Color | Silver |
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Material | Alloy Steel |
Brand | Fiskars |
Blade Material | Stainless Steel |
Product Dimensions | 10"L x 3.9"W |
Style | 8" Stainless Steel |
Item Weight | 0.45 Pounds |
Blade Length | 8 Inches |
Blade Edge | Straight |
Finish Type | Polished |
Handle Material | Stainless Steel |
Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
Manufacturer | GINGHER |
Part Number | 220520-1102 |
Item Weight | 7.2 ounces |
Country of Origin | Italy |
Item model number | 220520-1102 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Size | 8 inches |
Finish | Polished |
Pattern | Edge Dressmaker's Shears |
Power Source | Hand Powered |
Item Package Quantity | 1 |
Included Components | Shears |
Batteries Included? | No |
Batteries Required? | No |
Warranty Description | Full lifetime warranty. |
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Gingher Dressmaker's Fabric Scissors - 8" Stainless Steel Shears - Sharp Knife Edge Fabric Scissors with Protective Sheath
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Color | Silver |
Material | Alloy Steel |
Brand | Fiskars |
Blade Material | Stainless Steel |
Product Dimensions | 10"L x 3.9"W |
About this item
- ARTS AND CRAFTS STAPLE: Gingher Knife-edge Dressmaker Shears are made of premium, forged steel with precision-ground, knife-edge blades that cut multiple layers easily; Great addition to your craft supplies
- PRECISION ART SUPPLIES: Longer cut length is ideal for cutting patterns, trimming seams, or cutting long swaths of fabric; Pair with a Fiskars cutting mat or ruler for precise measurements during your next project; Ideal addition to holiday gift sets
- LONG LASTING AND RELIABLE: Hand-finished blades feature double-plated chrome-over-nickel finish that's both striking and durable; Fiskars craft supplies and materials are built to last
- COMFORTABLE AND CONVENIENT: Bent handle helps hold fabric flat for comfortable, mistake-free cutting; Protective nylon sheath enables storage when not in use
- QUALITY TOOLS FOR ARTS AND CRAFTS: From scissors and cutting mats, rotary and paper cutters, to classroom essentials, scissors for kids, and quilting and scrapbooking supplies, Fiskars crafting tools are designed to help you do what you do best:
- INCLUDES: 1 8" Gingher Knife-edge Dressmaker Shears with nylon sheath; Full lifetime warranty
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ASIN | B000UU6SR4 |
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Best Sellers Rank | #456 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing (See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing) #13 in Craft Scissors |
Date First Available | April 21, 2004 |
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Gingher Knife-edge Dressmaker Shears are meticulously crafted of premium, forged steel with long, precision-ground blades that cut multiple layers of fabric easily, all the way to the tip. The longer cut length makes them the ideal craft scissors for cutting patterns, trimming seams, or cutting long swaths of fabric. The double-plated chrome-over-nickel blade finish is both striking and durable. A bent handle design helps hold fabric flat on your work surface for smooth, comfortable, mistake-free cutting. These Fiskars scissors also include a protective nylon sheath for storage among your other quilting supplies when not in use.
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Easy to use | 4.8 | 4.6 | 5.0 | 4.6 | 5.0 | 4.8 |
Comfort | — | 4.1 | 4.8 | 4.4 | 5.0 | 5.0 |
Ergonomic | 4.8 | 4.5 | 4.9 | 4.4 | — | — |
Maneuverability | 4.9 | — | 5.0 | — | 4.8 | — |
Durability | 4.8 | — | — | 4.7 | — | 5.0 |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Product Movement | PLEXSUPPLY. | Amazon.com | PLEXSUPPLY. | Kai Scissors |
material | Alloy Steel | leather | leather | chrome | — | Carbon Steel |
style | 8" Stainless Steel | Classic | Classic | 4" Embroidery Scissors | Curved | Professional |
hand orientation | Ambidextrous | Ambidextrous | Ambidextrous | Ambidextrous | Ambidextrous | Ambidextrous |
finish type | Polished | — | Gold | Polished | Polished | — |
handle material | Stainless Steel | Alloy Steel | Leather | Leather | Alloy Steel | Stainless Steel |
weight | 0.45 pounds | 0.1 pounds | 0.01 ounces | 0.1 pounds | 0.02 pounds | 8.5 ounces |
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Customers are satisfied with the sharpness of the scissors. They mention that they are the best and sharpest scissors they have ever used. They also say that they do a great job cutting fabric and t-shirt material like a pro. However, some customers have reported issues with the hard metal handle.
"...These stay sharp, don't feel too big in my hand, and I can use them with my left hand as well, which is always a huge win in my book...." Read more
"...They're smoother, lighter-weight, sharper, nicer engineering, and they offer a $14 sharpening service. Wow. Them's be some sharp scissors. Holy cow...." Read more
"These are sharp and cut extremely well, so be careful! They are great to hold and the balance is good." Read more
"Nice shears. They are very sharp and precise. I highly recommend it!" Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the scissors. For example, they mention that it's well-made, sturdy, and has a smooth operation. Some appreciate the solid metal and the nice engineering. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend them to others.
"...They're sturdier and easier to use than the cheapies and give great results...." Read more
"...They're smoother, lighter-weight, sharper, nicer engineering, and they offer a $14 sharpening service. Wow. Them's be some sharp scissors. Holy cow...." Read more
"...The blade is uniformly sharp all across and the end makes good, straight snips.Very nice design...." Read more
"These are not the cheapest but they are well made and very sharp. Quality product!" Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the scissors. They say it is well-priced, worth every penny and that it is major quality for very little money. Customers also like the engineering and the sharpening service that is offered.
"...lighter-weight, sharper, nicer engineering, and they offer a $14 sharpening service. Wow. Them's be some sharp scissors. Holy cow...." Read more
"...Extremely sharp! Great purchase!" Read more
"...Definitely a good price." Read more
"...Wonderful quality at an affordable price. Thank you" Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the scissors. They mention that it is a really good looking pair of scissors, beautifully finished, and razor sharp. The attention to detail in the finish grind is superb, and the edges are designed like chisels. They are also great to use when seeing and cutting material.
"Nice shears. They are very sharp and precise. I highly recommend it!" Read more
"...Very nice design. Not uncomfortable to hold despite the weight of it...." Read more
"...blades, I see that they are thickest blades I have and edges are designed like chisels...." Read more
"...Perfectly balanced and beautifully finished." Read more
Customers like the weight of the scissors. They mention it has a good weight, is perfect in your hand, and is super sharp for easy cutting of all kinds of fabric.
"...But the Kai 7000 series were simply better. They're smoother, lighter-weight, sharper, nicer engineering, and they offer a $14 sharpening service...." Read more
"...They are very sharp and a good weight for my hand." Read more
"...They are heavy and fully metal, making them feel quite durable and sturdy when in use. They glide through fabric and paper alike...." Read more
"A little heavy but cuts really nice." Read more
Customers like the comfort of the scissors. For example, they say they feel good in their hand, are well balanced, and a pleasure to hold and use. Customers also say that the scissors are ergonomic and substantial, reducing hand fatigue. They smooth down the fabric with no tugging, catching, or stretching.
"...Very nice design. Not uncomfortable to hold despite the weight of it...." Read more
"...Sharp, comfortable to use, and amazing tool for dressmakers, home-sewers and quilters." Read more
"...3. Karen Kay Buckley Scissors – Most Comfortable Grip. ( Good for crafts and quilting, I own one.)4 .Scotch Kids Scissors – Best for Kids...." Read more
"...The only reason these get a 4/5 stars is b/c I do find it hard to get my fingers out of the holes due to the way they're shaped...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the scissors. They say that it works well, gives great results, and is easy to use. Some mention that the scissors are an investment that improves their work. Overall, most are happy with the purchase and recommend them to others.
"...They're sturdier and easier to use than the cheapies and give great results...." Read more
"...These scissors have improved my work so much!. A must have!..." Read more
"Are they pricy yes anything good is 😅 for me they work wonderful I love them 🩷just don’t loose them 👀🙏🏼..." Read more
"...I bought them and let me tell you. They work just fine, no problem there. Great scissors. But...." Read more
Customers find the scissors easy to use. They mention that it's easy to handle, pick up, and use a honing steel on it to keep the edge intact. They also say that the clear cut lines make it easier to pin and sew. Customers say that it saves hours of frustration and makes childbirth a pleasure.
"...They're sturdier and easier to use than the cheapies and give great results...." Read more
"...left-handed, and the scissors are ambidextrous, making them easy to use on either hand...." Read more
"...It's a lovely weight, perfect length, easy to use, smoooooooth cut. LOVE THIS SO MUCH" Read more
"...The result was super clear cut lines making it easier to pin then sew." Read more
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Pinking Shears ***** I was tired of fighting with the plastic-handled cheapies that I learned I couldn't get resharpened and got a couple pair of these. They're sturdier and easier to use than the cheapies and give great results.
Knife Edge 8" Shears***** After using my friend's while sewing at their home, I knew I'd found the "good" pair of fabric scissors I needed. These stay sharp, don't feel too big in my hand, and I can use them with my left hand as well, which is always a huge win in my book.
Knife Edge 5" Sewing Scissors***** I work on a lot of doll clothes so having a smaller pair of excellent shears makes cutting out those patterns much easier.
Gingher Epaulette 3.5"**** The cutting surface on these is fantastic. The only reason these get a 4/5 stars is b/c I do find it hard to get my fingers out of the holes due to the way they're shaped.
One of the best parts about owning these is sending them back to the factory when they need sharpened is pretty simple, especially for the pinking shears.
1. The Kai 7250: 10 inch Professional Shears N7250 (7250) - Professional Shears
2. The Gingher 10 Inch Knife Edge Bent Trimmers (Note: I list these here because I prefer this length, but I only tested the 8" and 12" models below.)
3. The Kai 7300: 12 inch Professional Shears N7300 (7300) - Professional Shears
4. The Gingher Knife Edge Bent Trimmers 12
5. The Gingher G-8T KE Tailors Shears, 8-Inch
6. The Gingher G-8 8-Inch Knife-Edge Dressmaker's Shears
7. The "Kai 110: 11 inch Tailoring Shears S-110 (S-110) - Professional Shears"
8. The "Kai 7240-AS: 10 inch Serrated Edge Shears N7240-AS (7240-AS) - Professional Shears"
I bought all the Ginghers on Amazon, and all the Kais from their web site (Amazon doesn't sell them). I evaluated them by cutting eight 4" long layered sheets of lightweight cotton fabric at once. My criteria were:
- smoothness of cutting
- was the edge straight, or did it wave?
- comfort of scissors (hand position, weight, tightness of grip)
- how often did I have to open the scissors to cut the 4" fabric?
With all 8" shears I had to open them too often, resulting in more effort needed to get a straight cut. With all 12" shears I had to open them too wide, which was difficult even with my very large (size 10+) hands. I thus settled on a 10" pair.
The Ginghers are all excellent -- better than any of those colored-handle shears I've tried. They are rumored to last 25 years, and they're not that expensive ($25). Of those, the tailoring shears were ever-so-slightly smoother than the dressmaker shears. Not sure why.
But the Kai 7000 series were simply better. They're smoother, lighter-weight, sharper, nicer engineering, and they offer a $14 sharpening service. Wow. Them's be some sharp scissors. Holy cow. Did the "let's gently run my thumb perpedicular to this blade" test and a minute later realized I was bleeding... Didn't even feel it. Must also say the customer service was top-notch. They sent me the 3 pair I wanted to test in advance, and didn't charge my card till I picked the one I liked best.
Yes, they're $70. But Gingher's 10" pair are $50, too. If you're looking for the best bang for your buck, I'd get the "Gingher G-8T KE Tailors Shears, 8-Inch" ($25). If you're looking for the best fabric shears period, I'd get the Kai 7000 series (the 10" ones for me).
Update (01/09/2013): A fellow reviewer pointed out to me that Amazon now carries some of the Kai shears. I have added links above to those they carry at this time. And I still recommend looking at the manufacturer's web site. They offered me super service -- really above and beyond.
Very nice design. Not uncomfortable to hold despite the weight of it. The very tip at the end (not the cutting surface) is blunt enough that it won't scratch or cut you if you bump it by accident, and the slight angle means it will bump your fingers to let you know it's there before you end up with skin in the cutting zone. I'm a little clumsy, but I feel like I can be safe with these very sharp scissors as long as I'm careful and respectful of them.
I appreciate the sheath it comes with for storage. Protects the scissors from damage and protects me from accidental injury!
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Son lo suficientemente grandes, pesadas sin ser incómodo y cómodas al agarrarlas. Lo primero que noté es que realmente están afiladas, actualmente estoy trabajando con sedas y rayones y, quienes cosemos, sabemos que se requiere un muy buen filo para lograr un buen corte. Sin duda las recomendaría :)
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 4, 2022