Kitchen Shears & Kitchen Scissors for Everyday Kitchen Precision

Heavy-Duty Shears vs Precision Scissors

While both tools improve prep efficiency, kitchen shears and kitchen scissors serve different purposes. Heavy-duty shears, like those in the IconiX range, feature thicker blades and reinforced cutting power for breaking down poultry, trimming fat, and handling tougher ingredients. Many designs also include integrated bone notches for additional leverage. In contrast, specialised herb scissors from the Prepare range feature five precision blades designed to finely slice herbs without bruising delicate leaves, preserving flavour and aroma.

Ergonomic Design for Safer Food Preparation

Comfort and grip are essential during repetitive cutting tasks. Baccarat iD3 kitchen shears feature ergonomic handles with MicroDot® Technology, designed to reduce pressure points and maintain a secure, non-slip grip—even with wet or oily hands. Spring-loaded mechanisms also help minimise hand fatigue, making extended prep safer and more comfortable.

Hygienic Materials Built to Last

All Baccarat kitchen scissors are crafted from food-grade Stainless Steel or Japanese Steel 420J2 for superior hygiene, corrosion resistance, and long-term sharpness. Pair them with specialist blades like Boning Knives for meat preparation or precision Paring Knives for detail work. Every Baccarat cutting tool is backed by a Lifetime Guarantee for long-lasting kitchen performance.

FAQ Section

What is the difference between kitchen shears and kitchen scissors?
While often used interchangeably, kitchen shears are generally larger and designed for heavy-duty tasks such as cutting poultry or thick cartilage. Kitchen scissors are typically smaller and better suited to lighter precision tasks like snipping herbs or trimming pastry.

What is the difference between kitchen scissors and regular scissors?
Professional kitchen scissors are made from food-grade stainless steel designed to resist corrosion from food acids. They also feature stronger blades and ergonomic handles for improved grip and cutting control.

What are the best kitchen shears?
The best kitchen shears are crafted from premium Japanese or high-carbon stainless steel for long-lasting sharpness. Baccarat iD3 shears are especially popular thanks to their ice-hardened blades and spring-loaded action.

What is the use of kitchen shears?
Kitchen shears are versatile tools used for trimming meat, spatchcocking poultry, cutting herbs, slicing pizza, and opening food packaging without damaging kitchen knives.

What is the best material for kitchen scissors?
Japanese Steel 420J2 and high-quality Stainless Steel are considered ideal materials for kitchen scissors because they combine durability, rust resistance, and excellent edge retention.

Why Baccarat for kitchen shears and scissors?
Baccarat designs premium kitchen shears and kitchen scissors using the same professional standards as its knife collections, delivering ergonomic comfort, advanced blade engineering, and Lifetime Guaranteed durability.