American Scissors and Shears
American Scissors and Shears by Philip R. Pankiewicz offers an in-depth historical overview of over 100 companies and individuals involved in the production of scissors and shears in the United States from the mid-1800s to approximately 1930. Published by Universal-Publishers in 2013, this illustrated edition spans 310 pages and is presented in English. The book features hundreds of photographs, advertisements, and patents that showcase the various antique and vintage scissors produced during this period.
Readers will find a comprehensive exploration of American-made scissors, making it a valuable resource for tool and cutlery collectors, sewing enthusiasts, and history buffs. This work stands out by providing a detailed survey that goes beyond general histories of scissors or sewing implements. The inclusion of visual elements enhances the text, offering insights into early American industries and the craftsmanship involved in creating these tools.
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American Scissors and Shears provides an historical overview of more than 100 companies and individuals involved in producing scissors and shears in the United States from the mid-1800s to approximately 1930. Accompanying and enhancing the text are hundreds of photographs, advertisements, and patents of the many varieties of antique and vintage scissors produced during this time period. The book will prove invaluable to tool collectors, cutlery collectors (including knives and scissors), sewing enthusiasts, history buffs in general, and to those interested in early American industries. Some books have provided broad overviews of the history of scissors; others have investigated sewing implements, including scissors. None to date have provided the in-depth survey of American-made scissors presented in American Scissors and Shears.
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