TV Premium-Quality 8" Rose Pruning Shears Drop-Forged Steel HRC 50 Blade Hardness - Foam Grip Premium-quality gardening tool built to last a lifetime. Popular 8-inch length - ideal for rose pruning Drop-forged from tempered high-carbon steel makes an incredibly durable cutting surface. Blade hardness of HRC 50 on Rockwell scale of indentation hardness (a high-quality axe blade would have a hardness of HRC 45-55) Strong spring-action jaw reduces hand effort by automatically forcing blades open after cut Double-dipped PVC handle with foam exterior offers comfortable, non-slip grip Blade is easy to re-sharpen and has tension adjustment nut. Safety catch keeps shears closed when not in use.