THE LEDGER: YOUR MASTER SOURCING LIST
For deep-dive journals and photographic studies of UK-made icons, visit The Edit. Here in The Ledger you’ll find our ever-expanding directory of UK makers with details on their origins, products and more.
These are short-form entries - distilled intelligence on heritage, provenance and why these brands deserve a place in your collection. As our field research continues, we’ll produce full photographic reviews in The Edit.
WILLIAM WHITELEY & SONS - Sheffield, England
The Heritage: Founded in 1760, Whiteley is the oldest scissor-maker in the Western world. They still drop-forge their scissors by hand in Sheffield, producing tools so highly regarded they were commissioned to make the scissors used to cut the ribbon at the opening of the Channel Tunnel.
The Verdict: Perfect, specialised steel. Whether you are cutting heavy canvas, tailoring a suit, or trimming a thread, using a Whiteley scissor is a visceral reminder of Sheffield's industrial might.
Core Products: Tailor's shears, embroidery scissors and industrial cutting tools.