Fiskars

Buying Guide: Scissors, Hose Connectors and Watering

Stainless Steel Scissors
Stainless steel scissors come in blade sizes such as 1.8 in. for kids with pointed tips, 3 in. for kitchen use, 4 in. for left handed use and 4.5 in. for dressmaker shears. The 4.5 in. dressmaker shears have longer, thicker blades for cutting long swaths of fabric. Pick the blade length for your task, and confirm the left handed or kids style before you order.

Hose Connectors and Shut-Off Valves
The quick connector is brass with threaded female and male ends. The 6 in. aluminum threaded single shut-off valve gives 45% more water flow, and its aluminum construction withstands hot and cold water temperatures. Match the thread type and size on your old connector or valve before ordering.

Watering Wands, Nozzles and Sprinklers
The 14 in. Swivel Connect watering wand has a connector that pivots without twisting the hose, reducing kinks by 70%, and a 34 in. plastic model is also offered. The adjustable aluminum hose nozzle offers 5 spray patterns. The 900 sq. ft. plastic ring base sprinkler works well in low water pressure areas, and the 4000 sq. ft. metal oscillating sprinkler covers more area.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Fiskars make?
Fiskars makes stainless steel scissors in kids, kitchen, garden, dressmaker and left handed styles, a brass threaded quick connector, a 6 in. aluminum shut-off valve, an adjustable hose nozzle, watering wands, sprinklers, and drawing aids such as a 12 in. plastic ruler and a 12 in. compass and protractor set.

How do I choose the right size or type?
For scissors, choose the blade length for your task, such as 1.8 in. for kids or 4.5 in. for fabric. For connectors and valves, match the thread on the old part, and for nozzles and sprinklers, check the coverage area and hose thread size before buying.

Does the plastic ring base sprinkler work in low water pressure?
Yes. The 900 sq. ft. plastic ring base sprinkler works well in low water pressure areas, with a 34-ft. diameter circular spray pattern and a 17-ft spray distance. It suits small areas of grass seed or trouble lawn spots.