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Turkey Calls => Mouth Call Making Discussion => Topic started by: turkeykiller22 on December 22, 2016, 10:37:12 AM

Title: Scissors for latex
Post by: turkeykiller22 on December 22, 2016, 10:37:12 AM
What all scissors do you guys use for making the cut in the top reed? Ive always used a small pair that knight and hale sold a while back in a call making kit. They have recently dulled and will no longer cut latex...  :-\ 

Thanks for the help!
Title: Re: Scissors for latex
Post by: Lonehowl on December 22, 2016, 12:44:09 PM
Ive used a few different kinds, but I settled on the small Fiskers you can get at Walmart. Super sharp, but watch out for the tips...they are also super sharp.
Mark
Title: Re: Scissors for latex
Post by: GobbleNut on December 23, 2016, 03:44:42 PM
I have used an assortment and have found that most will cut the latex cleanly,...even some very inexpensive scissors.  I do prefer sharp-tipped scissors that can be easily slipped between the latex layers.  Rounded ones will work,...just a bit more difficult to work with.  You certainly don't have to spend a lot of money on scissors that will do the job.  There are many.

I personally carry some small, inexpensive scissors with me in the field so I can modify calls when hunting if the need arises.  I will also, at times, carry enough call making materials with me to make a call or two in a pinch,..or if I am just bored and passing time. 
Title: Re: Scissors for latex
Post by: GED6531 on December 26, 2016, 02:29:59 AM
I use Dr Slick scissors. They are extremely sharp and cut very well. I got mine at Bass Pro Shops in the fly fishing section.
Title: Re: Scissors for latex
Post by: turkeykiller22 on December 27, 2016, 03:48:25 PM
Thanks for the help guys! I bought the fiskars at walmart and they are sharp. For me they are a little long for my liking so I have ordered some fly fishing scissors. We will see how they compare. Thanks for the help from everyone.

Drew
Title: Re: Scissors for latex
Post by: Gooserbat on February 06, 2017, 12:54:44 AM
I use straight point cutical scissors found at a beauty supply.  I'm not a fan of the curved point.