6th Finger Fly Tying Scissors

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Handy Item Review by Brown Trout

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The scissors are comfortable and easy to use. Good value and quality, give them a try. (Posted on 3/20/12)

6th Finger Fly Tying Scissors Review by Neil

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Great scissors very easy to use fit the hand comfortably I used to put my scissors down all the time but with these I don't speeding up things a little not looking for them all the time (Posted on 2/23/12)

Comfortable to keep in your hand while you tie Review by George

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I have been tying since 1967 and find these to be a great addition to my arsenal of tying tools. They are the most comfortable scissors that I have ever used to keep constantly in my hand and the fine points are just right for the size flies that I tie - size 14-22.

As a tying instructor, I have already shown them and recommended them to the students in my tying class.

(Posted on 2/6/12)

Comfortable to Use Review by George

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I have been tying since 1967 and these are very comfortable to keep in your hand and the fine points are perfect for the size flies that I tie - nothing larger than 14 and usually 16-22. (Posted on 2/4/12)

Wonderful Review by Fly Tying Bob

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Have three pair. What more can be said. (Posted on 2/3/12)

6th Finger sissors Review by David

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I learned to tie with my scissors in hand. The 6th Finger scissors are great, providing me the same convenience of scissors in hand with a slimmer profile and quality blades. (Posted on 2/3/12)

Neat tool for most situations. Review by jim

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Having tied for some 65 years, I have used several pairs of scissors, settling for a couple that I have had in use for 40 or more years. This addition is novel in use since it can stay "handy" while rummaging through materials for the next recipe item. I tie for personal use, and do some small stuff for fresh water trout, and larger stuff for salt water red fish; some of the s/w stuff requires a more sturdy tool, but that is not a problem. I would recommend it to folks wanting the convenience of having it in place most of the time. (Posted on 2/2/12)

Good place to start Review by RickMcfly

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If you have not learned to keep your scissors in your hand when you are fly tying, these scissors are a great place to start. They are nicely designed and fit well in the hand and are slightly less bulky the standard scissors. Using the scissors does require the use of all the finger in a squeezing motion rather then the thumb and one finger with conventional scissors. To me it is a bit more awkward, but overall they get my vote, especially for those who are new to the game. (Posted on 2/2/12)

Good value and a great tool to help the maturing tyer. Review by nittro

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A natural fit that aids in developing your tying skills. (Posted on 1/28/12)

Great Product Review by Craig

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I just received three pairs for my tying club. I used tungsten one last night and it was convenient to have in hand and very sharp. (Posted on 1/17/12)

Excellent Review by David

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I appreciate the convenience of these scissors. I tie with my scissors in my hand and the sixth finger allows me to tie without thinking about shifting the scissors. They are sharp, easy to use in tight places and always there. (Posted on 12/10/11)

Still getting comfortable with 6th finger scissors! Review by Richard, Oxford, Ohio

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I like these a lot. They are precise, sharp, and will manufactured. I still have a habit of putting them down after a cut instead of keeping them on my hand. I am sure with more use I will use them as intended. Excellent product! (Posted on 11/2/11)

A very usefull product ! Review by Graham

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I was for ever looking for my scissors. Not any more, they are always at hand (sorry about the pun ) I am thinking about purchasing a second pair , whilst the price is so good.

Graham , Christchurch , New Zealand. (Posted on 10/16/11)

6th Finger Scissor Review Review by Terry

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I found the 6th finger scissors to be extremely sharp with a very small sharp point which is fine for close delicate work. Since I don't hold my scissors in my hand while tying, it got some getting use to, but when I did, the were so unobtrusive that I forgot I was holding them. Very nice. (Posted on 10/12/11)

Outstanding value Review by Wildman

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The Sixth Finger Fly Tying Scissors have made my tying so much easier. I had several pairs of scissors and was always hunting for them....even if I put them down in the same place on my desk. I can comfortably hold these scissors and forget I have them in hand at times. Sharp as a razor and easy to use. I am extremely pleased with the purchase and am buying some for gifts this Christmas. Well made. (Posted on 10/12/11)

6 th finger sissors Review by Greg

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I ordered a pair of the standard 6th finger scissors in the march . They came in a few days. When my Girl friend saw them she wanted to borrow them to give them a try. It is a good thing since then I have been spending my free time on the water. As fall approaches and I sit back down at the bench I'll have to get another pair as the original are usually busy in the palm of you know who.

Light sharp and after you get use to them in your palm they save slot of time.

Greg
Napa Ca (Posted on 8/17/11)

Great addition to my Fly Tying Tool Arsenal Review by Don

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I got these scissors about 6 weeks ago, but have only started using them in the last 2 weeks or so. At first I wasn't that impressed with them, but as I began using them I started appreciating them more and more. They have tremendously sharp tips which allow me to trim fine fibres very closely.

I initially found the scissors getting in the way when I whip finished ( by hand), but I was wearing the scissors on the middle finger. I have recently switched to the ring finger, and now have no conflicts with this operation.

These scissors have replaced some Iris scissors I originally obtained from a veterinarian friend some 30 years ago. These have been dropped on concrete loors a few times and have been sharpened a couple of times. The tips are somewhat mangled but are still pretty sharp, although they don't work as well in close as they used to. Ths prompted the purchase of the 6th finger scissors.

I am happy to say that after an initial period where of getting used to them, these scissors now exceed all my expectations, and perform admirably. Also they're a lot harder to drop, since they rarely leave my hand, so they should last a long, long time.
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Solved the problem of holding scissors when tying Review by Greg

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I have been tying for 25 years and have never been able to comfortably hold scissors while tying. This design has solved the problem. As soon as I used the scissors I was amazed how natural they felt in the hand without interfering with ones tying style. I have yet to use another scissor. (Posted on 3/31/11)

Excellent scissors Review by Andy

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It took me only about a day of tying to get used to keeping the scissors in my hand.
Once adjusted to that it is a major improvement to have the scissors ready anytime. You all know that ridiculous search for your scissors before you find them hidden under some feathers or fur, don´t you. No more with this ever so practical device! (Posted on 3/29/11)

Works good except Review by Susan

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I like the way the scissors fits my hand, and have no trouble keeping it there while tying, but I had to sharpen the scissors to get it as sharp as I keep my other scissors. (Posted on 3/28/11)

I Wanna B Review by Richard

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Like the Pro's . . and never put the scissors down... Making progress. Like these scissors as well or better than any thing else on the tying bench. Even if you play "pick- it- up- and- drop- it" they come to hand very easy.
Summary - glad I bought them, they are my #1 scissors now. Happy!
(Posted on 3/28/11)

Time saving Review by Bill

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I've bought these scissors for myself a 3 friends. All were very pleased with the product. Takes a little getting used to but saves looking for scissors and work well. (Posted on 1/31/11)

smart idea Review by gt

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who ever made this product must be really smart because i would never come with such a thing (Posted on 1/26/11)

Needed these 15 years ago! Review by FlyBuff

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Great tool for me. I am left handed, but was taught right handed (from looking at pictures and listening to instructions) so my hands tend to both get a workout. This forces me to cut with the bobbin hand. It took a few flies to get it down (a held materials back and cut with the left hand while tying with the right) and have greatly improved my tying effectivness.
I love the small sharp scissor blades too. Being it winter I have been tying many midge patterns for local trout and these have helped a few of the problems I had in the past! (Posted on 1/21/11)

Don't leave home without them Review by KevinP

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I have been using these siccors for three weeks now and have them in hand most of the time when I am tying. I like them enough to purchase another pair to leave in my tying travel bag. (Posted on 12/28/10)

Good Product! Review by Allen

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Good Product! easy to work with. Thanks !!! (Posted on 12/10/10)

Great Scissors! Review by Fishing_Mo

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I bought both sizes. The 4.5 fit my small hand better. I like them a lot. I always know where my scissors are. Good quality materials. A very good buy. I've ordered more for Christmas gifts. (Posted on 12/8/10)

The best fly tying item I have purchased in years! Review by Richard

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I was skeptical when I saw the ad in Hatches, but I was interested enough to purchase the 6th finger scissors.
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I'm not a master fly tyer, but even at my level of tying they are a great advantage. I was constantly picking up scissors during each tying activity...but now they are always there...ready to use!
(Posted on 12/8/10)

Good Review by SNTROADWARRIOR

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The scissors eliminate flipping the scissors to the back of my hand, and back to my palm when tying flies. I have tied about 60 flies using the scissors, and the only challenge I have had is poking myself when tying my size 20 parachute adams. (Posted on 12/8/10)

6th finger scissors Review by George

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Good Product! May buy one more! (Posted on 12/4/10)

Excellent but... Review by Scissorhandz

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The 5.5" titanium perform nicely but are a bit large/long in the hand...
The 4.5" titanium perform nicely and fit better... Less filling / Tastes great!
I had been using thread nippers but these are more precise and quickly became quite natural... an effective quality tool well worth adding to your kit... NO regrets!
(Posted on 11/5/10)

Great Scissors! Review by Gretchen

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Good quality, fine points and a nice weight. I have small hands and I find them easy to use. Also easy to put down and pick up if you don't want to hold them all the time.
Quite pleased with my purchase. (Posted on 11/2/10)

Best yet Review by Leif

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The Sixth Fingers are the best pair of scissors I've got, so far, and I have a lot. Now I don't have to look for them among the feathers and stuff on my fly tying table. I have them at hand, always. (Posted on 11/2/10)

Buying more for Christmas Gifts Review by Fishing_Mo

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Got my scissors in the morning mail. Tried them out. Really great. (Posted on 10/26/10)

get a grip and tie flies more fluidly... Review by The Duchinator

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The amount of time It took to locate and pick-up my tying scissors while tying flies has caused me to seek a solution to that problem...
Now problem solved...6th finger scissors.
No more fumbling and wasted time, smooth flow of tying flies at hand .
This ol'dog learned a new trick ! thank you

(Posted on 10/12/10)

Execellent when tying with lots of hackle Review by Albert

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I am only using it when I am using hackle during my flytying ! Excelent for that ! (Posted on 10/1/10)

I love them but they are not perfect Review by Wayne

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I like them and use them a lot. They are well made.

The only problem I have with them is they seem to not cut some materials very well like thicker chenille and such. I keep my other scissors handy for those materials. (Posted on 9/30/10)

Very Nice Review by Snake2water

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They are fairly nice- still gettting used to them- good quality though
Thanks (Posted on 9/24/10)

Scissors are excellent!!!! Review by Don

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Andy Puyans taught me many moons ago NOT to put the scissors down. The penalty was a poke in the eye with a sharp stick. The scissors are great Keith.

Thanks.

Don L (Posted on 9/22/10)

great tiny point scissors Review by flyty1n

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If you need really fine points to trim hackle and threads, and are used to holding the scissors in your hand while you tie, these fit the bill. The only caveat is that they are a bit longer than a usual scissors so you have to get used to the additional length when you tie. Fine points are ideal for those tiny flies. (Posted on 9/18/10)

good value if one can ever get used to having scissors in hand Review by rich

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Been tying 50 years and have tried every position I can think of and
every type of scissors I have found. Still tie "unscissored" most of
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Rich (Posted on 9/17/10)

Makes tying flies easier and faster Review by Paul

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HEARD ABOUT THE PRODUCT SOMEWHERE ELSE. WHEN I SAW IT ON YOUR WEB SITE," I SAID TO MYSELF, WHY NOT BUY IT FROM HATCHES". SO I DID. (Posted on 9/17/10)

love them Review by MARK

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The Sixth Fingers are best thing to come along in some time. I love them and plan to order more and give them out for CHRISTMAS to friends who tie (Posted on 9/17/10)

favorite scissors Review by Richard

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These scissors stay out of the way when you are tying. They are very sharp and cut close. I would not advise using them to cut anything but soft items but I can pick up another pair of more heavy duty scissors and use them with the 6th finger still in my hand. Try 'em, you'll like 'em. (Posted on 9/17/10)

Feel Good in the hand and not in the way Review by Larry

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Got my scissors this morning in the mail. Took time out from work to try them. Absolutely love the scissors. I use the larger size on my streamers and the smaller ones on the drys and size 18 - 26. Feel good in the hand and not in the way during tying. I am going to recommend these every chance I get. Definitely worth the wait. Tying for 22 years and finally a pair of scissors that are perfect. (Posted on 7/24/10)

Truly a sixth finger and the fine point of the scissor can trim the smallest of fly’s with ease. Review by Dale

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I have been tying for over forty years and have used every scissor on the market at one time or another. They all do what you would expect but the sixth finger takes it up another notch, I would recommend it to anyone. (Posted on 5/17/10)

Excellent product Review by Zen Fly 13

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I can't agree more with the above reviews the 6 fingers scissors are perfect for fly tying (Posted on 5/16/10)

handy, work well Review by Bill

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Very convenient and work well. Took a little getting use to, but save time and are a real plus. Glad I bought them. (Posted on 5/13/10)

God sent sixth finger. Review by Ted How

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For me these are God sent. No more picking them up off the floor after they have slipped from your hand or fallen off the tying bench.
However, I would like to see a better finish to the product. (Posted on 5/13/10)

Very good idea Review by chuck37

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I could never keep scissors in my hand while tying. With the sixth finger i have no trouble keeping scissors in my hand. Saves looking for my scissors they are sharp and seem to be of good quality. Am very pleased with them. (Posted on 5/12/10)

Brilliant design--truly cutting edge Review by StephenSF

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I'm new to fly tying, but when I saw these 6th finger scissors, I knew I had to have them. One can spend a lot of time fumbling around the fly tying desk for scissors, picking them up, putting them down and doing that over and over again. I hope my Dr. Slick's don't feel neglected! (Posted on 5/12/10)

Speedy Review by Jim Bennett

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I am a commercial fly tyer and have always got scissors in my right hand when tying but no matter how used to it you are without the ring they are going to fall sometime .Not anymore the sixth sense scissors are really good because before all the scissors with a ring were too big and bulcky.These scissors suite me to a tee and are nice and sharp i`ll just have to wait to see how long they stay sharp but i think they will be okay.Now even novices can tie like a pro!!....Jim Bennett pikeandsaltwaterflies. (Posted on 5/12/10)

Nice Scissors Review by Bluesman

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The 6th finger tying scissors are a great addition to my fly tying station. They do not help me with being out of my way however because of the size of my fingers. The size of the finger hole is simply too small to flop back and forth for using in the manner described in the sales proposition. But for my finger size they are excellent scissors and have been an asset to my tying in getting into the smallest sections of tying areas to clip even the smallest feathers or thread. (Posted on 4/21/10)

The best! Review by oldtrout

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The Sixth Fingers are far and away my favorite fly tying scissors. I have at leat half a dozen high quality scissors on my bench, but haven't touched them since I started using the stainless steel Sixth Finger scissor. I'm so impressed with the functional design that I order the new tungsten model. If I could only have one pair of scissors it would be a Sixth Finger! (Posted on 4/13/10)

neat and well design Review by Serge

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It is now my main scissors for trout flies. Easy to manipulate, it has increased my speed at the bench. (Posted on 4/12/10)

super sharp Review by flygirl

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I like the sharpness of these scissors but my only problem with them would be that for small hands like mine they are a bit awkward to handle....if the length was just alittle shorter. (Posted on 4/12/10)

The better mousetrap Review by Silver Doctor

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I had the same problem as the reviewer above. Most of my scissors handles were worn down of their color because I dragged them across the desk everytime they were needed.

One of the guys at our club was tying with them and let me try them. Phenomenal. No learning curve and no adjustment needed, just slip them over your finger and they fit like an old friend.

I have large hands, and the supersized fingerholes give me plenty of room without chafing. I'm a fan. (Posted on 3/2/10)

As close to perfect as a fly tying scissors can get Review by E. Scissor Hands

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I have a vise vice (22 and counting...I can quit anytime, really) and an equally dangerous scissor fetish ( too many to count). Although I have been tying for over 45 years, I have never gotten comfortable tying with wearing scissors continously. A professional I met recently told me he learned by forcing himself to wear a scossors on his hand all day long...I didn't have the guts to ask him if he ran with them too.
In my mind, that's over the top and more than I was willing to do to look like a pro. Along comes the 6th Finger and, problem solved! A quality surgical steel, fine point scissors that literally becomes a natural extention of your hand. I actually believe the 6th Finger has ended my quest for the ultimate fly tying scissors.
(Posted on 3/2/10)