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This section provides an overview for all-purpose scissors as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 11 all-purpose scissors manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked all-purpose scissors companies as of April, 2025: 1.WOLF-Garten, 2.CM Group Holdings, Inc., 3.Victorinox Swiss Army, Inc..
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All-purpose scissors are scissors that can be used for all purposes.
They can cut a variety of things, including metal, foodstuffs, and thick cardboard. General scissors are designed for cutting paper, cloth, etc., so they must be used for specific purposes.
All-purpose scissors, on the other hand, have the advantage that they can cut a very wide range of materials, eliminating the need to use multiple pairs of scissors. Any material can be used without changing scissors, and there is a way to keep them in the kitchen for cooking. Since they are a frequently used and easy-to-use item, each household now has one of these commodities.
All-purpose scissors can be used in eight different ways: as scissors, knives, skin peelers, scales removers, bone cutters, shell crackers, can openers, and bottle openers. The appeal of all-purpose Scissors is that they can be used for everything from hard objects such as metal sheets and plastics to thick objects such as carpets, in addition to paper and thread.
They are very useful not only for DIY but also for cleaning, such as making gardening braces and thinning what would otherwise be bulky trash. Some of them can even be used to tighten fish caught during fishing.
In addition to their function as scissors, many of them also have a bottle opener and can opener.
All-purpose scissors have a simple structure with two blades connected by a shaft. The mechanism uses the principle of leverage to create a large shearing force.
In the case of ordinary scissors, the part where the fingers are inserted (handle) is called the "force point," the part where the blades overlap (shaft) is called the "fulcrum," and the part where the blades apply force to paper, etc. is called the "action point. The shorter the distance between the blade (point of action) and the shaft (fulcrum), the greater the shearing force, and the longer the distance, the smaller the shearing force.
All-purpose scissors can cut tough materials such as metal wire by the leverage principle, but there is another important mechanism. In addition to the "Urasuki," which is an indentation on the inside of the blade, there is also a "Sori," which is curved from the base of the blade to the tip of the blade.
This mechanism allows the blade to strike only one point when cutting, creating a large amount of force. All-purpose scissors have several mechanisms that improve sharpness, turning a small force into a large force, and allowing you to work more efficiently.
When choosing all-purpose scissors, you need to check the following 6 points
The material of the handle has a great influence on how comfortable the handle is to grip. While most handles are made of resin, some are made of low-resilience material, which provides a good cushioning and gripping force.
When purchasing all-purpose scissors for long hours of work, this is the material you should give priority to. In addition, there are a variety of other products available, including rubber materials, so we recommend that you touch them at a store and choose the one that suits you best.
Since the condition after cutting varies depending on the ease of force and grip, it is important to check whether the shape of the handle is suitable for you by actually cutting. The handle shape of all-purpose scissors can be symmetrical or asymmetrical in size, oval or circular, etc.
The shape of the blade to be selected depends on the material to be cut and how it is to be cut. It is important to understand the characteristics of each blade and select the one that best suits the purpose of use.
Stainless steel is recommended. On the other hand, if you are a frequent user of all-purpose scissors, carbon steel with high strength and good blade durability is the best choice.
Like kitchen knives, scissors are available in right-handed and left-handed versions. When held by the dominant hand, scissors are held with the blade with the handle on the thumb side open downward, making it easier to see the part to be cut.
However, if you use a type of scissors that does not fit your dominant hand, not only will it be difficult to see the part to be cut, but the blade engagement will be weakened by using the scissors in the opposite direction.
As with general scissors, it is important to select all-purpose scissors of a type that suits your dominant hand.
If the scissors have a can opener or bottle opener, you can use them for cooking. All-purpose scissors, which are usually used as tools, can also be used for outdoor activities.
If you are particular about multifunctionality, it is a good idea to check the attached functions while imagining in what situations you can make use of them.
*Including some distributors, etc.
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Victorinox Swiss Army, Inc. founded in 1884 and located in Ibach, Schwyz, Switzerland, is a manufacturer and distributor of the "Original Swiss Army Knife." The company's product range includes Swiss Army Knives, Cutlery, Watches, Travel Gear, and Fragrances. These products are used for various daily and professional tasks. Industries served are outdoor activities, culinary, travel, and general consumers. Beyond manufacturing, the company offers global distribution, product maintenance, customer support, and quality assurance.
HOZAN TOOL INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD., established in 1946 in Naniwa-ku, Osaka, Japan, is a manufacturer and supplier of electronics and bicycle tools. Their product range includes soldering irons for electronics assembly, various types of multimeters for electrical measurements, pliers for wire manipulation, diverse screwdrivers for fastening tasks, and wire strippers for precise wire preparation. Additionally, they also offer chemical products such as anti-rust oils, freezer sprays, cutting oil, and dusters.
TAMIYA, INC., established in 1984 and headquartered in Shizuoka, Japan, is a manufacturer of hobby products like plastic model kits and educational construction kits. The company started with making educational wooden models in its sawmill, and eventually developed as a specialized wooden and plastic model kit manufacturer. It offers various motored automobile kits and educational kits such as construction, solar and robotics kits for kids, remote control cars, scale models, structural parts as well as various tools, paints and finishing materials. The company has local retailers and agents in most countries to supply its products, whose can be found on the website.
ENGINEER INC, founded in 1948 and headquartered in Osaka, Japan, serves as a manufacturer and supplier of professional hand tools, specializing in tools for the electronics industry. Its wide-ranging products, including cutting pliers, crimping pliers, gripping pliers, screw extractors, and scissors, are instrumental in precision work, circuit assembly, and electronics repair. These tools are designed to enhance precision and efficiency, making it invaluable for professionals in electronics, where accuracy is paramount.
Fiskars UK Limited, established in 1649 in Finland, is a manufacturer and distributor of an array of products, specializing in gardening tools, kitchenware, and outdoor equipment. The company's extensive product portfolio includes a wide range of items, such as the finger loop bypass pruner P44, the solid snip pruning micro-tip SP13, the Ergo cultivator hoe, the Norden splitting axe N12, and the Xact soil rake with a 370mm width, among numerous others. This diverse lineup includes gardening tools for pruning and shaping plants, kitchen tools for food preparation, crafting tools for DIY projects, and sewing tools for fabric cutting.
STANLEY, established in 1843 is a manufacturer and supplier of hand tools, power tools, storage, and accessories headquartered in New Britain, Connecticut, USA. The company’s hand tools portfolio includes hammers, wrenches, pliers & snips, lasers & instruments, and automotive, manual fastening & plumbing tools. It also offers power tools including grinders & polishers, impact drivers & wrenches, sanders, saws, and screwdrivers & screw guns. The company offers products used in the automotive assembly, industrial construction, mobile telecommunications, solar panels, and appliances industries
Ted Pella, Inc., established in 1996, is a manufacturer and distributor of supplies, instruments, and laboratory equipment for electron, light, and atomic force microscopy. The company, which is based in Redding, California, offers products including adhesives, microscope cameras, chemicals, cleaning systems, and slide covers. Ted Pella has partnered with companies worldwide that distribute their products on their behalf, including Mastech International, Prositech, Agar Scientific, Katrin Field Incorporated, and Techforce Development Limited.
Ranking as of April 2025
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | WOLF-Garten |
15.7%
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| 2 | CM Group Holdings, Inc. |
14.6%
|
| 3 | Victorinox Swiss Army, Inc. |
12.4%
|
| 4 | TAMIYA, INC. |
10.1%
|
| 5 | Engineer |
9.0%
|
| 6 | HOZAN TOOL INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD. |
7.9%
|
| 7 | J & M Michaels Limited T/A Japanese Knife Company |
6.7%
|
| 8 | Fiskars UK Limited |
6.7%
|
| 9 | Stanley Black & Decker, Inc |
5.6%
|
| 10 | Ted Pella, Inc. |
5.6%
|
Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the all-purpose scissors page as of April 2025. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
|
Japan
|
3 | 42.9% |
|
United States of America
|
2 | 28.6% |
|
United Kingdom
|
2 | 28.6% |
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