We own two pairs of these shears now. Years ago my wife picked up a pair at a store. Everything else is second class compared to these shears. That's because the blades are made from drop forged steel. They do not bend, they hold an edge, they are the best. We could no longer find them in the local Wal Mart, Target, Home Depot. So, I went on the internet and found them at Great Offer Stock.com. They are not cheap, but they may last you the rest of your life.