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bent-handle dressmaker's shears [1 record]

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Record 1 1987-05-11

English

Subject field(s)
  • Sewing Notions
CONT

Bent-handle dressmaker's shears are best for pattern cutting; angle of lower blade lets fabric lie flat. Made in 6 [inches] to 12 [inches) lengths; 7 [inches] and 8 [inches] are used most often. Left-hand model available, also special shears for synthetics and knits.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Articles et accessoires de couture
CONT

Ciseaux de coupe à manche recourbé. Servent à tailler. La lame inférieure ne soulève pas le tissu. Ils mesurent de 6 [pouces] à 12 [pouces]. Il existe des modèles pour gauchères. D'autres taillent tissus synthétiques et lainages.

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