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Japanese Grip Scissors "Kenshi" Claw with box
Kenshi Traditional Japanese Grip Scissors
Kenshi Traditional Japanese Grip Scissors
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Kenshi Traditional Japanese Grip Scissors
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Japanese Grip Scissors "Kenshi"

Japanese Grip Scissors “Kenshi”

$152.00 – $202.00

Japanese Grip Scissors “Kenshi” are sawing snips created by Kenshi Terazaki who is one of the only two craftsmen in the world who have mastered the art of this traditional Japanese craft.  These scissors are hand forged and made by raditional Japanese method.  The way the steel is processed is totally unique to Japan and it’s been passed onto chosen craftsmen for centuries.

t requirs time and skills to make scissors of this quality and it is no doubt a labour of love.  All is done for reason and the result speaks for itself.  Just snip with a pair of Terazaki’s Japanese Grip Scissors “Kenshi” and you will know the difference.  You will also appreciate Terazaki’s efforts when you find his scissors are still sharp decades later.  These are desgined to last so you can pass them onto your grandchildren.
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SKU: TZ Categories: Grip Scissors, Sewing Tools, other, Gifts Tags: artisan_product, banshu hamono, Dressmaker Shears, dressmaking shears, fashion design, made in japan, sawing scissors, sawing snip, Sawing tool, Tachi Basami, tailor's tool, thread scissors, thread snip, White Paper, wool work
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Japanese Grip Scissors “Kenshi” are made by Kenshi Terazaki who is one of the only two craftsmen in the world mastered the art of this traditional Japanese craft.  These scissors are hand forged and made using traditional Japanese method.  The steel processing technique is totally unique to Japan and it’s been passed onto chosen craftsmen for centuries.  These scissors are typically used for sawing to cut threads and fabrics as well as wool work.  In Japan, traditional confectionary artists also use them to decorate sweets.

Why Japanese scissors are superior

Japanese Grip Scissors “Kenshi” are not cut from a sheet of steel like many other producrts these days. Instead they are made from a piece of steel hammered over 1,000 times.  Terazaki first hammers it into a long flat stick, then hardens it by putting it through 1,000°C heat then cooling it .  He hammers some more, blending in another type of steel for the edges.  He then skillfully polishes and sharpens it, giving perfectly sharp edges before folding it to a U shape.  The secret of Japanese scissors is in the back of the blades.  Perfectly crafting the back blades is crucial in giving users a continuously smooth and enjoyable cutting experience.  All of these steps need a trained eye and scissors of this quality cannot be mass produced.  They require time and skills to make and it is no doubt a labour of love.  All is done for reason and the result speaks for itself.  Just snip with a pair of Terazaki’s Japanese Grip Scissors “Kenshi” and you will realise the difference.  You will also appreciate Terazaki’s efforts when you find his scissors are still sharp decades later.  These are desgined to last so you can pass them onto your grandchildren.

How to tell your scissors are high quality

Most scissors perform fine when you cut close to the rivet or the screw.  Most decent scissors will also cut OK when the are brand new.  But the questions you should be asking are; will the scissors cut well using just  the tips?  Will they stay sharp after 10 years? Are they made to last for decades?  Terazaki’s grip scissors will tick all the boxes, performance far above any scissors of this type you will find on the market.  These snips are not only pretty, they give the high performance you expect and more so you will cherish them for a lifetime.

Specifications
Material: SK5 (Yellow Paper Grade Yasuki Steel)
Total Length: approx. 10.5cm
Weight: approx. 15g

Care Instructions
– Do not cut hard objects such as wire
– Suitable to cut fabric, thread and wool, also used as confectionary decorating tool
– To clean, you can use a blade cleaner or mild detergent.  Dry immediately and do not leave them wet.  We recommend camellia seed tool oil be applied after cleaning
– Keep in a dry place

Shipping & Returns

Delivery within 3 – 5 business days for Australian customers.
Free Shipping for over AUD$500.
We always do our best to dispatch orders on the same day, but this isn’t always possible.

International Shipping:

We ship to most international destinations.

North America and Asia: Economy from AUD$15 (approx. US$12)
Western Europe:  Economy from AUD$20 (approx. £12/€13)
For the rest of the world, please enquire.

Warranty & Returns

We offer a full refund for goods returned in original condition, at the customers cost, within 14 days.
All our tools (secateurs, scissors, shears and axes) are covered by a 2 year warranty.

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