Are Guggenhein Scissors Really Better than Generic Carbon Steel Scissors???

[@ninjananagardner7672]

I would like to add my experience with Guggenhein scissors! I bought some and one day while I was sewing in the sun I noticed there was a strange indent in one of the tips of the blades , well Steve at Guggenhein replaced them no questions asked and I also got to keep the weird ones , then the new ones came and they got dropped and a tip broke so they also were replaced asap ! Great customer service !

[@JSternDesigns]

Thank you for sharing your experience!! Every time I pick them up and start cutting, they feel so nice in my hands! It's good to know that they are "Jennifer Proof"... because of excellent customer service!! Thanks for watching

[@theresaanndiaz3179]

I love these sorts of videos. I don't mind paying more for better quality, but if it's the same, I want to save some coin. Ginghers has been my favorite brand for years.

[@JSternDesigns]

That was the idea behind this video... I really thought I was going to find them exactly the same... so save money!! ...In this case, I think the less expensive scissors are a good value option if you're not into silks and other lightweight slippery fabrics that may snag... They cut all the other fabrics nicely!! ...I mean who cuts 8 layers of denim on the regular??? :))))

[@mimimack6905]

I purchased 2 pair of Guggenheims earlier this year, the 9” and the small scissors, I have yet to use them, but so thankful that you reviewed them. Happy that “someone I know and trust” did a review! 😇😀❤️

[@JSternDesigns]

:) Get them out and start cutting!! I do think they are a great value and they cut through all that denim :) thanks for the kind words & for following along with me!

[@RosieCarl]

I bought the Guggenhein shears and haven't had a chance to really use them yet. But I also bought a pair of Guggenhein Precision II, “Little Giant” 5-Inch Professional Fabric Scissors at a discount for a little over $15, and they are wonderful!

[@JSternDesigns]

:) I saw those, and I think I'm going to get myself a pair! Thanks for watching

[@ninadukette3340]

I love my Guggenheims. I do find I have to tighten the screw from time to time.

[@JSternDesigns]

Good to know, thanks for sharing and for watching!

[@dlkdome1]

I purchased Guggenheim scissors when they first came out. I thought I would try them since they were a small company and made in the USA. The brass nut was rough and could snag. They cut beautifully. I have big hands and they were comfortable. I notified them about the nut roughness. I bought a second pair on sale. The nut problem was solved. I like these scissors better than the high quality German made ones.

[@JSternDesigns]

Thank you for sharing your experience with the Guggenhein Scissors... It's good to hear that they do respond to constructive comments just like they say they would! Thanks for watching

[@marthanlaurinitis824]

ooooo I want those guggenheim scissors!!! Thank you so much for testig the scissors for us!!! WooHooo 50,000 subscribers, but of course you are amazing🤩 sorry I am late😬

[@JSternDesigns]

ooooooh, you're right on time!! Thanks for watching :)

[@kellybme27]

get the Guggenhein scissors they are wonderful

[@cindyking3304]

Congratulations on the 50K!!!

[@JSternDesigns]

:)))) Thanks so much!!

[@sarawelder1]

This was helpful. I have been a Gingher fan forever but I will try these now!

[@JSternDesigns]

I've been a Gingher fan forever too... I started trying new brands of scissors and I'm really surprised at the differences! My Gingher shears have a "standard" screw and nut holding the blades together... I think that these have added heavy washers and a different kind of screw/nut that's more secure... My Kai Shears are almost too easy to open and close... I was putting them down and they literally breathed shut and snipped a v shaped hole in a pair of pants that I was hemming :((((( (for my daughter's new boyfriend... so embarrassing!) ...But, between you and me, he's a keeper. When I told him what happened and I showed him where the boo boo was (nicely fused with black interfacing)... he told me he could even see it (a lie) and refused my offer to buy him a new pair of pants!

[@lorenmccoy1721]

Thanks for the great tips each week.

[@JSternDesigns]

My Pleasure, thanks for watching!

[@bonniedeaton7349]

With just the sound of the Guggenheim cutting I could almost feel their weight in my hand. Beautiful sound!

[@JSternDesigns]

:) They really do make a nice, satisfying cut!! Thanks for watching

[@seestellysew8472]

Thanks for this video, I always wondered about the Guggenheim scissors.

[@JSternDesigns]

Me too, that's why I got myself a pair and tried them out to see what's up! Thanks for watching

[@Nicoya]

You'll often see metal products like this which look superficially similar, but differ in the quality of their finishing and/or any extra hardware. What happens is that you'll have a large foundry doing a run of castings or forgings with a somewhat generic pattern, and then they'll sell those as rough blanks to various manufacturers to do the finish machining on them and assemble them into a completed product. So chances are that both the Amazon and the Guggenhein scissors started life together at the same foundry, but then ended up in different factories to be made into the final product. Of course, with a little bit of work you could probably tune up the Amazon scissors to cut just as smoothly as the Guggenheins, but that's a tradeoff of time vs money and you have to weigh what you'd rather spend.

[@JSternDesigns]

That is fascinating! Thanks for sharing & for watching :)

[@jacqueguffey3673]

I recently got a pair of the Guggenheim at the half off price. They have the most satisfying “slide and snick” when I cut things and find they do great on light to heavy fabrics. I’m hoping they hold up over time. I love your cool tool vids.

[@JSternDesigns]

So happy to hear that... and I agree, they are very satisfying to cut with. Thanks for sharing your experience for following along with me!

[@PBFlanagan]

I've had the Guggenheim for quite a while. Very happy with them.

[@JSternDesigns]

Happy to hear about your experience! Thanks for watching

[@FreePalestineEndZionism]

Thanks for the review. I got the Gluggenhein scissors and they’re really good quality so far. Cuts like butter.

[@JSternDesigns]

They do cut like butter... but I'm not happy with the tips of the blades, they seem to get caught on the fabric. I'm going to take them to my scissor sharpener to see if he can smooth them out! thanks for watching

[@FreePalestineEndZionism]

@ @ I think your pair may have been defective or perhaps they were dropped on the tip. Sharpening will probably fix it and I think they will give a replacement if you ask for one.

[@Jean-ey6pm]

I have been eyeing the Guggenheim scissors for a while now so thank you for this comparison

[@JSternDesigns]

My Pleasure... I do think they are a great value... especially at the sale price! Thanks for watching

[@Joy4650B]

Congratulations Jennifer! You deserve all the subs you have. You work very hard. I don't understand the "discord" part. Was looking for a link.

[@JSternDesigns]

Thanks so much! Here's a link to a discord tutorial with a link to join in the video description :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3bZqoaem8Smjdk

[@lorenmccoy1721]

Love my Guggenheim scissor’s. Purchased many years ago and they still are sharp and cut great.

[@JSternDesigns]

thank you for sharing your experience with Guggenhein Scissors & for watching

[@jbartrug574]

Thank you. I’ve been considering them but kept putting it off. Thanks so much for the honest review.

[@JSternDesigns]

I think they are a great value... especially at the sale price!! Thanks for watching!

[@graceheil6309]

Thanks for the comparison.

[@JSternDesigns]

My Pleasure, thanks for watching!!

[@pastda3]

Thanks for the comparison. I do own a couple of the Guggenheim. They are really good for the price, but my Kai scissors are awesome.

[@JSternDesigns]

:))) I agree with you! (I did purchase 11" Kai scissors during my scissor shopping spree.... I decided to leave those out of this review, but stay tuned, I will be sharing my thoughts about them in an upcoming Cool Tool! Thanks for watching

[@Escape10mom]

Thanks for testing these out. I keep seeing that as for the scissors here on fb.

[@JSternDesigns]

I really thought I was going to say "The are the same as the generic versions on Amazon"... Pleasantly surprised that they are so nice! Thanks for watching

[@viddy8379]

Thankyou for the testing comparison of the scissors. I wonder if they are available to Australia?

[@JSternDesigns]

:) Head over to their website to see if they ship to Australia. They are not available on Amazon, so maybe they do ship internationally. www.guggenhein.com/ Thanks for watching

[@jimkoss3318]

I’m beginning to believe there is only one scissor manufacturer and everyone else just puts their name on them.

[@JSternDesigns]

That's what I thought too... Maybe in the case of Guggenheins the blade/handle pieces are one scissor manufacturer... and then they added their own screw/nut/bolt thingy to make them open and close better... I could definitely feel a difference because I didn't have to work as hard to cut 8 layers of denim vs. the generic pair! Thanks for watching

[@anilovesmeemee]

Thank you for the review, I've been wondering about the Guggenheins, nice packaging and guarantee. Having been sewing now for 55 years, I feel all the hype lately over 'bespoke' scissors is kind funny, just my impression mind you. I still use my Mom's old Wiss shears about half the time, I have them sharpened whenever they need it, which isn't often. I do like my Kai dressmaker's shears too as they are longer than the Wiss, super sharp and I like the handle's large opening. I also have a lovely set of golden Ginghers that someone gave me as a present years ago, but they've never made it out of the box as I don't need them. The *most bespoke* scissors I've seen lately are from the UK company Merchant and Mills, their name is emblazoned upon them - I find the price is a bit much @ $75 for an 8" inch pair, and $115 if you'd like them in a non-stick coating, they also have a pair for $270!😳 Whatever makes one happy though! I am tempted by the Guggenhein's - I don't have any snazzy black scissors!😁

[@JSternDesigns]

:) I have vintage Wiss scissors too! They have shiny chrome blades and painted blue handles... They still work great!! ...Haven't seen the Merchant & Mills Scissors.... with those price tags they must be amazing! If you're tempted by these snazzy black scissors, I recommend getting them before their "6 hour" half off sale ends!! Thanks for sharing and watching

[@lianemcconnell3637]

Great review! I love my Kai scissors. How do the Guggenheim compare to Kai?

[@JSternDesigns]

:)))) I finally purchased my first pair of Kai scissors... I was going to include them in this video, but I decided to keep it amount the Black Carbon Steel there. ...Stay tuned for my review of them in an upcoming Cool Tools! Thanks for watching

[@cindyking3304]

Thank you for testing!! Question- Where were each scissor made !!

[@JSternDesigns]

...That's a great question.. There's no info on Guggenhein's website or on their packaging about where they are manufactured. The Jinjian scissors are made in Japan from High Carbon Japanese Steel. :)

[@RosieCarl]

The Guggenhein website says some of their products are made in Germany, and some are made in China under their supervision.

[@JSternDesigns]

Thank you for finding that!

[@hphobbyfarm1830]

Another fan of Guggenheim scissors. I was so impressed with my first pair, I've bought 3 more sizes!

[@JSternDesigns]

I do like them!! Thanks for watching

[@annethevenot461]

I use scissors for cutting fabric, not rotary cutters, and I have to say, the Guggenhein scissors are the best I’ve ever used. I have Gingher, Kai, Wiss, micro blade and sharp blade, and several no-name brands, and the Guggenhein are more accurate, easier to use and surprisingly light weight. Having said that, I am not a fan of the Guggenhein 6” blade. They don’t cut through thicknesses as well as my Gingher tailor points for heavy trimming; and they are too heavy and not as smooth or easy to use as my 6” Karen Kay Buckley scissors.

[@JSternDesigns]

Thank you for sharing your scissor experiences... I was going to share my 8" "vintage" Wiss scissors with blue painted handles that are so old that the branding has almost worn off the blade... They still cut pretty great!! I've never heard of Karen Kay Buckley Scissors... I'm going to check them out!! Thanks for watching

[@sueanderson2514]

I love my Guggenheim sheers, they remind me of my work ones I purchased through Aquascutum and they cost the same price in the 1980s as now. So win win for me.

[@JSternDesigns]

Yay!! that is a win win!! Thanks for sharing and watching :)

[@gmurray3616]

I enjoyed the comparison you did with the scissors. I've looked at the Guggenheim scissors but hesitated purchasing. After seeing your review, I will invest in a pair. Do you know if these scissors will need to be sharpened over time?

[@JSternDesigns]

Thanks so much! I'm guessing these scissors will need to be sharpened like any fine blade! Thanks for watching

[@maryreinert4447]

Good information on the scissors and honest thank you

[@JSternDesigns]

Thanks Mary!! ...and thank you for following along with me

[@juliedeacon3262]

Of course it's not just how they perform now, but what they're like in the future.

[@JSternDesigns]

Weeks later, both pairs of shears are cutting just as well as they did while shooting this tutorial! Thanks for watching

[@EWard101]

In my sewing room I have Wiss, Gingher, Fiskar, and the new Guggenhein scissors. To be truthful, I think the Guggenhein are not worth the full price, and really on par with the other scissors at the sale price. Because of arthritis in my hands I always reach for the spring action Fiskar scissors. They work well, I can have them sharpened at my local sewing machine store, and they are not too expensive to replace when I need to. I now have a Fiskar scissors labeled knit, woven, and craft. That helps extend the sharpening life of the sheers.

[@JSternDesigns]

I agree with you about the Fiskar Scissors... I featured them on a Cool Tools a while back.. They are very comfortable on your hands!! and lightweight compared to the Guggenheins! Thanks for sharing and for watching!!

[@alisoneichler4257]

I love my Guggenheim scissors/snips/pinking shears!

[@JSternDesigns]

Yay... Thanks for sharing...and for watching!

[@sundiataSMITH]

I've been curious about this brand. Thank you for the review. Who doesn't need more scissors to keep under lock and key from their family?! 😅😁

[@JSternDesigns]

Haha that's funny! You may need a bigger lock box! :)))

[@sus8e462]

Would love to see the Guggenheim compared to KAI! I switched from Ghinger to KAI! Possibly these two tested do come from same factory (or the generic brand just replicated the molds, though ) but clearly the G blades go through a lot more processing for a smoother blades & action!

[@JSternDesigns]

As it turns out, Guggenhein is having a "new sale" starting in a few days... for their Tailor Shears. I think these scissors need to go head to head with The Kai Scissors I purchased earlier (during my first scissor buying extravaganza!!) I'm going to get a pair and compare them, stay tuned and thanks for watching

[@gretchenmrozinski4063]

Love all your videos

[@JSternDesigns]

Thanks so much for following along!

[@catherinewhite2943]

I have a couple pair of Guggenhein scissors. They are super smooth and cut like a dream on light fabric, heavy fabric, varying layers, woven and knit. I even prefer them to my beloved (but no longer made) Marks Serra-Sharp scissors that I've had for probably 40 years. No bump on the handle nub.

[@JSternDesigns]

Thank you for sharing your experience with the Guggenhein scissors! ...I guess I have a special handle!! Thanks for watching

[@catherinewhite2943]

I'm also happy to pay a bit more to support an American company plus get the terrific warranty.

[@dianejohanson98]

I bought a pair of Guggenheim scissors about 3 years ago. They cut very well but it’s getting to be a pain having to keep tightening up the screw every time I use them.

[@JSternDesigns]

Thanks for letting us know about the screw... I'm very interested to see how mine hold up! Thanks for watching

[@virginiakasselman5953]

I have those Guggenheim scissors and love them to me they are the CADDILAC of scissors!,👍

[@JSternDesigns]

Thank you for sharing your experience with Guggenhein scissors & for watching :)

[@nataliechim5227]

Jen the generic brand may be a copy of the Guggenheim pair that's why they look similar however the screw, angle of blades and sharpness of the blades makes the difference between scissors. I love my Kai scissors, I was lucky enough that when a friend worked for a haberdashery firm I was able to get the Kai 7300 and the N5240 wholesale. The soft handles on the N5240 mean I can keep cutting with the arthritis in my hands although I did purchase the Fiskars spring action blades. I just made a reel where I am cutting with the Kai scissors. The Guggenheim's do have a lovely cutting action.

[@JSternDesigns]

I saw your Kai scissors in one of your IG posts!! I did get a pair of the 7280 11" Kai scissors during my scissor buying spree! I was going to include them in this video, but then I decided to keep it all about the Black Carbon Steel... I found a few different generic brands of these black scissors when I was looking for something to compare the Guggenhein scissors to... and they all look identical (except for the screws holding the blade/handles together)... But I agree with you... I think there are subtle differences because the Guggenhein scissors did cut better & they have a quiet action. :)) Thanks for watching

[@nataliechim5227]

@@JSternDesigns I can't wait to see what you think about your new Kai scissors, hopefully you will love them.

[@nataliechim5227]

@@JSternDesigns I just checked out your new scissors and they are similar to my 7300, which are just next level scissors. You have no idea how many costumes I cut out with them and they are great for bridal wear.

[@JSternDesigns]

I can tell you they feel really nice in my hand... and they cut air like butter :)))

[@nadinewoods6971]

I’d never heard of the Guggenhein scissors before. I went to their site, but all I can find there is 9” sheers. I’m sure it’s just me, but it seems like I use my smaller scissors way more than my larger ones. Between snipping threads, grading seams, clipping corners and trimming, it feels like I am always reaching for them. I do have snips, but I’ve just never taken to using them. I have a lot of larger shears, so it kind of seems silly to buy more, especially given how much I use my rotary cutter. If you know of any great small scissors available, I would appreciate recommendations. At present most of my small scissors are Gingher; no doubt I probably should just find a good sharpening service. Having really sharp scissors to clip into curves always makes me happy.

[@JSternDesigns]

:) They do make a 7"-8" pair... here's a link to those! www.guggenhein.com/products/guggenhein-viii%E2%84%A2-professional-tailor-shears-7-8-inch

[@kimt2au]

It would also be interesting to see how long each type of scissor stays sharp before you have to have them sharpened.

[@JSternDesigns]

I will definitely keep you updated on that too!! Thanks for watching

[@kandacek63]

The honing is better on the Guggenheim’s. Kai and LDH also make very good scissors. Both are Japanese, but the LDH come from a Canadian based family business.

[@JSternDesigns]

:))) I did snap a pair of Kai scissors in my scissor buying spree... And someone else mentioned the LDH Scissors... I think I'm going to check those out! Thanks for sharing and watching

[@lighthseskr]

I love my Guggenheims.

[@JSternDesigns]

Yay, thank you for letting us know... and for watching!

[@1wholovestrees]

Ohhhh! Those Guggenheim scissors look just like my LDK scissors. LDK is a small company as well. The one thing I don’t like about my LDKs is the point on the end. I find it sticks on my table too much. I have a pair of Benartex in the same type, and that scissors has a bent tip. Much better!

[@JSternDesigns]

...I went to look for LDK scissors... Did you mean LDH? ...That was another scissor I saw that looks exactly like the Guggenhein scissors. Thanks for sharing your experience with this black carbon steel scissors! ... Sounds like I need to check out Benartex scissors too! Thanks for watching

[@1wholovestrees]

@@JSternDesigns Yes, I'm sorry! I didn't have them near me so I guessed. LDH

[@JSternDesigns]

:))) Just between you can me, I published this video spelling Guggenheim wrong! ... also, I'm a guesser too!

[@debbiegauvain8539]

Thank you for this review. Can anyone comment on the weight of the Gugenheimers as compared to Gingher.

[@JSternDesigns]

Oh Gosh... My 10" Ginghers are "lost" in my dining room somewhere... I'll go try to find them so I can let you know... Thanks for watching :))

[@kayphuff]

By any chance do you have Kai lying around to compare?

[@JSternDesigns]

oooooh.... I purchased a pair of 11" Kai scissors too, but I decided not to throw them in with this comparison... I feel like they are on a different level... Penthouse suite level! Stay tuned for my thoughts about those! (copy/pasted from my response above!) Just between you and me, I'm blown away by how nice the Kai scissor are...My first pair ever!

[@judygraham9007]

I'm a lefty. I'll have to check if they have them

[@judygraham9007]

Sadly they do NOT make left handed, but they may in the future 😕

[@JSternDesigns]

Thank you for checking on that for me... Hopefully they will come out with the lefty version soon! Thanks for watching

[@bonnies8018]

I would buy these scissors so fast, if only they had left-handed scissors. Hopefully they will make some soon. I've tried to adapt to right-handed scissors but it's just not precise enough -snip right through your fabric where you weren't supposed to, anyone? :) I think it will be worth the wait when they do make left-handed pairs.

[@JSternDesigns]

Ugh, I did read that they were working on that!! Hopefully they'll get them out soon! Thanks for watching

[@mermaidstears4897]

I’ve turned into a Guggenheim fan. Way easier on my hands than Ginghers

[@JSternDesigns]

It is surprising how much that rubberized coating makes them feel more comfortable in your hand!

[@modifyman6977]

2 edges sliding across each other will make some sound. The smoother the edges I would think the quieter the sound made. A smoother edge, or a sharper edge should be quieter. Look at a sharp edge under a microscope and it makes more sense. They don't look so smooth. So, thanks. Trying to get my mom's sewing machine into doing what it made to do. And on a farm...yeah...always something needs fixing. And I don't want to have to be messing with scissors when I find a few minutes to fix a piece of clothing.

[@modifyman6977]

oh...a thumbs up, but not a subscriber.

[@JSternDesigns]

Thanks for sharing!!... and for the thumbs up!

[@lorenmccoy1721]

My Guggenheim scissor’s has the exact same tab by the finger holes.

[@JSternDesigns]

You have the little bubble too :)))

[@barbaracastle1690]

No bubble on the tab on my Guggenheins

[@kimt2au]

Jen, how do we join discord?

[@JSternDesigns]

Here's a tutorial showing you how to sign up... The invite link is in the video description :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3bZqoaem8Smjdk

[@cleanqueen75]

I like my Kai better but love, love, love my Ez cutter electric rechargeable scissors.

[@JSternDesigns]

:))) ...it sounds like I need to check out Ez cutter electric rechargeable scissors!! Thanks for watching

[@sherrillsturm7240]

I have Guggenhein, but I believe they are shears, not scissors.

[@JSternDesigns]

:))) Thank you for bringing this up... I had to go look up the difference between Shears and Scissors "The difference between “scissors” and “shears” is length and design of the handles. Scissors are smaller than 6” with two identical handles while shears are longer with one rounded bow for the thumb and a longer more elliptical bow for two or more fingers." Yay! Guggenhein Shears for the win! Thanks for watching

[@prdsjfamily396]

Those scissors look amazing. Can an Australian viewer enter? I'd like to enter ..thank you

[@JSternDesigns]

Thanks so much! ...and yes you can enter to win!! I love all my subscribers from all over the world :) Thanks for watching

[@kayphuff]

The brand name does sound better. I can hear the difference.

[@JSternDesigns]

Yes!! Quieter and smoother~!

[@kayphuff]

lol, I use my 12 inch Kai’s to make those little snips lol

[@JSternDesigns]

oooooh.... I purchased a pair of 11" Kai scissors too, but I decided not to throw them in with this comparison... I feel like they are on a different level... Penthouse suite level! Stay tuned for my thoughts about those!

[@kayphuff]

It actually sounds like it’s harder to cut with the offbrand pair on the denim

[@JSternDesigns]

It was definitely more muscle work to cut through the denim with the offbrand pair!

[@HRH_Queen_JoJo]

No bubble on mine!

[@JSternDesigns]

:) ooooh, I must have a special pair!! Thanks for letting me know, and for watching!

[@kayphuff]

I am a scissor addict lol

[@JSternDesigns]

I think I'm turning into one too.... Next Up? Curved vs straight blades on 4" embroidery scissors!

[@kayphuff]

getting what you paid for

[@JSternDesigns]

I think that may be true!

[@michellemabelle100]

Aww, rats! They don't ship to Canada, just the US.

[@JSternDesigns]

sorry about that! Maybe they will add more shipping destinations as they get more popular! Thanks for watching

[@ninadukette3340]

Send back the generic scissors and write a review.

[@JSternDesigns]

That's a thought... (because they catch on silk charmuse)... But if I hadn't tried that fabric, I would not have noticed... They are nice scissors other than using them to cut that specific fabric :)