Scissors & Shears
Professional surgical scissors for tissue dissection, suture removal and wound care. Mayo, Metzenbaum, iris and bandage scissors. Surgical steel. Free UK delivery. Worldwide shipping.
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Jewellers Shears/ Scissors, 17.8 cm Curved Blade, PVC Handle, Metal Snips -
Jewellers Shears, 17.8 cm Straight Blade, PVC Handle, Metal Snips for Jewellery Making -
Jewellers Shear, Wide Blade, Stainless Steel, Sheet and Strip Cutting, 7.25 Inch, Silversmith Tool -
Heavy Duty Jewellery Shears with Bent Handle, Wide Blades, for Thick Sheet and Wire, 160 mm -
Heavy Duty Jewellers Shear, Stainless Steel Short Blade, Curved Yellow Handles, 5-1/5 Inch, for Jewellery, Hobby and Crafts -
Heavy Duty Jewellers Shear with Stainless Steel Short Blade, Curved Red Handles, 5-1/2 Inch, for Jewellery, Hobby and Crafts -
Aquarium Plant Scissors, 60 Degree AngledStainless Steel, 19 cm Length, Professional Tool for Aquascaping Maintenance and Live Plant Trimming -
Aquarium Plant Scissors, 45 Degree Angled, Stainless Steel, 7.5" Long, Professional Tool for Aquascaping Maintenance and Trimming, Live Plants and Tank Care -
Accushears Heavy Duty Wire Cutters Pliers with 6 Holes, 8"", Adjustable Stop, up to 6 Gauge, Stainless Steel Jewellery Tool -
6 Inch Micro Spring Straight Scissors, Multi Purpose, Aquarium Plants, Hobby, Beading, Sewing, Crafts, Embroidery, Decoupage, Quilting, Applique, Detail Work -
6 Inch Micro Spring Curved Scissors, Multi Purpose, Aquarium Plants, Hobby, Beading, Sewing, Crafts, Embroidery, Decoupage, Quilting, Applique, Detail Work -
6 Inch Half Duckbill Applique Scissors, Curved Embroidery Lace Thread Quilting Shears, Double Bent Curved Offset Handle for Embroidery, Fabric, Thread, Knitting, Sewing, Arts & Craft -
6 Inch Blue Half Duckbill Applique Scissors, Curved Embroidery Lace Thread Quilting Shears, Double Bent Curved Offset Handle for Embroidery, Fabric, Thread, Knitting, Sewing, Arts & Craft -
3-Piece Stainless Steel Aquarium Kit, Spatula, Shears/ Scissors, Tweezer Set, Fish Tank cleaning, Maintaining Decorating Tools with Storage Pouch, Black -
Blue Lister Bandage Scissors, 5.5 Inch, Stainless Steel, First Aid, Tensionrite Clip, Blunt Tip, Ambidextrous -
Full Duckbill Applique Scissors 6 Inch, Rainbow Multicolor Finish, Curved Offset Handle, for Embroidery Quilting Sewing Fabric Cutting -
Blue Lister Bandage Scissors, Stainless Steel, 3.5 Inch, First Aid, Straight Blade, Ambidextrous -
3.5 Inch Lister Bandage Scissors, Stainless Steel, Silver, Straight Blade, Ambidextrous, First Aid -
6" Full Duckbill Applique Scissors, Curved Double Bent Offset Handle for Embroidery, Fabric, Thread, Quilting, Knitting, Sewing, Arts & Craft -
Blue 4.5 Inch Lister Bandage Scissors, Stainless Steel, Straight Blade, Ambidextrous, First Aid -
Blue Lister Bandage Scissors, 7.5 Inch, Stainless Steel, Straight Blade, Ambidextrous, First Aid -
Rainbow Lister Bandage Scissors, 5.5 Inch, Stainless Steel, Multi Colour, First Aid, Tensionrite Clip -
4.5 Inch Lister Bandage Scissors, Stainless Steel, Silver, Straight Blade, Ambidextrous, First Aid Scissors -
Lister Bandage Scissors, 5.5 Inch, Stainless Steel, First Aid, Tensionrite Clip
The Toolsmith scissors and shears range covers the cutting jobs that sit between pliers and a saw - sheet metal snips, straight and curved trimmers, embroidery scissors for thread and beading work, pinking shears, aviation snips and jewellery-weight metal shears.
Every pair is specified for the job: hardened stainless blades, true pivot fit, and handle ergonomics that don't fatigue the grip over a long bench session. UK stocked, same-day dispatch before 2pm, 30-day returns.
Who buys from this range
Bench jewellers trimming sheet, beaders cutting Nymo and Fireline thread, embroidery and millinery makers, jewellery students, and repair studios wanting dedicated thread and wire scissors away from the bench knife.
Scissors by job
- Sheet metal snips: straight, left-cut, right-cut - for silver, copper, brass sheet up to gauge 18
- Bead & thread scissors: fine-point embroidery scissors for knotted beadwork and fine thread
- Curved embroidery scissors: get into corners and under work
- Pinking shears: patterned edge for fabric and leather trimming
- Aviation / compound-leverage snips: for heavier gauge sheet
How to choose
For sheet metal, match the snip to the cut direction: straight for straight lines, left-cut for curves that turn left, right-cut for the opposite. For thread, a spring-return embroidery scissor or a simple sharp fine-point pair beats household scissors every time. Always keep a dedicated pair for metal; cutting thread with metal snips blunts them faster than sheet does.
Frequently asked questions
Straight, left-cut, right-cut snips - which do I need?
Straight for straight lines. Left-cut turns left more easily; right-cut turns right. For general sheet work, a straight or left-cut (for right-handers) covers most jobs.
What gauge sheet can these cut?
Check the product page - most pro snips cut up to gauge 18 in silver, gauge 20 in harder copper and brass. For thicker stock, use a saw.
Can I use embroidery scissors for beading thread?
Yes - a fine-point embroidery pair is ideal for Nymo, Fireline and C-Lon. Keep them out of the metal bench.
Do you dispatch the same day?
Yes - orders placed before 2pm UK weekdays ship same-day.
Do you offer trade pricing?
Yes - email info@toolsmithltd.co.uk.
