Westcott Scissors
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Find Westcott scissors for any cutting job when you explore the office basics and craft supplies available at Staples. Whether for a child or an advanced user, Westcott scissors offer superior safety and functionality.
What Are Westcott Scissors?
Westcott scissors tackle a broad range of cutting jobs at home, the office or the classroom. Use them on printer paper, fabric and many other types of materials. Perfect for adults and kids, these scissors come in a variety of sizes, designs and styles to suit offices and classrooms alike.
Why Choose Westcott Scissors?
Westcott uses a variety of coatings on its stainless steel blades to enhance cutting performance. Westcott titanium scissors and CarboTitanium-bonded Westcott scissor blades are up to eight times harder and stay sharper up to six times longer than untreated stainless steel blades. Westcott stainless steel scissors are rust-proof and lightweight, making them a long-lasting option. Some additional features offered by Wescott scissors include:
- A variety of handle sizes and styles that accommodate users of all ages.
- Contoured handles to fit comfortably in the hand and allow precise control over the blades.
- Soft handle materials help reduce hand fatigue when taking on big cutting jobs.
- Reversed grips let left-handed users work comfortably.
- Antimicrobial coatings that can help reduce the spread of germs.
- Non-stick coatings to make cleaning easy - just use disinfectant wipes after use.
- Scratch and stain resistance on all scissor blades.
What Are the Differences Between Straight and Bent Scissors?
Straight Westcott scissor blades are centered between the handles. Straight scissors offer more control when making intricate cuts. They're ideal for detail work or to make cuts in hard-to-reach locations.
Bent Westcott scissors have offset handles, so the outside edge of one handle aligns with the bottom of the blade. They also have a flat bottom that makes them excellent options for making long cuts on flat surfaces. Use them when working with fabric in the sewing room or to cut wrapping paper or similar materials on a table.
What Purchase Options Are Available for Westcott Scissors?
These products are available individually, as multipacks of two to six scissors or in cost-effective bulk packages. Packs of one to three cutting tools are ideal for home users. Choose larger bulk packages to stock an office supply closet or provide everyone in a classroom with scissors. Some multipacks contain one type of cutting tool, but others feature a variety of scissor styles and sizes that handle a variety of projects.
Should You Choose Scissors With Sharp or Blunt Points?
In most cases, scissors with sharp points offer greater cutting precision than blunt models. However, children who are learning to use scissors may benefit from the added safety of scissors with blunt tips. Some training scissors from Westcott also have spring-assist handles that help teach young children how to operate these cutting tools.
Are Westcott Scissors Eco-Friendly?
Westcott KleenEarth scissors make use of recycled materials to reduce the impact of manufacturing on the environment and keep waste out of local landfills. KleenEarth products have handles made of 70 percent recycled plastic and contain up to 30 percent post-consumer recycled material.