Scissors

MacSongLi · 06-11-2012, 03:29 PM

Hello everyone, I'm new to card modelling, and I was wondering if I could get some advice on what scissors should I be purchasing? Right now I have both a large a small pair, nothing special just what my wife had laying around the house.

Thank You!
Gary (In Canada)

PemTech · 06-11-2012, 03:36 PM

Ahhh shucks....
I was hoping to see scissors made from paper!

**Rhaven Blaack** · 06-11-2012, 04:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MacSongLi

Hello everyone, I'm new to card modelling, and I was wondering if I could get some advice on what scissors should I be purchasing? Right now I have both a large a small pair, nothing special just what my wife had laying around the house.

Thank You!
Gary (In Canada)

Hello Gary,

First off,m welcome to the forum.
As for the answer to your question, As you can see by this photo, I use three different pair of scissors.

The small chrome pair are from the cosmetic section of a pharmacy, the second pair were a gift, and the third were from a local office supply store.
SP_A0395.jpg

I would advise experimenting and find out what works for you and your style of modeling and what feels good in your hand.

Either way you go, good luck with it.

06-12-2012, 08:40 AM

Michael's Craft Stores sells a really nice set of scissors for a reasonable price. The really small ones are incredible for tight spots.

Stephenb · 06-14-2012, 11:56 PM

this fiskars model is what I use, it's great for small detail work.

Dented Rick · 06-15-2012, 01:39 AM

The only thing I use for cutting parts. (Crack optional)

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Soaring · 06-15-2012, 03:08 AM

Head over to your local Office Department store - a la Staples or Office Max - and pick up some Scotch Titanium scissors. They are excellent scissors, the grips feel nice, the blades are sharp, and much cutting can be had.

But I agree with Rick, the modeling knife should be looked at. I used to exclusively cut my models with scissors, but you'll find that a good modeling knife - such as one from Olfa - will make life easier for you in the long run.

terrinecold · 06-15-2012, 08:44 AM

I use both scissors and scalpel (bought in pharmacy).
2 set of scissors, large Fiscars and some micro tip Fiscars

MacSongLi · 06-17-2012, 06:46 PM

Thank you everybody for all of your advice. It is very much appreciated.

MacSongLi

Tirick · 06-18-2012, 01:30 PM

The only risk with scissors (indeed with any blade) is that if they are not extremely sharp they will shear and distort the paper. Your best bet is to use a metal straight edge, a cutting mat and a replaceable or breakaway razor or exacto knife, one with a fine tip/blade.

Also, super-small parts are a lot harder to trim around with scissors.

micahrogers · 07-18-2012, 08:32 PM

I use Olfa hobby scissors, two pair one straight blades one curved, and a X-acto X-2000 with #11 blade.
Micah

Naughtius · 07-30-2012, 12:10 PM

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Originally Posted by terrinecold

I use both scissors and scalpel (bought in pharmacy).
2 set of scissors, large Fiscars and some micro tip Fiscars

You use a scalpel, I've been curious if one of those would work. What's blade life like for one, or is there a way to get it sharpened back to surgical edge?

DanBKing · 07-30-2012, 02:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Naughtius

You use a scalpel, I've been curious if one of those would work. What's blade life like for one, or is there a way to get it sharpened back to surgical edge?

I tend to avoid scalpels. I find the blade too wobbly when cutting straight delicate parts...This can lead to slight wavy edges.

A good Xacto with #11 blade does me for most cutting...

I only tend to use good quality, curved nail scissors for cutting small round pieces..

Naughtius · 08-01-2012, 07:33 AM

Good to know about the "wobble",..thanks for the heads up Fokawe

06-15-2012, 01:39 AM	#6
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06-15-2012, 03:08 AM	#7
Soaring Middle School Student Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: USA, California Posts: 1,047 Downloads: 237 Uploads: 1	Head over to your local Office Department store - a la Staples or Office Max - and pick up some Scotch Titanium scissors. They are excellent scissors, the grips feel nice, the blades are sharp, and much cutting can be had. But I agree with Rick, the modeling knife should be looked at. I used to exclusively cut my models with scissors, but you'll find that a good modeling knife - such as one from Olfa - will make life easier for you in the long run. __________________ Building stuff...

06-17-2012, 06:46 PM	#9
MacSongLi Newbie Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 10 Downloads: 10 Uploads: 0	Re: Scissors Thank you everybody for all of your advice. It is very much appreciated. MacSongLi

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Tirick Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Ontario, CA Posts: 480 Downloads: 43 Uploads: 10	The only risk with scissors (indeed with any blade) is that if they are not extremely sharp they will shear and distort the paper. Your best bet is to use a metal straight edge, a cutting mat and a replaceable or breakaway razor or exacto knife, one with a fine tip/blade. Also, super-small parts are a lot harder to trim around with scissors. __________________ For updates on all my design projects, or to download any of my releases, please visit my site, To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

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06-11-2012, 03:29 PM	#1
MacSongLi Newbie Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 10 Downloads: 10 Uploads: 0	Scissors Hello everyone, I'm new to card modelling, and I was wondering if I could get some advice on what scissors should I be purchasing? Right now I have both a large a small pair, nothing special just what my wife had laying around the house. Thank You! Gary (In Canada)

06-11-2012, 03:36 PM	#2
PemTech Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Posts: 55 Downloads: 28 Uploads: 0	Ahhh shucks.... I was hoping to see scissors made from paper!

06-12-2012, 08:40 AM	#4
Zathros Posts: n/a Downloads: Uploads:	Michael's Craft Stores sells a really nice set of scissors for a reasonable price. The really small ones are incredible for tight spots.

06-15-2012, 08:44 AM	#8
terrinecold Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Posts: 310 Downloads: 20 Uploads: 1	I use both scissors and scalpel (bought in pharmacy). 2 set of scissors, large Fiscars and some micro tip Fiscars

07-18-2012, 08:32 PM	#11
micahrogers Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Cartersville GA Posts: 472 Downloads: 75 Uploads: 0	I use Olfa hobby scissors, two pair one straight blades one curved, and a X-acto X-2000 with #11 blade. Micah __________________ Micah "Strong am I with the Force, but not that strong."

08-01-2012, 07:33 AM	#14
Naughtius Newbie Join Date: Jul 2012 Posts: 6 Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Good to know about the "wobble",..thanks for the heads up Fokawe

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