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Wiss · Upholstery and fabric shears

Crescent Wiss W20 Bent-Handle Upholstery Shears

Crescent Wiss W20 shears with open blades and bent black handles.
Crescent Wiss W20 shears with open blades and bent black handles.

When to choose it

The W20 is intended for upholstery, drapery and similar work where the thick blades must pass through substantial material. Crescent gives a 4.75-inch blade length and a 10.375-inch overall length. Those are separate checks when you need cutting span but must also fit your hand and the bent handle near a pattern edge.

The pivot is adjustable, so check the maker’s instructions if you want to change how the blades move together. For a dedicated left-handed model, compare the separately listed W20LH. If your main concern is a slipping fabric rather than material thickness, also compare a documented micro-serrated shear.

Specifications

Brand
Wiss
Construction
Bent-handle shear
Work task
Upholstery and drapery
Model
W20
Blade length
4.75 in
Overall length
10.375 in
Handle
Bent
Material
High carbon steel
Finish
Nickel-plated blades
Pivot
Adjustable
Amazon.com reference
B005LBMFCY

Fit and buying advice

Match the manufacturer’s material guidance and compare blade length with the cut you need to make.

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Documentation

Questions about this product

Which measurement tells me the blade length?

Crescent lists 4.75 inches for the blade and 10.375 inches for the full tool.

What should I order if I need the dedicated left-hand version?

Crescent lists W20LH separately. Confirm that suffix on the exact listing.

Is the pivot fixed?

The maker describes an adjustable SET-EASY pivot. Follow its directions when setting it.

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