The slightly twisted handle gives more comfortable and stably hold, which reduces the fatigue of groomer hand, it also allows groomer to use both sides of this shear. Libra Shear is the best value performance grooming shears. Groomtech Libra Shear Thinner 7" Length: 7" (9.3cm blade length, 17.6cm total length) Teeth: V Teeth, 55 Teeth Handle: Even Finish: Mirror Polish Material: Japanese 440C stainless steel Recommended for: Everyday, Finishing The slightly twisted handle gives more comfortable and stably hold, which reduces the fatigue of groomer hand, it also allows groomer to use both sides of this shear.