Crescent Wiss 7-1/2" Titanium Coated Tradesman Utility Shears - Industrial Heavy Duty Utility Shears/Scissors for Cutting Leather, Wire, Cardboard - CW7T

I use these shears mainly to cut cardboard, thick landscape fabric, and plastic sheets. The shears does a fantastic job at it. Very sharp, cuts through items like butter, and appears very durable.However, these shears are a little on the heavy side for this female with small, dainty hands. The handles are extremely large, and it’s difficult to use the shears without some minor modification. To make it easier for me to operate the shears, I have minimized the size of the handle holes by taping it with several rounds of soft tape. With this setup, it’s now very comfortable for me to use the shears.

The media could not be loaded. For when normal scissors just won’t cut it. I was doing a lot of custom canvas fabrication and my hands were getting tired. I figured these shears were a gamble, but worth a try.Now, I bought two more and this is all I use for daily cutting. Packaging, zip ties, layers of tarpaulin canvas, rope.The two blades are bolted tight together at the perfect tolerance so you get a powerful clean cut even when snipping heavy material with the tip of the shears. It’s like having a precision bolt cutter. No blade deflection like normal scissors.The leverage and power is life-changing. No more tired hands. Feels like the shears are doing the work for you. They have stayed sharp for the past month of daily hard use. They’re micro-serrated so not exactly sharpenable, but for me it’s a worthwhile consumable product.For large hands only, it seems. The handle is too large for small hands. Seems like all the benefits go away if you have smaller hands.

Got these for the specific purpose of cutting a garden hose as well as knowing they'd hopefully be good for anything else around the house, i.e. general use. They did the job flawlessly and now my hose is fixed (repair kit in another review) and I have a solid pair of shears. They feel good, are sharp, and are easy to use (I mean...shears come on)

Best scissors I ever bought. Heavy duty and very sharp so pay attention not to amputate fingers.

These utility shears are awesome. I happen to own both handle styles. I think I like the feel of these the best but the ones with the finger grooves have never been a disappointment, either. I carry a pair in my tool bag and have used ( ok... abused) them extensively. I have used them to cut everything from small rope / cordage, zip ties, plastics, tape, paper, cardboard, shop rags, soft wire, Emory cloth, scotchbrite pads, rubber, nylon straps, poly banding straps and even light shim stock. (stainless and brass). I’ve opened paint cans with them by prying up the pressed in lip seal... I’m not an advocate of abusing tools or using them improperly but in all honesty I’ve done it in a pinch. My first one is still in very good condition and has a permanent spot in my tool bag. They are stout, perfect sized, ergonomic and resilient. I was so impressed by the 1st pair that I bought a second pair to kit in my “Get home” emergency preparedness bag. These have the straight handle like those pictured.I’ve read other reviewers stating that they have pinched their hands when using these shears. I can certainly see how that is possible. I have never had any issues with pinching and cannot remember ever having pinched myself while using them. I’m left handed but perform many functions right- handed simply because specialty shears are not readily available specifically for left-handed people. These work well with either hand, although I prefer using my right.I also want to say that I have the full size scissors variant. They are every bit as good but I don’t find them quite as handy and convenient.Only wish I have is that a fitted sheath made of quality nylon or leather were available, but that is minor and not really necessary. They do carry well regardless.

I purchased this pair of Crescent utility scissors after finally going on sale. What a score, i purchased for many reasons but needed desperately for a project which would involve cutting of heavier pvc materials and wire. These are big, sturdy, and have a decent weight without feeling heavy. The quality is fantastic, smooth blades that slice with ease in fluid lines without getting caught up. The handles have generous dimensions compared to many utility scissors. They do not have a spring-load, but have no issue handling heavier tasks. These are very rigid and the durability goes without question. The coating on the steele looks as if they'll stay protected from wear and tear for a very long time. Cut like a knife through butter, even my father complimented my choice in utility shears. I have larger hands as a female, myself and my father had no issues fitting our hands and found the space very generous. I could suggest some type of silicone lining/coat that would buffer the rigid feel where your fingers go through the loop. I found that after just a few moments using, the rubbing of hard material against the fat pad on thumb and index finger became sore, almost cramped because they are not cushioned or soft-coated on friction points. I do believe, for myself, I'd end up with blisters. My dad said to suck it up😅, but it is a factor that absolutely affects my experience and comfort level. I had to take a few breaks to rest my hand as I found the lack of cushion to bother my hand. The shears work phenomenally, they will handle any heavy project. Definitely a multitasker to add to your kitchen or toolbox. I am very pleased with this purchase, they'll be around a long time. The sale gave me the nudge to purchase, I'd assume most out there looking for quality shears would still pay the original price. I waited for them to drop, therefore the VALUE fit the bill with that nice price drop. Recommended highly.

These are true heavy-duty shears. I keep a pair in my home office for cutting any tough project. They breeze through thick cardboard, plastic and I'm sure whatever else comes. Also have a good feel in the hand - they are a bit on the heavy side but I would expect that in a tool like this.