Reasonably Rugged Scissors For Bag

[Zinc2005]

Do you all throw a pair of "basic" scissors in your tool bags? If so, recommend a pair that has held up well.

I have always done pretty well with Fiskars but I dono how heavy duty they come.

 

[mires]

What are you using them for?

 

[Zrexxer]

I kinda hate to admit it because there are dang few items I would recommend from Harbor Freight, but their $0.99 multipurpose scissors are a good value. I've got a pair in the kitchen, in every toolbox, in the truck, and in my bailout bag.

 

[rlitman]

Linesman's shears FTW.

 

[John in OH]

I kinda hate to admit it because there are dang few items I would recommend from Harbor Freight, but their $0.99 multipurpose scissors are a good value. I've got a pair in the kitchen, in every toolbox, in the truck, and in my bailout bag.

+1 Yep, I carry the same scissors in my toolboxes. Rugged and super cheap. If I do lose or damage them I've lost only $1. Grab another pair out of the drawer and good to go.

 

[timmyisme22]

Wiss Snip/Scissor set

They're fairly heavy-duty for the cost and work wonderfully. And yes, they are Wiss. Don't know why Sears has them listed as Cooper (both Apex, but still). Try in store as I got mine for $12 in November.

Another link to Amazon for posterity.

*1*
I did buy a set of the $1 HF scissor. Wanted a smoother cut for simple things (the Wiss ones are smooth, but gripped a bit). The HF will work fine for paper.

*2*
Finger hole sizes. I can fit 2 fingers (2 and a tip of a 3rd) in the HF hole. I can fit all 4 fingers up to the 2nd knuckle on the Wiss scissors. Thumb is awkward on the HF while I can slip my thumb up to my palm on the Wiss.

WEZSNIP & W912 scissors

 

[QtrHorse13]

I keep a pair of the medic/ trauma scissors in just about every bag/ tool box that I have. They are cheap, will cut just about anything and they won't tear up a cloth bag or poke you by accident.

 

[RAYJAY]

i keep a pair of the medic/ trauma scissors in just about every bag/ tool box that i have. They are cheap, will cut just about anything and they won't tear up a cloth bag or poke you by accident.

x2 on these

 

[kctyphoon]

i know im on a milwaukee kick these days but - you gotta admit they are really nice for the $$ -


the metal doesnt stop at the handles, rather the composite covers a full metal handle..

 

[jrcampbe]

My Klein electrician's scissors are never far from me. These are awesome and a leather belt-clip holster is available.

 

[kctyphoon]

the jameson version - and hell will freeze if you dont call then shears..

 

[kctyphoon]

jameson fiber shears...

 

[southalabama]

Gerbers and/or fiskers

Also have the Klein scissors in my wiring bag. I got them cause dad was a career telco man and he always had them so I like to have the tools he used so when he helps I'm covered.

 

[CJM8515]

EMT shears. They might not seem strong but they will cut a damn penny with some effort!

 

[Spire]

Best pair I have ever owned, bought on a recommendation from a Garage Journal post.

Engineer PH-55. Made in Japan

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005QTRJA4/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

[Ign]

Go to your local HD and handle the Milwaukee scissors. They have some heft to them, I've got both styles (straight and angled) in the shop. Limited use as I've only had them a short time but they're sweet thus far. I think they'd hold up well in a tool box or bag due to solid, full-metal construction. But honestly if weight is a concern these may not be your first choice, Milwaukee did not skimp on material here.

 

[Frank Dukes]

i recently bought these as my shop scissors. very nice and usa made.

http://www.menards.com/main/tools-h...-utility-snip-shop-shear/p-1455896-c-9123.htm

 

[Farmall450]

+1 Yep, I carry the same scissors in my toolboxes. Rugged and super cheap. If I do lose or damage them I've lost only $1. Grab another pair out of the drawer and good to go.

+2 use a coupon and then they're free!

 

[Fordman7795]

My Klein electrician's scissors are never far from me. These are awesome and a leather belt-clip holster is available.

+1. Usa made, heavy duty, well built

 

[Fordman7795]

i recently bought these as my shop scissors. very nice and usa made.

http://www.menards.com/main/tools-h...-utility-snip-shop-shear/p-1455896-c-9123.htm

Me personally, i hate those. They are very awkward to use

 

[Frank Dukes]

ya know, i had that concern but i also have many pairs of cheap scissors around the shop and when you need a pair that will cut something with a little heft to it these cant be beat beyond going to aviation snips or something of the like. these are rated for up to 26 gauge sheet metal. different applications require different tools. if i had to pick just one pair to have with me i would want them to do whatever i required and not worry about having the only pair i have be HF cheapies. those kleins do look nice too.

 

[Jim C.]

i recently bought these as my shop scissors. very nice and usa made.

http://www.menards.com/main/tools-h...-utility-snip-shop-shear/p-1455896-c-9123.htm

I also have a pair of these, made by Midwest in the USA (Michigan I think). They cut exceptionally well, but I'd like them more if they had traditional finger holes versus straight handles.

Jim C.

 

[Davefr]

Clauss, take your pick. (not cheap but good quality)

http://www.claussco.com/

 

[Jawn]

No idea what brand they are, but I have some that were sold off as expendable by a chicken processing plant. They're solid stainless and cut well... plenty of life left.

 

[stonesfan68]

I have the Fiskar Shop Boss scissors and like them a lot.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B006V8777O/?tag=atomicindus08-20


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[cheechi]

Well I have at least a pair of nearly everything listed so far, what I like best for the truck box is Husky titanium coated, with the lock lever to keep them closed.

they came as part of a set a few years back. I picked up 2 sets on clearance as they were bringing in the Milwaukee hand tools and I think as the HDX brand was first coming in.

My absolute favourite 'rugged' pair is a Fiskars that looks like pruning shears, and was sold with a plastic belt clip sheath. I think I paid $8 for them but they were much more originally; these stay in the shop and are my go do for everything from tubing, packaging, you name it.

 

[Cosmicowboy]

Bought these Klein Bent Trimmers last week, seem great so far. Hefty, rugged, sharp, USA made, and only $22.00!

http://www.homedepot.com/p/Klein-Tools-11-1-4-in-Bent-Trimmers-23011/100647708

 

[LA1]

I have a pair of the HFT scissors as pictured in a few posts up. I also have a pair of "bandage" scissors I bought at a surplus computer show along with forceps and others. probably could find a pair on ebay. They work great and seem to never dull. The HFT scissors I use in the kitchen and have soon lost the ability to cut thin items, seems to jam between the blades instead of cutting this also seems to have what happened to the other pait they replaced. Maybe just need sharpening.

 

[Zrexxer]

The HFT scissors I use in the kitchen and have soon lost the ability to cut thin items, seems to jam between the blades instead of cutting

Maybe I just got lucky with the ones I have... I used a pair of mine to cut abrasive "skateboard tape" to put on the running boards of a horse trailer, figuring it would destroy them and I'd just throw them out. But the danged things were unfazed by the abuse and will still cut stuff as thin as gift-wrap.

 

[Fugio]

For fabric and leather, these are the best that money can buy, but you have to get them sharpened once in a while:

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000UU6SR4/?tag=atomicindus08-20

I REALLY like these for cutting most anything except wire:

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00P7FFH06/?tag=atomicindus08-20

And for everything else I carry a cheap pair of Home Depot scissors that have a wire cutter built in. I get a pair whenever they go on clearance.

 

[wild cowboy]

when Fiskars named these scissors razor edge, I can promise you they were not exaggerating, I have cut myself severely and it made a believer out of me! - just touched the blade! - it really is razor sharp!

they have held up very well for 10 years!

 

[Strouty]

If you are actually looking for scissors style, the Kershaw taskmasters are awesome. They are made in Japan and the blades can be separated for cleaning and sharpening. I bought a couple pairs when amazon was running a special on Kershaw items. I think it was $34.95 delivered for two pairs.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002IMMEW/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[Ruthless53]

Ordered a couple pairs of these from Lee Valley and I love them!!!

http://www.leevalley.com/US/garden/page.aspx?cat=2,42194,62551&p=72577

 

[Hpozzuoli]

Here's what I use. Mine are in my daily bag.

 

[Hpozzuoli]

Not so good of a pic the first time. Wiss W10T

 

[dr_clyde]

I keep a pair of Kershaw Taskmasters in each toolbox. Very good scissors. I bought mine off the tool truck but amazon has them for a few bucks cheaper.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002IMMEW/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[dede2897234]

I have owned this Wiss MPX compound action cutter for some years: Amazon.

They were made in the US (I don't know now) and have cut through anything (DIY work) with their heavy duty blades. This cutter features comfortable handles and a serrated bottom blade for better cutting results.


Dave

 

[IUEC Medic]

Trauma shears. Go to any medical supply store and they're 3-4 bucks each and they can cut through most materials pretty well.

 

[Mark in Indiana]

I've done really well with the HF scissors that you get for free. They are very handy for paper, rags & thin gasket mtl.

 

[jptbay]

I have these Klein 22003 scissors and they are fantastic. Had to buy a second set because my wife got her hands on the first pair and laid claim to them.