We had an old pair of poultry shears who eventually rust and it was time to replace it. True to the quality of OXO, I replaced this model and I do not regret it: the blades are separated into 2 for cleaning (dishwasher safe in our case) and the traditional spring is here replaced by a kind of relaxation, hygienic much pus! In addition, it is safe to store the scissors without concern. The blades for their part, are impeccable and cut the chicken Sunday like butter ...