OXO Good Grips poultry shears — heavy-duty spring-loaded kitchen scissors, black, non-slip handle & stainless-steel blades

These OXO Good Grips spring-loaded poultry shears are heavy-duty kitchen scissors designed to cut, trim, and joint poultry safely and precisely.

Built for routine kitchen tasks that demand more control than a knife, these shears combine spring-assisted action, a non-slip handle, and stainless-steel blades shaped to reach tight joints. They separate for cleaning and lock closed for safe storage, making them a practical tool for home cooks who prepare whole birds or trim cuts regularly.

How do these shears make cutting poultry easier?

The shears' spring-loaded mechanism reduces wrist fatigue by automatically opening the blades after each cut, so you spend less effort on repetitive trimming. Curved, tapered blades follow the contours of joints and rib bones for cleaner cuts and better access to confined areas.

• Spring-assist reduces repeated hand squeezing.
• Curved blade profile reaches around bones and cartilage.
• Tapered tips allow precise trimming near skin and cavities.

What safety features protect my hands while I cut?

Safety is built into the handle and blade design: a molded bolster and an integrated loop help keep your hand in position so it doesn't slip forward toward the cutting edge. When not in use, a locking mechanism holds the blades closed to prevent accidental openings in drawers or during storage.

• Contoured bolster and loop provide a secure grip and finger placement.
• Blade-lock keeps shears closed for safe storage and transport.
• Rounded handles fit most hand sizes for stable control.

How do I clean and maintain these shears?

The shears are designed to come apart quickly so you can clean hard-to-reach areas where food may collect. Wipe or hand-wash the stainless-steel blades with warm, soapy water and dry immediately to prevent spotting; reassemble once completely dry.

• Disassemble for thorough cleaning between blade pivots.
• Hand wash with warm, soapy water; rinse and dry promptly.
• Keep blades dry to preserve finish and cutting performance.

Can these shears handle bones and tougher cuts?

A small blade notch is built into the cutting edge to cradle and stabilize bones while you cut, allowing greater control when jointing or portioning. The stainless-steel construction and heavy-duty spring action give enough leverage for routine poultry bones and tougher connective tissue.

• Blade notch secures bones for controlled cutting.
• Stainless-steel blades hold a sharp edge for repeated use.
• Heavy-duty build tolerates everyday kitchen demands.

Who is this for? These OXO Good Grips poultry shears are aimed at home cooks, small-batch caterers, and anyone who routinely handles whole birds—people who want a safer, easier alternative to knives for jointing, trimming, or portioning poultry. If you value ergonomics, straightforward cleaning, and reliable bone-cutting performance in a compact tool, these shears are a sensible addition to your kitchen toolkit.