If you need to butcher large fish or poultry, cut greens and vegetables, it is better to prefer special kitchen scissors to ordinary knives. It is a versatile tool suitable for a range of daily tasks:
Additionally, some models of kitchen scissors are equipped with wire cutters, screwdrivers, wrenches or files. In addition, unlike knives, scissors are much safer and feel much more comfortable in the hand. They require less effort to operate thanks to the articulated arm. The handles of the models are usually equipped with plastic or rubber pads for convenience. The curve of the blades allows for easy butchering of poultry and fish. As for the models designed for cutting greens, they have several knives, which allows you to speed up this process.
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The device differs in its purpose, brand, external performance. Household scissors are of the following types:
This is a multifunctional device that is suitable for cutting vegetables, herbs, butchering meat and fish, as well as performing other household tasks. Their handles are usually made of plastic, while the knives are made of stainless steel. On some models, the cutting edge may be equipped with a serrated notch.
Universal devices are often equipped with additional devices, such as a nutcracker, an opener. Universal models are not suitable for working with hard large bone, cutting through thick wire or hard materials such as metal.
Special models for butchering poultry (chicken, turkey, duck) or working with carcasses of small animals (rabbit). Usually, such models do not have plastic overlays and are completely made of stainless steel, so that the product is powerful and durable.The central part of the blade has a small notch that allows you to cut thick bones.
They are distinguished by short, thin blades with a graceful curve and serrated notches. This design allows you to penetrate into hard-to-reach places, narrow spaces of the carcass. Due to the bend, the likelihood of damaging the gallbladder or intestines of the fish during butchering is reduced. Large bones are easier to cut due to the force provided by the large lever.
The design consists of five pairs of fastened knives, with which you can quickly cut dill, parsley, green onions and other types of greens. The handles of such models are equipped with plastic overlays, which are painted in a bright green color to easily distinguish the device from other kitchen tools.
Often, such models come with a protective case for storage and a special comb for cleaning the blades after the cutting process. However, such models are not suitable for working with garden plants with hard stems.
This type of device allows you to cut into neat pieces not only pizza, but also dishes such as pita bread, tortillas or a thin pie. The lower edge of the cutting side is equipped with a triangular overlay in order to hold the cut piece and serve it on the dish. For some models, this overlay is removed, so that the device can be used for any other household needs. Scissors for pizza are made of heat-resistant plastic.
An inexpensive all-in-one device designed to quickly complete daily tasks:
Additionally, Multidom scissors are equipped with an opener and a nutcracker. The working part is made of stainless steel resistant to corrosion. The blades have a serrated area. The handles of the product are made of polypropylene. The average cost is - 163 rubles.
Universal, multifunctional models for working in the kitchen and solving other household tasks. Equipped with additional functional elements: a screwdriver, a nutcracker and an opener. The range of application of Matrix "Kitchen" includes the performance of such work as:
Made of stainless steel, handles are made of plastic. The length with knives is 20 cm. The average cost is 270 rubles.
The classic model of universal kitchen scissors with an opener and a nutcracker located on the handles. The device is made of durable materials - stainless steel and high-strength plastic. Fastening is reliable, screw. Nadoba "Borga" helps not only to butcher poultry, fish, but also to open bottles and jars (unscrew or remove lids), crack nuts.The length of the cutting part is 20 cm, there is a serrated area. Product weight 275 g. The average cost of the tool is 349 rubles.
In appearance, this kitchen tool resembles ordinary scissors, but unlike them, Rondell "Langsax" are equipped with a powerful working part and durable handles with rubberized inserts that prevent slipping in the hand. The rugged design makes it easy to handle tasks such as:
The device is made of high quality stainless steel, which has a double-sided sharpening. The fastening of the handles is of the classical type, three-riveted, the handles themselves are made of steel and bakelite. Due to this design, the tool will last for a long time. In addition, Rondell "Langsax" are equipped with antibacterial inserts. The blades have a serrated area, their length is 10 cm. Additionally equipped with a nutcracker. The average cost is - 589 rubles.
A versatile device that copes well with slicing poultry, fish and other products, opening or cutting packages. The blades of this model are made of stainless steel and are adjustable with a special screw.The length of the knives is 10 cm, and the faceted shape allows you to make an accurate cut. Scissors retain their original sharpness for a long time. The working part is serrated, which allows you to firmly hold the material being processed. The handles are made of heavy-duty plastic, they are ergonomic, thanks to which they lie comfortably in the hand and do not slip during operation. Fiskars "Classic" can be washed in a dishwasher or sterilized in an autoclave at a temperature not exceeding 137 degrees. The product has a corporate orange color. The average cost is - 1,190 rubles.
Kitchen tool from the famous Japanese company Tojiro, equipped with additional functions - a nutcracker and an opener. Multifunctional device Tojiro "Gracelove 2" is suitable for the following business tasks:
The design of the product is made of steel, ergonomic handles are made of durable plastic, with a surface that prevents slipping. Tojiro "Gracelove 2" are made with the expectation of frequent intensive use, so they will last in the kitchen for a long time. The cutting part has a serrated zone, powerful and sharp, capable of cutting the bones of a medium-sized fish or bird. The length of the knives is 7.5 cm. The average cost is 2,190 rubles.
A kitchen tool specially designed for finely chopping fresh herbs (parsley, dill, chives, cilantro) or lettuce. They have 5 blades arranged parallel to each other, with which you can chop greens quickly, evenly and without much effort. In addition to being used in the kitchen, they can be used for other household purposes - cutting fabric or paper. The product can be washed in a dishwasher. Thanks to this tool, there is no need to use a knife with a cutting board. The weight of Migliores is 285 g, the length is 190 mm, the width of the knives is 20 mm. The average cost of the device is 270 rubles.
A classic model equipped with 5 pairs of stainless steel blades. Thanks to the special shape of the cutting part, fresh herbs are chopped quickly and accurately. When cutting greens with an ordinary knife, part of the plant's juice is lost, which remains on the cutting board. In the case of ZALADA, there is no need to use a cutting board, sharp knives quickly cut the stems into small, neat segments, without losing juice. Therefore, greens retain their natural freshness, pleasant aroma and beneficial properties for a long time. Kitchen tool "ZALADA" is suitable for cutting dill, parsley, cilantro, green onion, lettuce.The plastic handles of the device are ergonomic, their surface is rubberized, thanks to which the object sits firmly in the hand and does not slip during operation. To quickly and easily clean the knives, a special brush is included with the product, which eliminates the remnants of greenery. The average cost is - 295 rubles.
This model of the kitchen assistant is made of high-quality steel. Five pairs of tool blades are sharpened by hand. The handles are comfortable, equipped with anti-slip silicone inserts. "Atlantis" are designed for chopping fresh herbs, but it should be noted that these scissors are also convenient to cut ham, mushrooms, fresh salad and other products of medium density and thickness. The kit includes a silicone brush for cleaning. The color of the model is red, the length is 21 cm. The average cost is 309 rubles.
A device that is both suitable for home use in the kitchen and professional use, so housewives, culinary enthusiasts, and chefs will like it. With "CASALINGA" you can beautifully cut fresh herbs, while maintaining its useful properties and attractive appearance. In addition, the kitchen tool allows you to save cooking time by not wasting extra minutes on long, meticulous work with an ordinary knife.The handles have an anti-slip surface, making the device comfortable and safe for use by adults and children. The kit includes a brush for cleaning the remains of greenery. The average cost is - 330 rubles.
The classic model of kitchen scissors, with five pairs of sharp blades, quickly and accurately cut greens (dill, parsley, green onions, lettuce). Suitable for home or professional use. The device can be washed in a dishwasher. In addition to cutting greens, the kitchen helper is suitable for cutting materials such as fabric or paper. The kit includes a brush for cleaning the space between the knives. The average cost is - 499 rubles.
Kitchen accessory with ergonomic wooden handles, made of high quality stainless steel. The tool is powerful, strong, suitable for butchering poultry or wild birds, small or large fish. Additionally, to increase the level of safety during operation, "BUTA" are equipped with a locking lock. The cutting part has a serrated area, so the device demonstrates high cutting ability. Weight "BUTA" - 280 g, length with blades - 255 mm. Available in silver color. The average cost is - 599 rubles.
Multifunctional scissors for butchering poultry and fish, additionally equipped with a nutcracker and an opener. The accessory is made of ABS plastic and stainless steel. For ease of cleaning, the BayPlus kitchen tool has removable knives. The length of the model is 26 cm. They have a special recess for cutting the hard bones of a chicken or turkey. This device is able to replace several kitchen appliances at once, performing their functions. "BayPlus" can be used as:
The average cost is - 749 rubles.
Cutting shears designed to work with small or large fish, remove fins, scales, tail. The serrated area on the cutting part contributes to the accurate and quick cutting of bones. The handles are made of durable high-quality plastic, are comfortable for right-handers and left-handers, lie comfortably in the hand, do not slip during operation. There is a special loop for the thumb. Additionally, the model is equipped with a locking mechanism that is easy to activate with one finger movement.The FISKARS “Functional Form” kitchen tool can be washed in a dishwasher at a temperature not exceeding 137 degrees. The length of the blades is 7 cm. The average cost is 1,984 rubles.
Kitchen accessory Tescoma "Azza" is designed for butchering poultry. Made from high quality stainless steel, resistant to corrosion or stains. The powerful mechanism and sharp knives do a good job of cutting bones, cutting chicken skin, and also cutting fairly hard foods. Tescoma "Azza" can be used as ordinary household scissors for a variety of household needs. The handles are made of durable plastic, have an ergonomic shape, making the product comfortable and safe to use. The length of the blades is 9.5 cm. The average cost of an accessory is 2,230 rubles.
A powerful, sharpened tool that can cope not only with the bones of a bird, fish, but also with butchering the carcasses of small animals, for example, a rabbit. In addition to working in the kitchen, "Tupperware" can be used to cut paper, thick cardboard, foil.Also, this model can become an assistant for gardening - with its help it is easy to cut dry branches of a tree or shrub, as well as the stems of dry or living plants. Ergonomic handles have a pleasant velvety surface and are equipped with a lock that holds the knives firmly in the folded position. The handles have a special hole for the fingers, due to which the Tupperware fits comfortably in the hand and does not slip. The handles of the device are made of two types of plastic in contrasting colors - red and black. The cutting part is equipped with small notches located on the inside, as well as a recess for precise cutting of bones. The average cost is 3,499 rubles.
When choosing a reliable and durable kitchen device, you should pay attention to the following key parameters:
Material. The standard materials from which quality kitchen tools are made are stainless steel, resistant to mechanical damage and corrosion, as well as durable plastic or wood for handles. Plastic should not contain toxic substances or cadmium. As for metal, its quality can be checked with an ordinary magnet - good metal is not attracted to a magnet.
Blade sharpening quality. They must be evenly sharpened, their surface must not have visible damage or defects in the cutting part.Knives with serrated parts cannot be sharpened on their own, such scissors must be handed over to a workshop where they will professionally sharpen without damaging the material.
Blade shape and size. The curved shape, as well as the notches on the cutting side, allow you to hold the cut objects. As for dimensions, the length of the knives in relation to the length of the handles should be 1 to 2 or 1 to 1.5. With such proportions, the efficiency of the cutting force is increased. The blades of models for butchering fish should have a curve that provides comfortable work.
Fastening design. For budget models, the axial hinge is made in the form of a rivet. This bond weakens over time. The threaded hinge can be tightened to the required position. Models equipped with a collapsible axial joint allow you to separate the blades to use them separately as an ordinary knife.
Handles. They usually have a straight shape, as well as the shape of an elongated ring or half ring. It is desirable that protective pads made of thick plastic or corrugated rubberized inserts be fixed on the handles, thanks to which the product will not slip in the hand. When choosing, it is worth checking how the tool lies in the hand, whether it is comfortable to hold it, whether it presses, whether it rubs the palm or fingers.
Additional functions. Most often, classic models of kitchen scissors are equipped with the following additional structural elements:
Nutcracker. Located on the inside of the handles, closer to the central part of the accessory, it looks like two notches with jagged edges.
Opener for cans and bottles. Located on the back of the knife, it looks like a deep semicircular cut.
File. It is also located on the back side, has sharp small teeth.It can be used to cut thick bones.
In addition, some models can function as a can opener and screwdriver.
Design. This setting depends on the personal preference of the user. Someone picks up a kitchen accessory to match other tools in the kitchen, someone prefers bright colors or, on the contrary, a discreet, concise design. The range of products includes a variety of color options - from bright and colorful, to strict or muted. It is worth noting that the handles of herb scissors often have a rich green color, in order to easily distinguish them and find them among other tools.
Having studied the main characteristics and parameters of the desired device, you can choose practical, reliable, beautiful scissors that will suit you in terms of cost and quality, and will also last in the kitchen for a long time, helping to solve various household tasks.