Tamiya 74157 HG tweezer grip scissors diagonal view showing pointed blades and ribbed finger grip

Tamiya Hg Tweezer Grip Scissors 74157

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Tamiya 74157 HG tweezer grip scissors diagonal view showing pointed blades and ribbed finger grip
  • Tamiya 74157 HG tweezer grip scissors diagonal view showing pointed blades and ribbed finger grip
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Tamiya Hg Tweezer Grip Scissors 74157
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Tamiya Hg Tweezer Grip Scissors 74157

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Product overview

Tamiya 74157 is a pair of precision scissors operated with a tweezer-style grip: pressing the handles together closes the 12 mm blades and makes the cut. The 115 mm tool is made from mirror-finished SUS420J1 stainless steel hardened to HRC45. It is intended for trimming thin polycarbonate and polystyrene bodies, decals, stickers and masking material, not for cutting metal, carbon fibre, FRP, glass-fibre-reinforced plastic or sandpaper.

  • Polycarbonate cutting capacity is 0.4 mm.
  • Polystyrene capacity is 0.5 mm, or 0.4 mm for thin PS material.
  • Decals, stickers and masking stickers can be cut up to 0.5 mm.
  • Metal, carbon fibre, FRP, glass-fibre-reinforced plastic and sandpaper must not be cut.
  • A safety cap is included for the blades.

Notes · Q & A

Should I use straight or curved tweezers?

Straight tips give the most control for placing small parts and photo-etch flat to a surface. Curved tips let you see past your own hand and reach into recesses. If buying one pair first, start with fine straight points.

What tweezers are best for applying decals?

Fine-pointed, smooth-jawed tweezers, ideally with rounded inner edges so they don't cut a wet decal film. Some modellers prefer flat-tipped or rubber-tipped tweezers for lifting decals, as sharp points can pierce the soft film once it slides off the backing.

What are self-closing (reverse-action) tweezers for?

They grip when relaxed and open when squeezed, so they hold a part clamped without hand strain — useful while glue sets or when soldering. The trade-off is less fingertip feel than standard tweezers for delicate placement.

How do I fix tweezer tips that no longer meet?

Misaligned tips usually come from dropping them or gripping something too hard. Gently realign by hand and true the very tips on fine abrasive so they meet flush. Once bent past that, precision work suffers and they're best replaced.

Notes · Logistics

Shipping

Orders placed before 3pm (Mon–Fri) are dispatched the same day. UK delivery is by Royal Mail 24 Tracked. Free UK delivery on orders over £70. International delivery available via Royal Mail International Tracked or courier.

Returns

If you're not happy with your purchase, contact us within 30 days for a full refund or exchange. Items must be unused and in original packaging.

Table · Specification

Technical specifications

Product details
Brand
Tamiya
Product code
74157
Type
Tools
Tool type
Scissors
Shipping weight
110 g
Barcode
4950344741571
Dimensions & contents
Tool length
115 mm
In the box
Safety cap
Materials & finish
Material
SUS420J1 stainless steel
Usage & compatibility
Capacity
Polycarbonate up to 0.4 mm, polystyrene up to 0.5 mm, decals and stickers up to 0.5 mm

Product

Tamiya Hg Tweezer Grip Scissors 74157

Code (proj)

74157

Ship. weight

110 g

Brand

Tamiya

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