The basics Gingher 7" pinking shears can be used in sewing and crafts for finishing seams and creating a decorative pattern. The benefits The bent handle design allows for comfortable hand positioning on a table or other flat surface. The uses The zig-zag cut provides a ravel-ressistant finish for seams and fabric edges. The bottom line Gingher quality craftsmanship assures sharp cutting all the way to the point. Hot drop forged, chrome over nickel plated.