Gingher 8 inch Utility Shear. Knife edge utility shears, chrome over nickel plated, packaged in hangbag. The long shanks between blades and handles on this pattern give extra leverage for cutting thick materials. The gingher knife edge and quality craftsmanship assure easy cutting through multiple thick layers of fabric, felt or leather. This item is used in industry for cutting leather, tough industrial fabrics, rubber and hard-to-cut fibers. This is an excellent choice for crafts and your household toolbox as well. The knife edge can be resharpened using the G-S sharpening stone.