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Gold Plated 1970s Choosing Keeping Scissor

£25.00

A 1970s original design comes to join the ranks of our hand forged scissors. Expert and high quality scissor making ensure blades will cut through paper without resistance for 100% satisfaction. To insure blades remain sharp any heavy duty use such as opening packaging should be avoided.

Our Italian scissors are all forged in the small mountain town of Premana, a thousand meters above sea level in the Lombard Alps. To the untrained eye it looks like any other quaint mountain town, complete with winding cobbled pathways and old stone houses, but don’t be fooled! Premana is the heart of the Italian scissor industry and an excellent example of how the environment informs industry; the surrounding mountains are rich with iron from which the first cutting utensils of Premana were forged three centuries ago.

Today the scissors are made from steel and are no longer finished completely by hand; the factory workers are assisted by modern advancements in technology and machinery to complete the numerous processes that are involved in finishing the blades, from sharpening to polishing. Despite this modernisation the production of our Italian scissors relies on historical designs and many have been made for generations.

Premana takes great pride in its scissors and the entire town is fuelled by their production - indeed there are around fifty unique family owned and run companies operating out of Premana and each one has its niche. There is even a small scissor factory that pays homage to the history of the cutting utensils; we were lucky enough to visit in 2019 and you can read our full article and see images from our trip here.

Length: 19cm
Width: 6cm
Depth: 0.4cm
Weight: 92g
Material: Steel, with Gold plated handles with chrome plated blades

Caution: Product has functional sharp edges. Handle with care.

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Gold Plated 1970s Choosing Keeping Scissor

£25.00
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Do You Offer Gift Wrapping?

Yes, gift wrapping can be chosen before checkout and is a £10 flat fee, which includes a card and envelope for you to leave a message. We use premium materials, our in-house Italian paper and Swiss ribbon and an assortment of branded stickers.

How can I amend my order?

Once placed, orders cannot be modified and the address cannot be changed. This is to avoid errors in processing. If you have made an error, please email to request a cancellation, you can then place a new order with the correct details. Once shipped an order cannot be cancelled, it will need to be returned.

What if something is out of stock?

If an item in your order is unavailable, our team will contact you in writing to let you know and discuss your options. We’ll do our best to suggest alternatives or advise when the item is expected back in stock. During busy seasonal periods, if an item under £10 is out of stock, we’ll issue a refund for that product and send the rest of your order so you receive it without delay.

Can I buy gift vouchers?

Digital Gift Cards can be purchased through our website and are delivered by email, these are redeemable through online purchases only. In-store only gift vouchers can also be purchased by visiting us at our physical store in Covent Garden.

Can I collect my order in store?

Yes, if the items in your basket are available at our shop in Covent Garden, you will be able to select “Pick Up” at that location. Not all items will be available at this location.

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We ship to all Worldwide destinations exclusively using DHL Express. For UK destinations DHL Express is a 24h next working day delivery service.

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We aim to despatch orders within 48 hours. At busy shopping periods this can take an extra few days. Orders placed after 1pm on Fridays and at the weekend will be sent out Monday at the earliest.

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Shipping to USA, Europe, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand will be sent Delivered Duty Paid (DDP). This means all customs duties, taxes, and handling fees are already covered at checkout—so your order arrives without any unexpected extra charges.

About Us

Choosing Keeping is an independent shop located in Covent Garden, London. We specialise in offering a wide range of stationery and miscellaneous items to cater to all your needs.

We take pride in offering products that inspire creativity and elevate the art of writing. Whether you're looking for a special gift or simply want to treat yourself, we invite you to explore our collection and discover the joy of stationery.

We offer gift wrapping with premium materials, our in-house Italian paper and Swiss ribbon and an assortment of swallow branded stickers. We ship to all destinations worldwide by DHL.

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21 Tower Street,
London, WC2H 9NS (Map)

T: 020 7613 3842
E:info@choosingkeeping.com
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