VTG 1930s J Wiss & Sons Pinking Shears Zig-Zag Cut Model C 3.5" Sawtooth Blades

All items are cross-listed. Prices are marked down based off of time in inventory. Firm Price - no further discounts given. No replies to offers will be made. For your consideration is this vintage pair of pinking shears marked simply WISS on one . These scissors were manufactured by J. Wiss Sons Company of Newark, New Jersey. The mark appears to be acid stamped, is very faint, and does not include patent information. After reviewing different models on J Wiss Sons online document repository, seller believes these to be the Model C version (see 1938 catalog image provided in photos). Patent US1970408A was submitted in 1931 for the shape of the saw-tooth blades. Patens US2286874A was submitted in 1940 for the method of making pinking shears. This pair does not have either patent number embossed upon the blades. The saw-toothed blades extend for a length of 3.5 inches, with an entire chrome or nickel plated blades measuring 5 inches. The entire pair of scissors measures almost 9 inches in length and weighs 7.7 ounces. The handles are enameled black. An image of paper cut with the scissors is provided in the listing's photos. The tension is strong and blades are all intact. These collectible scissors were used for creating zig-zag cuts in fabric to prevent fraying and adding decorative patterns to sewing projects. The J Wiss Sons brand is known for its quality and durability, making these pinking shears a valuable tool for any vintage sewing enthusiast or collector.Prepa