These 8" heavy duty tufting shears are made of high carbon steel which is stronger than stainless steel. With an excellent edge retention and the ability to make clean cut, these scissors will save you time and money. The rounded and ergonomic design of the handle will fit your hand easily without rubbing or pinching, and the rubberized handle will allow a comfortable grip and precise cutting. The special offset handle helps making smooth and accurate cuts. These scissors can be used for a wide variety of tasks like cutting your primary and secondary backing materials, shear the edges of your rugs, give your rugs some depth by sculpting V-grooves, or simply trimming the uneven surface of your rugs. These life-lasting scissors are sure to become one of your most-used tools.