Vintage G&S (Graef and Schmidt) Welkut 8" kitchen scissors stamped with a patent number dating to 1937. They feature painted handles in a lovely robin's egg blue, although much of the paint has chipped off from age.

CONDITION: GOOD
(Poor-->Fair-->Good-->Very Good-->Excellent-->Mint):
Could use sharpening. I've removed as much of the rust as I could, but some rust and tarnish remain. Blue paint is about 50% intact.

MARKINGS: "G&S Welkut" and "700 Patent No 2131395"

MEASUREMENTS: About 8" long

WEIGHT (w/o packaging): 5.6 oz

CONDITION CHART:
Mint - As new. No visible flaws or wear. All parts/pieces intact.

Excellent - Has been used and/or may have very minor noticeable flaws that do not detract from the use or aesthetics of the item. All parts/pieces intact.

Very Good - Light wear and/or noticeable flaws that may warrant optional repairs, but can still be used as intended. May be missing parts/pieces, but doesn't impact use.

Good - Visible wear with flaws that may warrant repairs before being used as intended. May be missing parts/pieces, but doesn't impact use.

Fair - Numerous flaws and/or especially fragile. Likely needs to be repaired before being used as intended. May be missing parts/pieces that impact use.

Poor - Extensive damage. Cannot be used as intended without repair. To be used for parts, repair, display or as photo props only. Missing parts/pieces that impact use.

I aim to please, and describe every item to the best of my ability. But please note that my vintage items often received frequent use back in their day, so may show visible signs of wear and age. Personally, I wouldn't have it any other way, as I treasure those marks of the past.