How are professional-quality nail scissors made?
At Vitry, every instrument is the result of a rigorous process combining technology, artisanal craftsmanship and high quality standards. Go behind the scenes of the manufacturing of our manicure scissors and pedicure scissors, and discover how metal becomes a precision tool designed to last.
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A French origin at the heart of cutlery-making
The manufacture of Vitry nail scissors begins in Thiers, the historic birthplace of French cutlery. This is where the metal parts are first shaped before being sent to our workshops to be precisely worked. This origin guarantees a high level of standards from the very first stages.
The 8 steps in making nail scissors
1. Drilling, counterboring and tapping
The assembly areas are prepared on a computer numerical control machine: drilling, counterboring to accommodate the screw head, and tapping to create the thread. A mixture of water and soluble oil cools and lubricates the tools.
A responsible approach
The water used is recovered and reused in a closed loop for about six months. Metal shavings from drilling are collected and then recycled.
2. Robotic polishing
A robotic machine reproduces the precise movements of artisans from the past to refine the shapes and achieve an even finish: a guarantee of aesthetics and comfort, just like with our tweezers.
3. Heat treatment
The metal is heated and then rapidly cooled by a specialized subcontractor. This thermal shock hardens the material and improves its resistance to wear.
4. Vibro-abrasive polishing
The scissors pass through three vibrating tanks: ceramic elements to polish them, then finer elements with polishing paste for shine, and finally crushed peach pits for cleaning.
| Tank | Contents | Role | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Large ceramic elements | Polish the parts | About 8 hours |
| 2 | Fine elements + polishing paste | Add shine | About 8 hours |
| 3 | Crushed peach pits | Clean the parts | About ten minutes |
5. Blade grinding
A decisive step: a machine sharpens the blades to give them their edge, ensuring a clean, precise and effective cut.
6. Assembly and screwing
The two parts are assembled with a semi-automated pre-screwing process, which correctly positions the handles before the final adjustments.
7. Manual adjustment: craftsmanship expertise
The step that makes all the difference. An artisan checks that the scissors cut perfectly all the way to the tip, adjusts the handles with a hammer, sets the screw tension and tests the cut on fabric.
Expertise in numbers
It takes approximately six months of training to master the techniques of manual adjustment perfectly.
8. Engraving and traceability
Each pair of scissors is laser-engraved with the Vitry logo. Each pair of tweezers and nail clippers also bears the initial of its assembler: complete traceability that guarantees optimal quality control.
Durable nail scissors guaranteed for life
Thanks to this demanding process, our scissors offer precision, strength and durability, and are part of our accessories guaranteed for life.
Discover also how our tweezers are made in 16 steps.
FAQ: everything you need to know about Vitry nail scissors
How are Vitry nail scissors made?
In several stages: drilling, polishing, heat treatment, vibro-abrasion, grinding, assembly, manual adjustment and engraving. Each one guarantees precision, strength and professional quality.
What makes Vitry's expertise unique?
The combination of modern technology and craftsmanship: manual adjustment, carried out by artisans trained for several months, guarantees exceptional cutting performance.
Where are Vitry nail scissors made?
The components are made in Thiers, France, then assembled and finished in Vitry workshops.
Which scissors should you choose for thick nails?
Scissors with curved, sturdy blades, such as the Strong Toenail Pedicure Scissors, designed to cut hard nails without splitting them.
How do you care for nail scissors?
Clean and dry them after each use, store them in their case, and avoid dropping them, as this could misalign the blades.
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