OVERVIEW
FOUNDATION
1923
LOCATION
Solingen
EMPLOYEES
50
PRODUCTION
approx. 1,000,000 scissors per year – approx. 460 models
DISTRIBUTION
approx. 4,000 customers in 140 countries around the world
Short profile
KRETZER SCHEREN was founded in 1923 in the “city of blades” Solingen. Today, after 100 years, the family business produces around 460 different models of scissors and approx. 1 million a year.
Every single pair of scissors is manufactured with decades of experience and masterly skill. The result is guaranteed perfectly cutting scissors – piece by piece!
Kretzer scissors are sold and appreciated all over the world. With household, industrial, garden or hobby scissors as well as special scissors and individual custom-made products, all areas of the market are covered.
The company has now established itself as the largest manufacturer of scissors in Europe, making it one of the most important scissor companies in the world.
If you would like to find out more about us and our products, please contact your retailer, visit us online or visit our factory outlet in Solingen.
OUR PRODUCT GROUPS FOR YOUR APPLICATION
Scissors for the traditional scissor user. High-quality materials paired with modern technology and traditional craftsmanship create the perfect scissors for all applications and materials.
A wide range of high-quality scissors for professional use. Special cutting patterns, perfectly shaped blades and comfortable handles make these professional tools reliable helpers for all difficult cutting applications.
Scissors that set no limits to your creativity. Stable cutting edges, precise tips and comfortable handles make your ideas a reality.
We are proud of our scissors that don’t cut – at least not skin. However, thanks to the special cut, the scissors cut all other materials reliably. Less risk of injury, more safety.
Scissors specially designed for processing technical fibers and fabrics. Thanks to the special cut, the scissors reliably cut aramid, carbon and glass fibers in (almost) any thickness.
Special scissors for manual use. Robust with a stable cutting edge, they can cut through even the most stubborn materials.