I love these OXO Good Grips 9" Tongs.  They work very well at picking up foods from a pan or rack and they hold the food securely.  All the edges are smooth, not rough or sharp so I find that they do not scratch your non stick pans.  The non slip handles feel very comfortable in your hand.  I love how you can scoop up liquids should you want to quickly baste your food after turning.  They are easy to lock and unlock and the locking mechanism has a circle so if you don't want to keep these in a draw you can hang them on a hook.  I find the 9" size is perfect when cooking on the stove top or for placing food onto a plate.  They are dishwasher safe but I choose to hand wash them