Zwilling TWIN Select Poultry Shears 23.5 cm
Best heavy-duty shears for home cooks preparing whole poultry.
Expertly prepare poultry with the Zwilling TWIN Select Poultry Shears. These 23.5 cm shears are forged from special formula stainless steel, featuring micro-serrated blades that effortlessly cut through bone, skin, and fat. The innovative spring mechanism ensures smooth opening and closing, while the ergonomic looped handle provides a secure grip, even with wet hands. Designed for convenience, the shears detach for easy and thorough cleaning, making them an indispensable tool for portioning any type of poultry with precision and ease.
$119.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
126
/ 531
#126 in Kitchen Shears
Price vs Category Average
+203%
Above average
Overall Length
235.09.25
/ mm ( inches)
Who it's for
- Home cooks needing effortless precision for poultry preparation
- Frequent users wanting to minimize hand strain during prep
- Safety-conscious families storing tools in busy kitchen drawers
Who should skip it
- Budget-focused shoppers seeking basic kitchen utility
- Hygiene-focused cooks requiring easy access to every crevice
- Minimalists preferring tools that disassemble for thorough maintenance
Performance breakdown
Cutting Power
Micro-serrated blades slice through tough poultry joints and skin with ease.
Ergonomics
Looped handles provide a secure, comfortable grip during heavy-duty prep work.
Maintenance Ease
Detachable blades allow for thorough, hygienic cleaning after handling raw meat.
Build Quality
Forged stainless steel construction offers professional-grade durability for long-term kitchen use.
Mechanical Efficiency
Integrated spring mechanism reduces hand fatigue during repetitive cutting tasks.
Versatility
The integrated bone notch adds essential utility for precise poultry portioning.
Key Specs
Overall Length
235.0 mm (9.25 inches)
Blade Length
100.0 mm (3.94 inches)
Weight
0.396 kg (14.0 oz)
Material
Special formula stainless steel
Edge Type
Micro-serrated
Handle Color
Silver
Dishwasher Safe
No (Hand wash only)
Integrated Tools
Bone Notch
Features
- Micro-serrated blades cut bone and fat
- Easy-open spring mechanism
- Secure, non-slip ergonomic handle
- Integrated bone breaker
- Detachable for easy cleaning
- Forged stainless steel construction
What customers say
Customers highly value the Zwilling TWIN Select Poultry Shears for their exceptional build quality and remarkable cutting performance. Reviewers consistently note that these shears effortlessly glide through poultry, easily handling tough skin, cartilage, and small bones, which significantly speeds up meal preparation. The high-grade stainless steel construction inspires confidence in long-term durability. Furthermore, the handles offer a comfortable and secure grip, minimizing hand strain during use. While the initial cost is noted as premium, most users agree the professional grade performance justifies the investment. These shears transform a difficult kitchen task into a simple one, making them a highly recommended essential for serious cooks.
Know before you buy
Yes, the micro-serrated blades are specifically designed to grip and cut through bone, skin, and cartilage. They also feature an integrated bone notch to help you snap through tougher joints with minimal effort.
No, these shears should be hand-washed only. To maintain the integrity of the special formula stainless steel and the spring mechanism, we recommend washing them by hand and drying them thoroughly after each use.
The blades are designed to be fully detachable. You can easily separate them to clean the pivot point and the area behind the blades, ensuring a thorough, hygienic clean after handling raw poultry.
The ergonomic looped handles are designed to provide a secure, non-slip grip regardless of hand size. The spring-loaded mechanism also reduces hand fatigue by automatically opening the shears after each cut.
Yes, the design is fully ambidextrous. The symmetrical handle and blade configuration allow for comfortable and precise operation with either hand.
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