Handcrafted in Sheffield since 1760.
Cherished worldwide by generations.
A selection of favourites
from our timeless range of products.
Heritage and products like no other, from the Western world’s oldest scissor smith.
At Whiteley, we are proud to offer a distinguished range of exquisitely hand-crafted scissors and shears, designed to meet every cutting need with precision and elegance. Established in Sheffield, England, in 1760, our heritage spans over two centuries. Every pair of scissors we produce is meticulously hand-made, assembled, and tested by our skilled craftsmen, using techniques that have been honed and passed down through generations.
We invite you to explore our collection and find the perfect pair for your needs. To make your scissors truly unique, we offer personalised laser engraving, allowing you to add names, messages, or logos to most of our products.
We ship worldwide and have successfully delivered to over 100 countries, including the United States, Australia, New Zealand, and throughout Europe. Experience the tradition and excellence of Sheffield craftsmanship with Whiteley’s.
From generations of innovators,
craft, care and quality combined.
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We have been featured in The Wall Street Journal. We featured in the WSJ Coveted video series to celebrate craftsmanship, traditional techniques, and our pivotal role in heritage scissor-making.
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Manufactured by craftsmen,
endorsed by world-class artisans.
"We only use William Whiteley & Sons scissors at IzzoSew Studio, and after years of teaching and making, they are simply the best I've worked with. They glide through fabric with effortless precision, with every cut clean and accurate. Without fail, anyone who picks up a pair during one of our workshops comments on them, and many go on to buy their own pair afterwards. That, for me, says it all."
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"I use the 12" Big Bolt Tailor Shears to cut out all of my sewing projects. There's a few reasons why I love them so much. The first reason is that Whiteley have been making scissors in Sheffield since the 18th century. Sheffield has a long history of working with steel and making quality bladed tools. I think the continuation and preservation of that legacy of craft and heritage is something worth supporting. I also really like the design of these shears. That large bolt is something that's seen on tailors shears from at least the 16th century so it's really old school. I find the larger handles much more comfortable to use than smaller scissors too. These are a dream pair of scissors and I love working with them!"
"I recently learned of William Whiteley & Sons in Sheffield, England and was so impressed with their history and products that I purchased the new Expedition model scissors online from Ohio, USA. The finishing, engraving, and cutting action of these scissors is superb. A gift to my son that could be passed on for generations to follow."