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    Old 02-06-2011, 12:39 PM
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    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.
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    Old 02-06-2011, 12:39 PM
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    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!
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    Old 02-06-2011, 12:45 PM
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    Originally Posted by darlin121
    The 'mean' in me pointed out that they now made perfect blades.
    The whole thing doesn't make much sense to me because a broken piece of a wine bottle would make an exceedingly sharp point and a fine weapon, and yet they allow them on all the flights...as "duty free" shopping.

    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.
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    Old 02-06-2011, 12:57 PM
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    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
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    Old 02-06-2011, 01:00 PM
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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.
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    Old 02-06-2011, 01:03 PM
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    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
    They look like great scissors-but a bit pricy-especially going thru Fiji where they seem to enjoy taking things off you even if it is legal in most of the world-and there is NO talking them out of it! Thanks!
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    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.
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    Old 02-06-2011, 01:09 PM
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    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
    They look like great scissors-but a bit pricy-especially going thru Fiji where they seem to enjoy taking things off you even if it is legal in most of the world-and there is NO talking them out of it! Thanks!
    If you are afraid of getting them taken, I think I would go with the dental floss holder. They have good sharp cutters in them and if they want it, it is no big deal.
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    Old 02-06-2011, 01:16 PM
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    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
    They look like great scissors-but a bit pricy-especially going thru Fiji where they seem to enjoy taking things off you even if it is legal in most of the world-and there is NO talking them out of it! Thanks!
    If you are afraid of getting them taken, I think I would go with the dental floss holder. They have good sharp cutters in them and if they want it, it is no big deal.
    After pondering this now, I think your right! Got one in my little tote now. Didn't see any need to empty it, so as long as my needle gets to stay put, I should be ok (well, lets hope, anyway.) Like I said, anything can happen in Fiji, though!
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    Old 02-06-2011, 01:17 PM
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    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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