The Topiary Trimming Shears are a quality gardening shear made by Burgon and Ball. The Topiary trimming shears are made of Sheffield steel which stays sharp longer than regular steel. The tool"s angled blades prevent accidental knuckle scrapes. Burgon and Ball is know the world over for producing the finest shears available. They"ve been making them since 1730. Each is handmade and hand checked at 22 stages of production by master craftsmen. The Topiary Trimming Shears (size large) feature a longer bladed shear, which is particularly suited to gardeners with larger hands (and larger tasks!) The angled blades on the shears keep knuckles clear from foliage when cutting straight lines or can be turned over to help create curves. The blade length is 5.7 inches and the overall length of the shears is 12.5 inches long.All of the tools and gardening accessories made by Burgon and Ball are endorsed by the Royal Horticultural Society, a world leading horticultural organization. Burgon and Ball produce high quality gardening tools and accessories made from only the finest materials available. Their products not only look great, but are designed to perform well daily and stand the test of time.