Wiss (J Wiss and Sons)

Wiss (1848-1976) specialized in the production of scissors and shears. Wiss is now part of Cooper Industries, scissors manufactured under the umbrella of Apex Tools.

Various documents about this company are available at http://jwissandsons.com/

Tags:

• Wiss

Examples:

• J-7
• KSC Nutcracker
• Model A
• Model C Pinking Shears (in box)
• No 39
• Nutcracker
• Shears

See also:

• J Wiss and Sons Jewelers – Newark, NJ
• 1848-1948 History
• 1950s catalog

#35: Wonder Woman Scissors

Maker: Dyno Merchandise Corporation
Model: Wonder Woman
Materials: Plastic and metal
Year: 1978
Length: --
Description: Made for DC Comics
Value: ~$10

Given the long and rather salacious tradition of making scissors, nutcrackers etc in the shape of a woman, I think this design is in rather questionable taste. Also the design and execution is not terribly good.  Nevertheless this does seem to be official merchandising not a knock off.  These scissor do not seem to be rare.  Prices range from 7 to 12 dollars.

See also:

• Experience the Wonder
• Wonder Woman Figural Scissors
• Wonder Woman Scissors

#34: KSC Multi-tool scissors

Maker: Wiss
Model: KSC stands for Kitchen Shears Chrome. Includes bottle opener and Mason jar openers.
Materials: Metal
Year: Vintage 1960s or 70s
Length: 8"
Description: As shown, no evidence of enamel on the handle.
Value: $1
Listing corrections courtesy of Don Wiss