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For most left-handers, scissors are the bane of our existence. Even with left-handed scissors available most still don’t have what left-handers need. We not only need comfortable handles made for our dominant hand, but we need the blades to cut left-handed as well. I mean that the edge should be changed so that they cut straight and don’t bind whatever we’re cutting. Most scissor companies reverse the handle for comfort and leave the blades the same. That doesn’t work because of the way scissor blades are made. They won’t cut upside down.
Today we’ll be looking at the best scissors for left-handers for different tasks and review them.
Best Left-Handed Scissors for Sewing
Left-handed seamstresses or tailors need a good pair of scissors that will cut fabric cleanly to make their job easier. That means they need a pair of scissors made not only to cut material but also made for the left-handed user.
Galadim Left-Handed Dressmaking Scissors
These scissors are sharp, precise, and ideal for many demanding cutting tasks. They are designed to cut leather, fabrics, packaging material, and plastic bags.
Their metal handles are covered in plastic. This makes these scissors more comfortable than if you were to hold them with the metal handles.
These scissors are suitable for personal and professional use.
If your scissors fail due to a manufacturer defect you have an eighteen-month warranty and a thirty-day satisfaction guarantee. All you need to do is contact Galadim and they’ll replace them right away. If you aren’t satisfied with these scissors for any reason let Galadim know within thirty days and they will refund you the purchase price.
Product Details
Dimensions: 10.4 x 3.46 in
Size: 10.4 in
Weight: 11.3 oz
Donrime Left-Handed Sewing Scissors
These are high-quality, heavy-duty, carbon steel scissors They are balanced so they feel great in your hand. They sport a bent handle which allows you to lay the blade flat against the table-top when you are cutting fabric. The handle is rubberized and ergonomic for a comfortable grip.
Product Details
Dimensions: 10.24 x 3.39 in
Size: 10 in
Weight: 12 oz
Best Left-Handed Kitchen Scissors
Kitchen shears for left-handers do exist. The handle isn’t so much a concern as the blades. The blades must have the top blade on the left rather than the right to make them truly left-handed. Kitchen scissors handles usually have two large handles on them. That way if you have a tough piece of meat or other item you need to cut through you can use both hands.
Acelone Premium Heavy-Duty Shears
These stainless-steel shears adapt to many kitchen tasks, such as cutting meat, poultry, vegetables, fruit, and pizza. You can also use them to scrape fish. With these, you don’t need a knife and cutting board, which helps keep your kitchen counters clean.
These scissors are made from premium-grade stainless steel that resists rust and corrosion. The blades are ultra-sharp and light for ease of use.
The handle is made from a comfortable non-slip material for comfort and safety. They also come in several handle colors, red like in the image above, orange, lime green, and gray, aqua, and violet. This way you get to have the color you like. Or if you prefer you can get an assortment of colors for different jobs in the kitchen. You could purchase one color for poultry, another for meat, and yet another for veggies.
These shears are guaranteed for a lifetime. If you aren’t satisfied with these scissors you can return them for a refund.
Product Details
Dimensions: 8.1 x 3.6 in
Size: 8 in
Weight: 3.9 oz
Gerior Poultry Shears
These kitchen shears are made especially for cutting up poultry. They are made to slice through raw meat, tendons, and bone. You can use them to butterfly a chicken or turkey, trim fat, and they will also chop herbs and vegetables as well.
These scissors are made using German CNC technology and an excellent design. These shears have anti-slip micro-serrated blades. This makes for a firm, secure grip and precise cutting each time you use them. They are constructed of food-grade stainless steel.
They are made to last a lifetime and are resistant to rust.
They come apart for easy cleaning, but they also have adjustments as well for your safety.
These shears have a lifetime guarantee, if you aren’t happy with them you can return them for a full refund.
Product Details
Dimensions: 8.11 x 3.7 in
Size: 8 in
Weight: 3.84 oz
Best Left-Handed Scissors for Kids
Every left-handed child should have a comfortable pair of scissors that work for them. There is nothing like being in school and trying to cut out a neat picture as you asked and come up with something that looks, not only like you tore it out with your fingers, but that you crumpled it up a few times for good measure. Let’s look at a couple of pairs of scissors for left-handed kids.
Lefty’s Blunt Tip True Left-Handed Scissors for Kids
You get two pairs of scissors in the package. These scissors are colorful, blunt-ended for safety, and made especially for left-handers. Children five years and up should be able to use these with little problem. If they are a bit stiff at first, you can add just a bit of lubricating oil to the joint and wipe clean that should allow smooth movement and make it easier for your child to use them. The grips are made from soft, molded silicone and designed for a left-handed grip so they are comfortable for your little lefty. These scissors are made for light use, such as the kind your child might do in school or for crafts at home. It says they come in two colors, the two-tone blue and purple, and pink, but I didn’t see any purple and pink ones.
Product Details
Dimensions: 10.4 x 3 in
Size: 5 in
Weight: 3.2 oz
Fiskars Soft grip Left-Handed Pointed-tip Kids Scissors
These scissors are made with reversed blades, which makes them perfect for left-handers. They are designed right. They have a soft-grip handle for a more comfortable grip. The safety-edge blade is set at a safer angle to protect kids but will still cut materials like construction paper. These scissors feature a bright splash pattern on the handle making them more appealing to children.
These scissors also come with a lifetime warranty.
Product Details
Dimensions: 6.5 x 3.07 in
Size: 5 in
Weight: .9 oz
Best Left-Handed Scissors for Cutting Hair
Purple Dragon 6.0 inch Left Hand Barber Hair Cutting Scissor
This is a set, it comes with not only the haircutting scissors but thinning shears as well. These scissors perfectly cut every time. A good thing to keep in mind, however, is they may need to be tightened with the odd little round tool that comes with them before they will cut as you want. These shears are made for the left-hander and are constructed from hand-sharpened Japanese stainless steel. This stainless steel keeps its edge up to three times longer than regular stainless steel. These scissors are sharp and smooth which helps you be a more efficient hair cutter. These scissors were designed with professional stylists and barbers in mind so their handles are ergonomic and will help keep fatigue at bay.
These scissors come with a lifetime guarantee. If you have any problems the company offers free maintenance services. If you are unsatisfied with your scissors you can send them back for a full refund.
Product Details
Dimensions: 8.4 x 3.5 in
Size: 6 in
Weight: 5oz
Smith Chu Professional Razor Blades Salon Left-Handed Hair Cutting Scissors
This pair of scissors is made from the finest quality stainless steel. The handles on these scissors are made with an easy-grip design so they are comfortable. The advanced design of this grip works with an advanced tension system that distributes precise and even balance, making them extra stable. This allows you to use them day after day without fatigue.
These shears are made to have a long blade life and should stay sharp for many hours of work.
There is a money-back guarantee. If you aren’t happy with these scissors for any reason you can return them for a full refund.
Product Details
Dimensions: 8.8 x 3.6in
Size: 8 in
Weight: 7.2oz
General Use Left-Handed Scissors
Fiskars Left-Handed General-Purpose Scissors
These scissors are for general use, though I bought a pair, years ago, back in the ‘80s for a sewing class I took in high school. Then I primarily used them for sewing. I’m not sure that’s what they were sold for back then or not. These are listed as general purpose. You should be aware that Amazon also sells a pair of scissors marked Fiskars, these are at a lower price point. They have many bad reviews. So, be careful about which ones you buy. I’m guessing these are “replicas”. The version that I link to below are the correct, genuine version.
These scissors are made with a dark orange handle molded for left hands. The long-bladed shears are made of stainless steel which makes them cut with ease. The blade tension can be adjusted.
These scissors are made in Finland, which is a good hint that these are the true Fiskars scissors.
Product Details
Dimensions: 21 x 6in
Size: 21in
Weight: 10.6oz
Conclusion
Well, there you have it. These are the best scissors for left-handers I could find. During my search I found many that may have handles molded for lefties, the blades were left as they are in right-handed scissors. That doesn’t work, the blades are upside down that way. They won’t cut positioned like that. However, those I listed above are the best for each use we found. I hope this helps you in choosing scissors for yourself or a left-handed friend or relative. If you’ve found a pair of left-handed scissors that work for you, please let us know. We’d love to hear from you.
The Acelone shears are not left-handed, per your own description of needing the top blade on the left side. Just because the company says they CAN work left or right, doesn’t mean they’re made To do so.