17th, 18th, 19th, Century Style Shears / Scissors at GoodNotions.com

17th, 18th, 19th, Century Style Shears / Scissors

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You are bidding on one new pair of these ancient-style scissors.

This design of shears has been common since at least the 17th century. The blades measure 1.5". Overall length is 4 inches. They are compact, constructed of steel, very sharp, and hold an edge well.

A perfect addition to a historical period sewing kit, your haversack, "possibles bag", or hunting pouch. Great for history buffs, re-enactors and living historians.

Would fit in nearly any early American period. Also useful as bonsai, floral, and sewing snips.

Manufactured by the Hangzhou Zhang Xiaoquan Scissors Factory which was established in 1663. Should be appropriate for F&I, Colonial, Revolutionary War, Longhunter, Fur Trade / Mountain Man period reenacting or living history presentation.

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