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Fine Handmade Scissors and Shears since 1902

Made in Sheffield, each pair of Ernest Wright’s reflects over a century of knowledge, passion and character. Acquired once, they’ll love you for a lifetime.
HANDMADE IN SHEFFIELD

CRAFT, CARE AND TIME

Our traditional approach is what defines our perfectly functioning scissors and shears – and it’s also the reason why they might not be available the moment you fall in love with them.

Models listed as ‘in stock’ will be despatched within ten days of your order. Those available on backorder only will typically be despatched within 12 weeks.

If you’re interested in an ‘unavailable’ model, please email

ku.oc.thgirwtsenre@ofni so that we can add you to the relevant waiting list.

These scissors tell a centuries-long story. Your chapter is about to begin.
HANDMADE IN SHEFFIELD

We are committed to crafting scissors and shears with perfect performance.
Each pair is given all the time and care it needs.

To make all of this possible, we craft to order. This means we don’t sell off the shelf, since we don’t have any finished product in-stock. So, your scissors or shears are usually delivered within 12 weeks of your order.

TURTON

KITCHEN

Timeless design from the early 1900’s

KUTRITE

KITCHEN

The remade and remastered Kutrite kitchen scissors

STORK EMBROIDERY

EMBROIDERY

Your iconic embroidery companion

6.5″ GENERAL PURPOSE

HOUSEHOLD

Your home and hobby helper

8.25″ TAILOR SHEARS

DRESSMAKER

Exclusive and elegant

10″ TAILOR SHEARS

DRESSMAKER

The professional’s choice

12″ INDUSTRIAL SHEARS

INDUSTRIAL

The perfect choice for craftsmen

13″ CLASSIC TAILOR SHEARS

TAILOR

The ultimate tailor’s tool

13″ HERITAGE TAILOR SHEARS

TAILOR

Antique form & perfect performance

12″ PAPER HANGER

PAPERCRAFT

The craftsperson’s choice.

11″ BOOKBINDER SCISSORS

PAPERCRAFT

The ultimate bookbinder’s tool.

4″ PRINT EMBROIDERY

EMBROIDERY

Your little helper

THREADSNIPS

EMBROIDERY

Cut threads quickly and effortlessly

6″ QUILTING SCISSORS

EMBROIDERY

Sharp, elegant, limited edition

8.25″ DRESSMAKER SHEARS – L

DRESSMAKER (LEFT-HANDED)

Lightweight and versatile, Left-handed

10″ TAILOR SHEARS – L

DRESSMAKER (LEFT-HANDED)

The professional’s choice, left-handed

TURTON - L

KITCHEN (LEFT-HANDED)

A household favourite, left-handed

THE WORLD OF ERNEST WRIGHT

The Heritage Crafts Association recognised our traditional craftsmanship by awarding us the inaugural HCA President’s Award for Endangered Crafts.

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“We are but the two halves of a pair of scissors, when apart…
but together we are something”.

CHARLES DICKENS