Ernest Wright

GENERAL PURPOSE

Name: GENERAL PURPOSE
Brand: Ernest Wright
Price: 95.00 EUR
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100% handmade in Sheffield

sustainably produced

The all-purpose scissors

Ernest Wright's General Purpose Scissors are based on a decades-old design and were crafted in 2020 from rediscovered blanks. They are an ideal companion for working with textiles or for universal use around the home.

Thanks to their slim shape, sharp blades, and smooth handles, these all-purpose scissors are a joy to use every day, whether you need to cut paper, cardboard, tape, fabric, or anything else.

The General Purpose scissors come in a high-quality leather protective case.

Total length	160.5 mm
Blade length	76.2 mm
Weight	111 g
Height	85 mm
Steel	Drop-forged hygienic stainless steel
surface	Hand-polished

scope

Fabric processing, paper cutting, crafts, food preparation

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Scope of delivery

Ernest Wright Scissors General Purpose 6.5", leather case, certificate of authenticity

Shipping information

We'll ship your GENERAL PURPOSE to you free of charge and with no minimum order value via DHL GoGreen . After placing your order, you'll receive a notification with your tracking number. Shipping within the EU is also possible. Learn more about shipping and delivery .

Which scissors should I buy?

Find out which scissors are right for you in our Ernest Wright buying guide .

Product Safety Regulation (GPSR)

Information in accordance with the Product Safety Regulation (GPSR) can be found here .

Made in Sheffield

Ernest Wright – handmade scissors from England

The term "Made in Sheffield" represents the city's long tradition and heritage in the steel and manufacturing industries. Ernest Wright adheres to traditional manufacturing methods, despite the general decline of handmade scissors craftsmanship in the United Kingdom. The company's craftsmen are known as "putters" or "master-putter-togetherers."

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GENERAL PURPOSE von Ernest Wright

The indispensable companion for the household

Whether you're doing crafts with the kids, opening packages or cutting wrapping paper - the General Purpose is the scissors for all occasions. The General Purpose scissors are an important reason why Ernest Wright's scissors have found a valued place in many households around the world.

Why drop-forged stainless steel is ideal for all-purpose scissors

In the drop forging process, metal is shaped by pressing it into prefabricated cavities (dies). This process creates a dense and homogeneous material structure that ensures high strength and toughness. The hygienic stainless steel used in the General Purpose scissors is corrosion-resistant and has a smooth surface that effectively prevents the formation of bacteria.

What should be considered when maintaining the General Purpose?

After use, the General Purpose Scissors should be wiped with a dry cloth. When not in use, the scissors should be stored in a dry place, for example in the leather case that is included in the delivery. An occasional drop of oil (household or machine oil) on the screw area can protect against rust and ensure that the scissors move smoothly.

Why all-purpose scissors are an underestimated helper in everyday life

A pair of all-purpose scissors is like a Swiss Army knife for the home. They are small, handy and can handle a variety of everyday tasks. Whether opening packaging, cutting paper, shortening threads or preparing light snacks - a good pair of all-purpose scissors is indispensable for almost every household.

Our visit to Ernest Wright

In September 2024, the Iconic Tools team visited the factory in Sheffield. Upon entering the small workshop on Broad Lane, you can sense that history comes alive here: Old machines, some of which are over a hundred years old, still run like new. We had the unique opportunity to watch how simple blanks are transformed into unique, high-quality scissors through precise handcrafting. Every movement is perfect, every detail counts.

Find out more in our travel report

The manufacturing process of the scissors

Scissors like the GENERAL PURPOSE undergo a careful manufacturing process that ensures the highest quality in several steps to provide you with a product that will delight you for a lifetime.

Forging & Forming

The blank—the rough basic shape of the scissors—is created from glowing steel. The final polishing is then done by hand.

Grinding and hardening

The inside of the handle (arm) is smoothed with a belt sander. Depending on the model, the scissors are then hardened in a salt bath or under vacuum.

Rumbling

The scissor halves are treated overnight in a drum with ceramic stones, which is called a rumpler.
This removes fine sanding marks and makes the surface silky smooth.

composition

The "Putter-Togetherer" carefully joins the two halves of the scissors, ensuring a precise fit to ensure the characteristic smoothness.

Sharpening & polishing

The blades are sharpened on a traditional whetstone. Each pair of scissors is then polished to a high shine.

Quality control & engraving

The scissors are checked for quality. Only at the end, when everything is perfect, is the name "Ernest Wright" engraved into the scissors.

Who we are

Iconic Tools – What you need to do great things.

Iconic Tools is something special: a newly founded family business with a start-up character. Our goal? The marketing of the finest, exquisite and self-tested tools as a competent
Online specialist retailer.

Our story

The connection to the workshop, the material wood, the functional hand tools,
The handcrafting as a whole, at Iconic Tools goes back to the century before last.

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