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Because we know that there’s nothing like a real recommendation from a real parent, we first headed to the Mumsnet forums to find out which kitchen scissors discerning Mumsnet users had bought for their homes.

Shun is one of the biggest names in high-quality knives, so it's no surprise they make a great pair of herb shears. Since herbs are so delicate and usually small, having small, easily maneuverable blades makes any herb task much more manageable. Where many herbs shears falter, however, is the hand holds. However, small blades and delicate tasks don't necessarily mean the hands using them are small, too. Shun got the memo and made the handholds large and narrow, giving you as much control as possible when clipping herbs. There's even a tiny notch in between the hand holes for stripping herbs. To enjoy the best traits of both materials, look for brands that use high-end stainless steel alloys developed to mimic the traits of carbon steel such as hard cutting edges, edge retention, and sharpness. Handle Comfort and GripProfessional-grade pairs may be made of carbon steel. Compared to stainless steel, it takes a sharper edge, holds an edge better, and is easier to sharpen. The detachable blades come apart for easy cleaning or sharpening and are dishwasher safe. Made in China.

Sharpening kitchen shears involves removing the two blades from one another and stroking the shears against a whetstone, first on the coarse side (about 10 strokes) and then on the fine side. If you don’t have this sharpening equipment, it’s recommended to send your shears out to a professional sharpener.The interior of the handles is coated in soft rubber, making these comfortable to grip and easy to keep your grip when things get wet or slippery. Unfortunately, the hand holes themselves are a bit small. If you have larger hands, these might be uncomfortable to use. You may wish to consider the size of the handle on your shears too, to ensure it is a good fit for your own hand size and shape. Most kitchen shears give detailed dimensions for this purpose. Separating blades However, it should be noted that springs create a welcome environment for food particles to collect and bacteria to breed – extra care should be taken to thoroughly clean the spring area after each use. Serrated Blade Edge For extended use or for work with hard materials, look for handles made of rubber or ABS plastic that provide cushioned comfort and a safe, slip-resistant grip.

The blades come apart to make washing a breeze and can even be tossed in the dishwasher. However, that's the end of the added features on these shears: They don't offer anything else in the way of extras like bottle openers or other tools. This provides a better grip on slippery materials like fish, poultry skins, and silver skin when cutting. Care and MaintenanceThe attractive yet highly functional Shimomura Murato Kitchen Scissors are made entirely from stainless steel following the most advanced forging techniques in Japan. These Japanese kitchen scissors are highly rated for their sharpness, user-friendliness, and authenticity. The best kitchen scissors you can buy are the Oxo Good Grips Kitchen Scissors. Featuring soft-grip handles and micro-serrated blade, they are a superb all-rounder and a fantastic price too. How we chose our recommendations A good pair of kitchen shears is an indispensable tool for food prep that can serve multiple purposes. Convenient and handy in the kitchen, the extra features help to reduce the need for a number of single-use tools that take up extra kitchen space. All shears do not act as multi-tools, but if this is something that interests you, be sure to keep an eye out for specific features that will meet your needs. One-Piece Construction