What are they?

[Kernopelli]

Didn't know where to post this ( sometimes wish we had a "tool" forum). My wife got these scissors at an estate sale today and asked if Id see if anyone knew what they were? My son has a set of herb scissors with multiple (7, I think) blades but these simply have three....anyone have any idea what they are for? (BTW, the tips are not broken off, they are made somewhat short and square).

 

[Rustyiron]

Those are sissors that it's ok to run with!:laughing:

 

[creekbend]

I'm not an expert, but they look like regular scissors that were grinded to be shorter. For what reason, I don't have a clue. Sincerely wish you the best in finding the right answer.

 

[Kernopelli]

Sorry, I guess you can't tell from the pics, the unique aspect is that they are three bladed. The single blade has two square. sharp shearing edges and passes tightly though two separate blades. I simply mentioned they weren't broken because they are apparently factory made blunt tipped and stubby as well. I seen scissors with many blades for "chopping" (herb scissors) but have no idea what these could be for.

 

[Mike1369]

Looks like rose cutters..

 

[kneedeep]

maybe thin metal shears????

 

[sailorman]

leather sheers

 

[oldballs]

Maybe they are some kind of veternarian grooming tool.

 

[welderdawg]

Looks like candy scissor or taffy cutters?????

 

[chim]

Pattern shears?

Pattern Shears @ SunshineGlass.com

 

[Kernopelli]

Pattern shears?

Pattern Shears @ SunshineGlass.com

I think you're right. My wife stated she was pretty certain the estate owner was a hobbyist making stained glass.
Thanks!

 

[Pipestone Kid]

Those are pattern shears for stained glass workers. When you cut out a pattern the center blade removes enough of the pattern to allow for the lead came or copper foil (which ever you use).

 

[sixdogs]

My uncle, who shortened chair legs for a living, had a pair like that. He never did get them exactly even but kept trying.

 

[shucksters]

leather sheers with an awl?

 

[glinke]

They are used to cut patterns for stained glass windows. The little strip cut out of the middle is the same thickness as the center part of the lead came that is used to join all the pieces together.