Trained in Japan, Shark Fin craftsman use only the finest Hitachi/Aichi/Yamamura Japanese ATS-314 steel to ensure unmatched razor sharp convex edges. You won’t even feel the blades as they slide effortlessly through the hair and they are 30% lighter than conventional shears. These shears come with a ball bearing system in the pivot area and swivel thumb. Added nylon glide strips at the back of the blades for additional friction reduction. They are forged to ensure excellent balance, great control and proper blade alignment. Combined with the comfort of the patented Shark Fin handle, these shears are a great choice for the professional stylist and are unlike any other swivel thumb shear on the market. In addition, your shears come with the patented finger fitting system, to custom fit the shear to your exact ring finger and thumb diameter for a perfect fit and a relaxed grip.