Heritage Cutlery, formerly known as Expert Cutlery, is a manufacturer of scissors and shears established in 1952. The company specializes in producing high-quality hot-forged scissors and shears for various markets including textiles, sewing, poultry, electronics, fiber optics, and pet grooming. With a history of growth and investment in advanced equipment like CNC machine grinders and electronically controlled salt furnaces, Heritage Cutlery has become the largest U.S. manufacturer in its field. Acquired by Klein Cutlery in 2007, Heritage Cutlery operates as an affiliate of Klein Tools, Inc., a prominent manufacturer of hand tools and equipment for professional tradesmen.