Sharing the passion

A great collection of memories

When we started this new chapter in the Ernest Wright history, we were overwhelmed by the great many wonderful stories people shared with us. Emails from fans all over the world, from heartwarming to outright funny. All with one common thread: the love and passion for the brand. We will continue to share more stories with you through our website and social media.

Overview

  • One of 20

    One of 20

    We’re proud of being featured in a cover story of The Daily Telegraph, where Ernest Wright’s ‘Turton’ is among 20 things you should buy at…

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  • Kutrite pattern

    Kutrite pattern

    The Kutrite pattern of flat kitchen scissors was originally designed by Philip Wright in the early 1960’s and was produced until the 1980’s. It was…

    Read more: Kutrite pattern

What’s your story?

Perhaps you’d like to share a nice story, your particular craft or fond memories of certain events. We’d love to read it. Or see it, for your videos are very welcome.

Please send an email to stories@ernestwright.co.uk or comment through our social channels.

Finished scissors and shears hanging on the workshop board

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An Ernest Wright putter holding a finished pair up to the light

Short documentaries

In recent years, some very nice documentaries were made on the craft of making scissors. It gives some great insights into the skills and care it takes to create a pair of Ernest Wright scissors or shears.

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About Ernest Wright

Made in
Sheffield

Craftsmanship

A Sheffield trade,
still practised

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Ernest Wright, 1880 to 1954

Ernest Wright
(1880–1954)

World of
craftsmanship

Stories

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