DOOA Scissors Curve 170

DOOA Scissors Curve 170 — SKU 156-004

Compact curved stainless steel scissors engineered for precision trimming in small aquariums, paludariums, and terrariums. The 170 mm length and curved blade profile make these scissors ideal for detail work—trimming foreground carpets, navigating tight corners, and pruning delicate emergent stems.

Key Features:

• Length: 170 mm (compact size for nano tanks)
• Blade Profile: Curved tips for accessing tight spaces and cutting at angles
• Material: Stainless steel (rust-resistant, aquarium-safe)
• Edge Quality: Sharp, precision-ground blades for clean cuts without crushing stems

Applications:

• Trimming carpet plants (Glossostigma, Monte Carlo, Dwarf Hairgrass) in foreground areas
• Pruning in corners and hard-to-reach spots
• Cutting emergent stems and delicate moss in paludariums
• Detail work in small aquascapes (≤30 cm width)
• Maintaining Wabi-Kusa balls and terrarium plantings

Why Curved Blades?

Curved scissors allow you to approach plants at an angle, reaching under leaves or into corners that straight scissors can't access. The curve also helps when trimming carpets—you can skim horizontally across the substrate, removing only the top layer of growth without disturbing roots. This is particularly valuable in foreground areas where you want to maintain density while controlling height.

Cutting Technique:

• Carpets: Hold the scissors parallel to the substrate and trim in a sweeping motion, removing the top 1–2 cm of growth
• Corners: Angle the curved blades into tight spaces, using the tips to snip individual stems
• Emergent Plants: Cut just above a node or leaf junction to encourage branching

Maintenance:

• Rinse thoroughly after each use to remove plant sap and debris
• Dry completely before storage to prevent corrosion
• Sharpen blades annually (or as needed) with a fine sharpening stone or send to a professional