerratedLatchHigh Force3832A10600000
     
    Cutting Pattern—Straight, Left Curves
     
    For Use On Aluminum, Brass, Copper, Iron, Nickel, Stainless Steel, Steel, Tin, and Titanium
    10"1 1/4"3/64"1/64"1/64"SteelSteelRedRubber
    Spring AssistedSerrated × SerratedLatchHigh Force3832A10700000
     

    Scissors for Wire Cutting and Stripping

    Image of ProductInUse. Style C. Front orientation. Scissors. Scissors for Wire Cutting and Stripping, Straight Handle, Style C.

    Style C

    Also known as electricians' shears, the back edge of the blade has a file to clean contacts.
    Use handles to get more leverage for cutting. They also reduce hand fatigue when making repeated cuts.
    Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated Blade—Titanium-nitride (TiN)-coated blades maintain their sharp cutting edge longer than uncoated stainless steel blades. They also have a nonstick surface. The stainless steel under this coating is corrosion resistant, so your scissors won’t rust if the coating wears away.
    Serrated Edge—Serrated blades grip material to prevent slipping.
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    Straight Handle
    C6 1/2"1 3/4"Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated Stainless SteelPlastic HandleManualRight, LeftPointSerrated/Serrated3890A101000000
     

    High-Force Sheet Metal-Cutting Snips with Offset Handles

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Sheet Metal-Cutting Snips. High-Force Sheet Metal-Cutting Snips with Offset Handles, Style A.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Sheet Metal-Cutting Snips. High-Force Sheet Metal-Cutting Snips with Offset Handles, Style B.

    Style A

    Style B

    Image of Specification. Cutting Pattern - Straight, Right Curves. Front orientation. Straight Cutting Pattern. High-Force Sheet Metal-Cutting Snips with Offset Handles, Right-Curved Cutting Pattern.

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    Image of Specification. Cutting Pattern - Straight, Left Curves. Front orientation. Straight Cutting Pattern. High-Force Sheet Metal-Cutting Snips with Offset Handles, Left-Curved Cutting Pattern.

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    Keep your hands clear of the material being cut with the offset handles on these snips. Also known as aviation snips, they have a double hinge that provides high cutting force with low gripping pressure. A spring opens the jaws for quick cutting, and a locking latch holds them together when the snips are not in use.
    Style B—Style B snips are easy to use with one hand since the handles don’t open wide. This makes them comfortable to grip. You can lock and unlock them with either hand.
    Serrated Edge—Serrated blades grip material to prevent slipping.
    For Max. Thk.
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    Cutting Pattern—Straight, Right Curves
     
    For Use On Aluminum, Brass, Copper, Iron, Nickel, Plastic, Stainless Steel, Steel, Tin, and Titanium
    A9 3/4"1 1/4"1/32"1/32"1/32"SteelSteelGreenPlasticSpring AssistedSerrated × SerratedLatchHigh Force3558A103000000
    B9 1/8"1 1/4"3/64"1/32"1/64"SteelSteelBlack/RedRubber
    Spring AssistedStraight × StraightLatchHigh Force3558A10100000
     
    Cutting Pattern—Straight, Left Curves
     
    For Use On Aluminum, Brass, Copper, Iron, Nickel, Plastic, Stainless Steel, Steel, Tin, and Titanium
    A9 3/4"1 1/4"1/32"1/32"1/32"SteelSteelRedPlasticSpring AssistedSerrated × SerratedLatchHigh Force3558A10400000
    B9 1/8"1 1/4"3/64"1/32"1/64"SteelSteelBlack/RedRubber
    Spring AssistedStraight × StraightLatchHigh Force3558A10200000
     
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