Japanese Thread Snips for Sewing – Semi-Polished Forged Steel 5”
These 5-inch Japanese thread snips have the straightforward feel of a traditional working tool: forged steel, a simple spring-style form, and a restrained semi-polished finish.
The 5-inch overall size gives a little more room in the hand than a compact 4-inch pair, with a measured blade length of 1.77 inches. They are made for the repeated thread trimming that comes with sewing, embroidery, quilting, and detailed handwork.
The forged steel gives the tool a simple material character without unnecessary decoration. Its semi-polished surface sits somewhere between a darker steel finish and a fully polished one, giving the snips a subdued appearance that still shows the character of the metal.
Because the steel can develop rust, keeping the snips clean and dry after use and applying occasional light oil during storage will help maintain them.
A traditional Japanese sewing tool for makers who prefer simple materials, useful proportions, and an understated finish.
Made in Japan.
Technical Information
- Overall Length: 5”
- Blade Length: 1.77”
- Weight: 1.52 oz
- Blade Material: Forged Steel
- Blade Finish: Semi-Polished
- Made in Japan