Care and treatment of scissors

Care, safety, sharpening

Scissors that are properly looked after can be enjoyed for a long time. But incorrect use and handling will ruin them.

The following advice should be noted:

Keeping scissors safe

Dust, fluff and the remains of cutting material should be wiped off the cutting edges and blades. The scissors should be stored in a dry place. This applies particularly to nickel-plated, carbon steel scissors and shears because the unprotected areas of the surface are prone to corrosion in damp air.

Maintaining the easy closing action

Now and then a drop of fine oil should be given to the screw slot and the between. Thus the easy closing force of the scissors will be maintained.

Regrinding

If a pair of scissors is used extensively, the cutting performance may suffer. It is then advisable to seek the service of a specialist retailer or of one of ZWILLING J.A. HENCKELS own retail shops. But: only high-quality scissors which are screwed together can be done up this way.