Scissors William Rodgers Magbel Marked Sheffield Shears Pocket Early 20th C

Name: Scissors William Rodgers Magbel Marked Sheffield Shears Pocket Early 20th C
SKU: INV4623
Price: 25.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

£25.00

Inventory Code: INV4623

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Scissors William Rodgers Magbel Marked Sheffield Shears Pocket Early 20th C

ITEM DETAILS

Inventory Code: INV4623

Object: Pocket Scissors Set

Material: Steel with leather case

Origin: Sheffield, England

Period: Early 20th Century

Date: Early 1900s

Decoration: Brown leather folding case with three pairs of steel scissors

Mark: William Rodgers “Magbel” Sheffield England

MEASUREMENTS

Scissor Length: 5.1 in / 13.0 cm

Scissor Width: 1.7 in / 4.5 cm

Depth: 1.0 in / 2.5 cm

Pocket: 16 x 10 cm

CONDITION

GOOD (4/5) – General age-related wear to the leather case with scuffs, surface marks and edge wear. The metal clasp is missing its locking lever, so the case does not fasten securely. The scissors show light oxidation, minor staining and use-related wear. The set appears substantially complete. Please review the photos carefully for more details.

DESCRIPTION

A practical early 20th century leather pocket scissors set containing three pairs of steel scissors in graduated sizes.

The brown leather folding case features retaining straps and a metal clasp closure.

The largest pair is clearly marked William Rodgers Magbel Sheffield England.

An attractive antique sewing, tailoring or personal grooming accessory with useful display and collecting appeal.

COLLECTOR’S NOTE

William Rodgers of Sheffield was a well-known maker of quality edged tools and cutlery, with production spanning the late 19th and 20th centuries.

Portable leather scissors sets such as this were valued for travel, sewing and household use, and remain sought after by collectors of Sheffield cutlery and antique sewing implements.

NOTES

Please review all photos carefully as they form part of the description.