Tullen® Utility Snips – Heavy-Duty Multi-Purpose Cutting Snips
A Proven Design from New Zealand
Originally developed in New Zealand during the 1970s, Tullen® Utility Snips have earned a reputation for durability, versatility, and dependable performance.
For decades, they’ve been trusted in homes, workshops, gardens, garages, kitchens, and boats, becoming the go-to cutting tool for thousands of everyday jobs. Their simple, practical design has stood the test of time, making them a favorite among gardeners, DIY enthusiasts, crafters, and home users alike.
One Cutting Tool for Hundreds of Jobs
Tullen Utility Snips are designed to cut through a wide variety of materials that ordinary household scissors often struggle with.
The spring-loaded action provides extra cutting power while reducing hand fatigue, making them comfortable to use for extended periods.
An optional wall-mounted storage holder is also available to keep your snips close at hand. Select the combo option if you’d like to include the holder.
Tullen® Utility Snips | Heavy-Duty Multi-Purpose Spring-Loaded Garden, Kitchen & Workshop Shears
Ideal for Gardening
Perfect for everyday gardening tasks including:
- Harvesting herbs
- Cutting flowers
- Trimming soft stems
- Cutting garden twine
- Trimming plant ties
- General garden maintenance
Great for the Kitchen
A versatile kitchen tool that’s ideal for food preparation and everyday household use.
Perfect for cutting:
- Poultry
- Seafood
- Shellfish
- Bacon and meats
- Green onions
- Fresh herbs
- Rhubarb
- Green beans
- Broccoli
- Flower stems
They also make opening food packaging quick and easy.
Cuts More Than Ordinary Scissors
The specially designed blades easily handle many materials that are difficult to cut with standard scissors.
Ideal for cutting:
- Cardboard
- Packaging materials
- Plastic
- Cable ties
- String
- Twine
- Rope
- Fabric
- Leather
- Thin wire
- Rubber
- Foam
- Vinyl
- Tape
Perfect for Crafts & Hobbies
Excellent for:
- Paper crafts
- Cardboard
- Fabric
- Leather
- Plastic sheet
- Wire projects
- Model making
- General crafting
Workshop & DIY Ready
A useful addition to every toolbox.
Great for cutting:
- Rubber
- Carpet
- Foam
- Canvas
- Plastic containers
- Vinyl
- Many everyday workshop materials
Makes Recycling Easier
Quickly cut apart cardboard boxes, plastic packaging, zip ties, and other household materials to make sorting recyclables faster and easier.
Comfortable to Use
- Powerful spring-loaded action
- Helps reduce hand fatigue
- Comfortable ergonomic grip
- Suitable for both left- and right-handed users
- Self-sharpening blades
- Easy to clean
Optional Storage Holder
Keep your snips organized and always within easy reach.
The holder can be installed using:
- Included mounting screws, or
- Included double-sided adhesive tape
Ideal for mounting in:
- Kitchen
- Garage
- Workshop
- Garden shed
- Laundry room
- Utility room
Product Features
- Heavy-duty multi-purpose utility snips
- Professional-quality construction
- Spring-loaded design
- Self-sharpening blades
- Suitable for left- and right-handed users
- Optional wall-mount storage holder available
Important Safety Information
- Intended for household, gardening, craft, and workshop use only.
- Sharp blades. Handle with care.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Always close and store safely when not in use.
- Wear appropriate eye protection when cutting wire, metal, or other rigid materials.
- Do not use on live electrical wiring.
- Clean and dry after use to help maintain blade performance.
- Inspect before use and discontinue use if damaged or loose.
Warranty Disclaimer
Always use the snips only for their intended purpose. Cutting extremely hardened materials or using the tool as a pry bar, screwdriver, or similar may damage the blades and is not considered normal use.
