The iconic design classic since 1967.Classic scissors, developed and manufactured in Finland, arereliable and high-quality, making them the perfect long-term investment, when you want to buy fewer, but better things. The universal purpose and specialty scissors help yourealizeyour creative ideas and support you in your everyday. The quality of each pair of scissors is hand finished and tested to ensure only first quality products are being produced.
The Evolution of Orange-handled Scissors
The world's first plastic-handled scissors were born in Finland, in the village of Fiskars, in 1967. These scissors completely revolutionized households' perception of scissors. In 1972, Fiskars was the first company to start mass-producing ergonomic left-handed scissors. Left-handed scissors can be identified by their red colour. In 1975, angled blades were introduced, optimizing the cutting angle for greater efficiency and durability. By 1980, the handles' plastic became resistant to dishwashers, autoclaves, UV light, impacts, and stress. In 1994, a new production method was developed to minimize the need for post-production adjustments.
The history of Classic scissors
Where it all began
Designer Olof Bäckström can be considered the father of Classic scissors. Bäckström emphasized the ergonomics of the handles in the design and chose plastic as the material. The old full-metal tailor scissors served as a model. For the first time, plastic handles were combined with a stainless steel blade.
Classic colour by chance
The first scissors were manufactured in the same factory where Fiskars orange juicers were made. When the prototype went into production, some of the orange colour from the juicer got onto one of the machines. The machine operator decided to use it nonetheless. As a result, an orange-handled version of the scissors was also created.
Internal vote
Originally, the scissors were supposed to be either red, black, or green. Eventually, an internal vote was held on the colour of the scissors, and the now iconic orange colour emerged as the winner. Fiskars Orange® colour itself was registered as an official colour trademark in Finland and the United States.
Iconic design in the museum
The iconic design of Classic scissors is internationally recognized, and the scissors are part of the permanent collection at institutions like the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York. The design has made the scissors a favourite worldwide, with over a billion pairs sold.
At the roots in Billnäs
In the 1970s, production shifted from the village of Fiskars to Billnäs, located approximately 10 kilometres away. The most famous masterpiece of the Billnäs factory is the Fiskars Classic scissors with orange handles. Behind the current design of the scissors is the internationally acclaimed designer Olavi Lindén.
Continuous product development
The success of Classic scissors is based on long-term, continuous product development and top-quality materials. The cutting angle and precision sharpening of the blades ensure that the scissors cut evenly and cleanly across the entire length of the blade. The blades are made of stainless, hardened steel, with five separate sharpening to ensure optimal performance.
Quality that is felt and heard
Before leaving the factory, each pair of scissors is tested by hand, opening and closing the blades and checking for the characteristic sound. The scissors are also tested by cutting polyester fabric. High quality standards and stringent quality control ensure that only top-quality scissors leave the factory.
Durable and ergonomic
The handles are made of tough and tested plastic, fitting perfectly in the hand and supporting cutting. The connection between the handle and the blade is made by molding the handle directly onto the blade, making it durable and hygienic. The screw in the blade allows for subtle adjustments. The scissors are also dishwasher safe.
Classic Kitchen scissors for cooking assistance
Good kitchen scissors are suitable for the role of a sous chef in various cooking tasks. Classic Kitchen scissors are suitable for handling food ingredients as well as opening packages.The kitchen scissors feature ergonomic handles and strong, sharp serrated blades that keep the cutting object in place. Versatile Classic Universale scissors are also suitable for food preparation.
Classic Garden scissors for the home gardener's companion
Small and precise garden pruning tasks are easily accomplished with Classic Garden scissors, accurately and swiftly. The serrated blades of Classic Garden scissors keep the cutting object in place and they are well-suited not only for the garden but also for the kitchen.With Classic Universal scissors, you can conveniently open soil bags and cut flower stems as well as herbs.
Classic Hairdressing scissors for precise hair cutting
Precision is crucial when choosing hair scissors. Classic Hairdressing scissors feature precision-sharpened blades that are easy to control during hair cutting. The Hairdressing scissors have classic double handles suitable for both right- and left-handers, as well as textured blades that keep the hair in place and speed up the cutting process.
Classic Manicure scissors for safe and easy nail trimming
Classic Manicure scissors feature extremely sharp blades made of stainless steel, designed specifically for gentle nail trimming.Classic Manicure scissors are available with curved-blade for precise and safe trimming of nails, and with round-tip, allowing you to easily trim children's nails without tears
Classic scissors for crafting and paper tasks
Paper scissors are a useful tool in many everyday tasks. The rounded, sharp-tipped blades of the convenient-sized scissors make them versatile, and their size allows them to easily fit in a pencil case.Larger Classic Universal scissors are particularly suitable for all kinds of cutting tasks at home, school, and in the office.
Classic scissors for cutting fabrics
When you have good scissors, cutting fabric becomes much easier. Classic Tailor shears are excellent for various sewing projects, as they smoothly cut through thick fabrics and multiple layers at once.The sharp blades and curved handles of Classic large Universal scissors enable long, continuous cuts, suitable for various textiles such as denim or polyester.With Classic Pinking shears' precise zigzag cut, you prevent fabric edges from fraying.
Classic scissors for trimming dog hair
Classic scissors can help you keep even the furriest family member's hair in neat condition. Classic Hairdressing scissors are suitable for tidying up a dog's hair that needs a little trimming, as the precision-sharpened, textured blades of hair scissors keep the hair in place and speed up the cutting process. With Classic Manicure scissors with curved-tip, you can neatly trim your furry friend's paw hair with ease.
Classic scissors for trimming horse mane, tail, and fetlock hair
Classic Universal scissors are durable and versatile scissors in a stable environment: they can be used to open both feed bags and bale strings, and to keep your horse's mane and tail in neat condition – they provide enough cutting power even for thick mane hair.For precise trimming of fetlock hair, Classic Paper scissors work excellently due to their nimbleness.
