Where should you oil grooming scissors?

• A. Between the blades, close to the handles, and between tension screws
• B. On the outer surface
• C. Only on the tips
• D. Only on the hinges

Answer: (A)

Lubrication is most effective where the scissors move most: at the joints that allow the blades to open and close and where the tension mechanism keeps the blades aligned. Oiling between the blades, close to the handles, and between the tension screws coats the moving surfaces that rub together during use. This reduces friction, prevents rust, and helps the blades glide smoothly without sticking, which keeps cutting sharp and accurate.

Oiling the outer surface or only the tips doesn’t reach the moving parts, so it won’t prevent friction or binding. Oiling only on hinges would miss the blade pivot area and the tension mechanism, leaving those critical joints dry.