scissors approved for air travel
#21
I took a pair of small embroidery scissors to work on some quilting while on a Delta flight. The scissors and blades of the scissors fell well within the code. They were confiscated anyway because it "might make the other passengers nervous". I explained that they were within code and that they cost me $40. When they would not concede, I applied a quick twist of the wrist and rendered them unusable. The inspector looked at me and then said since they weren't any good anymore the airlines were not interested in confiscating them anymore. The 'mean' in me pointed out that they now made perfect blades. They wound up in the nearest trash recepticle and I almost got kicked off the flight. Not worth the hassle or heartache I felt at losing a favorite pair of scissors. Now everything is precut and I use a clover disc that hangs as a pendent around my neck.... no further problems.
#22
I think I will try the empty floss container, and get the Clover finger ring cutter to try-the pendant has the round blade inside, but I think the ring is just like a floss cutter. Anyway, I'll try those. I'll bring the smallest needle I have and just hope I can keep it! If my stuff makes it thru LA, that's the main thing. Al least I can work on it at the airport waiting for the flight and on the plane. Thanks everyone for the suggestions!
#23
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Originally Posted by darlin121
The 'mean' in me pointed out that they now made perfect blades.
Why does no one object or declares a glass bottle a weapon? I have no idea unless it is the shops that are putting the pressure on to keep allowing them.
#24
Here is a great pair. They have the blunt ends. They are kind of expensive but they are very sharp and will last you a long time. I purchased mine at a quilt show and I think they were 29.00 there.
http://www.createforless.com/Heritag.../pid80124.aspx
http://www.createforless.com/Heritag.../pid80124.aspx
#25
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Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Georgia
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I have a round point pair of friskars that I take on planes. Even the ones in my overnight essentials bag have been taken in airports in the past and they were only manicure scissors. I was extremely upset about it becuase I was on my return journey from a round the world trip. I had left US flown to Germany from Germany to Hong Kong to Singapore. On the way back, I was only flying from Singapore, stop in Hong Kong to LA back to GA and they were taken in Singapore.
#26
Originally Posted by featherweight
Here is a great pair. They have the blunt ends. They are kind of expensive but they are very sharp and will last you a long time. I purchased mine at a quilt show and I think they were 29.00 there.
http://www.createforless.com/Heritag.../pid80124.aspx
http://www.createforless.com/Heritag.../pid80124.aspx
#27
Hadn't thought of dental floss cutter, but DO have one of those Clover round cutters. One friend uses the fold-over ones & has traveled w/ them for years. I had a really good pair taken away w/ tiny points, so I don't put any in my carry-on now. I've never been questioned about the needles - just roll it up in my fabric or cross-stitch. Mostly I read in airports now & leave my small sewing projects in the suitcase! I wouldn't dare risk a big project in my luggage, though.
#28
Originally Posted by Vanuatu Jill
Originally Posted by featherweight
Here is a great pair. They have the blunt ends. They are kind of expensive but they are very sharp and will last you a long time. I purchased mine at a quilt show and I think they were 29.00 there.
http://www.createforless.com/Heritag.../pid80124.aspx
http://www.createforless.com/Heritag.../pid80124.aspx
#29
Originally Posted by featherweight
Originally Posted by Vanuatu Jill
Originally Posted by featherweight
Here is a great pair. They have the blunt ends. They are kind of expensive but they are very sharp and will last you a long time. I purchased mine at a quilt show and I think they were 29.00 there.
http://www.createforless.com/Heritag.../pid80124.aspx
http://www.createforless.com/Heritag.../pid80124.aspx
#30
I was able to take knitting needles with me when we flew in November, I was kind of surprised at that. Seems to me that could me used as a weapon if you were inclined to do so, but the type with the loop and two ends aren't allowed. I think that is the type you knit socks with.
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