If you’ve got a big pair of kitchen scissors, you’ve probably noticed a peculiar, toothy metal part between the handles. This little feature seems oddly out of place, as it doesn’t align for cutting like the rest of the scissors. So, what’s the deal with these strange metal jaws?
Not Your Average Cutting Tool
Unlike the sharp blades of the scissors designed for snipping and slicing, the toothy metal jaws don’t quite meet in the middle. At first glance, they seem impractical for cutting—which is, after all, the main purpose of scissors. Their true purpose might not be immediately obvious, but it’s a surprisingly ingenious addition to kitchen shears.
