Controlled cutting for leather, vinyl and upholstery work. Whiteley’s 8-inch leather shears pair a serrated blade with extended handle shanks, helping grip the material and increase leverage. Handcrafted in Sheffield, England, they suit leatherworkers, bag makers and upholsterers who need a compact, purposeful cutting tool.
Why choose these leather shears?
- Serrated blade: helps hold the material in place as you cut.
- Long handle shanks: provide extra leverage through tougher materials.
- Offset handle bows: support a comfortable working grip.
- Carbon-steel construction: a durable tool made by William Whiteley & Sons.
Suitable materials
Full- and half-grain leather, nubuck, suede, synthetic leather, vinyl and suitable heavy-duty fabrics. Cut a test piece first; the practical thickness depends on the material’s firmness and the user’s grip.
Specifications
| Model | LEATHERBS8 |
|---|---|
| Overall length | 205mm / 8.1 inches |
| Cut length | 74mm / 2.8 inches |
| Weight | 185g |
| Material | Carbon steel |
| Blade | Serrated for material grip |
| Made in | Sheffield, England |
| Sold as | One pair of shears |
Care
Remove residue, wipe dry after use and store in a dry place with the blades closed. Protect carbon steel from moisture. Have the serrated edge serviced by a suitable professional rather than a general scissor sharpener.