The Largest Ceremonial Scissors in the World - 40 inches

40 Inch Giant Ceremonial Scissors

These 40 inch ceremonial scissors are the largest working ribbon cutting scissors in the Golden Openings lineup, built for grand openings and ribbon cuttings where the scissors need to be seen from the back of the crowd. Each pair has 26-inch stainless steel blades that genuinely cut ribbon, paper, cardboard, and fabric, paired with comfortable plastic handles in five handle and blade colorways. A zippered carrying case comes with every pair, and we have supplied ribbon-cutting gear for brands like the NBA, Major League Baseball, and the Minnesota Vikings.

What are giant ceremonial scissors?

Giant ceremonial scissors are oversized, fully functional scissors used to cut the ribbon at a grand opening, ribbon cutting, or dedication ceremony. At 40 inches from handle to tip, this pair is sized to read clearly in group photos and on video, even when a mayor, a CEO, and a row of guests are all holding on at once. Unlike novelty props, these 40 inch ceremonial scissors have real stainless steel blades, so the ribbon cut is clean on the first try instead of a tug-and-tear moment on camera.

Are 40 inch scissors too big for my ribbon cutting?

For most outdoor ceremonies and any event with more than a handful of guests, 40 inches is the size that photographs best. The blades alone are 26 inches long and 2.5 inches across, so the scissors stay visible against a storefront, a building facade, or a crowd. The handles measure 14 inches long and 12.5 inches across, which leaves room for two or more people to grip the scissors together for the classic group cut.

If your ceremony is indoors, in a tight hallway, or limited to one or two cutters, a smaller pair from the large ceremonial scissors collection may be easier to handle. Use the comparison below to match the size to your event.

Ceremonial scissors size comparison

The 40 inch pair is the top of the range. Browse every oversized option in the giant scissors collection, or the full ceremonial scissors collection to compare all sizes side by side.

Which handle and blade color should I choose?

Pick the colorway that matches your brand or the formality of the event. The 40 inch ceremonial scissors come in five combinations, and the right choice usually comes down to whether you want a classic metallic look or a bold contrast against your ribbon.

• Black Handle/Silver Blade for a clean, modern look that works with any ribbon color
• Black Handle/Gold Blade for a sharp, high-contrast look that still feels formal
• Gold Handle/Gold Blade for the traditional all-gold ceremonial look at galas, dedications, and milestone events
• Gold Handle/Silver Blade for a two-tone metallic finish that pairs well with gold or silver ribbon
• Blue Handle/Silver Blade for brands, schools, and teams with blue in their colors

Why choose 40 inch ceremonial scissors?

Ceremonial scissors are the one item every photo from a ribbon cutting will include, so size and cutting performance matter more than they first appear. Here is what this pair brings to the moment:

• 40 inches overall, the largest working scissors we offer, so they hold their own in wide shots and group photos
• 26 inch stainless steel blades that cut ribbon, paper, cardboard, and fabric instead of folding it
• Comfortable plastic handles, 1 inch thick and 14 inches long, with room for multiple hands
• Zippered carrying case included for transport, storage, and reuse at future events
• Logo-ready blades that can carry your company or event branding as a vinyl decal

Can I add my logo to the 40 inch scissors?

Yes. Your company logo, event name, or date can be added to the blade of the 40 inch ceremonial scissors as a vinyl decal, which keeps your branding in every close-up photo of the cut. Personalization goes on the blade only, and the handle color is set by the colorway you choose.

Every customized pair starts with a PDF proof sent to your email for approval before anything is printed. You can request revisions until the design looks right. Because personalized scissors are made for your event, custom items cannot be returned once the proof is approved and signed.

Where to use giant ceremonial scissors

• Grand openings, store launches, and new location ribbon cuttings
• Building dedications, hospital wings, and school openings
• Chamber of commerce and city ribbon-cutting ceremonies
• Bridge, park, and road openings and other civic milestones
• Corporate anniversaries, product launches, and media events

How to order your 40 inch ceremonial scissors

1. Choose your handle and blade colorway from the five options above
2. Add personalization if you want your logo or event name on the blade
3. Approve the PDF proof we email you, requesting any revisions you need
4. Place your order, and your scissors are prepared to match the approved design

Complete the ribbon-cutting setup

Giant scissors need a ribbon worth cutting. The 6 inch wide Grand Opening ribbon is wide enough to stay in proportion with 40 inch blades, or browse the full grand opening ribbon collection for 4 inch styles in multiple lettering colors. After the ceremony, an economy black metal display stand holds the scissors upright at the event and turns them into a keepsake for the lobby or office. To dress the entrance itself, add a red carpet runner leading up to the ribbon.

40 inch ceremonial scissors specifications

Why order ceremonial scissors from Golden Openings

Golden Openings focuses on the ceremonies people photograph, frame, and remember, and we have outfitted ribbon cuttings for organizations including the NBA, Major League Baseball, the Minnesota Vikings, IBM, AT&T, and Pizza Hut. With more than 500 reviews from event planners and businesses and a proof-first process for every personalized pair, the 40 inch ceremonial scissors are ready for the moment the ribbon falls.