Professional tailoring scissors
Object
Scissors
Production date
1950-1960
Object number
2024.118
Physical Description
Large right-handed metal scissors. The black handle is well-worn. The lower half of the handle for finger has a notch beneath it, which enables the scissors to stand unaided on a flat surface.
Object history
This pair of scissors was used by Kidar Singh Jamdagni when he worked at Pandit Bros. Ltd to cut patterns from fabric. They were used to cut textiles to make the various dressing downs and house coats the company specialised in.
Associated Organisation
Pandit & Partners Limited (Used by)
Associated Person
Jamdagni, Kidar Singh (Mr) (Used by)
Associated Place
Material
Metal Alloy
Dimension
Length: 320mm
Height: 115mm
Height: 115mm
On display?
No