Their ergonomic pistol-grip handles stay comfortably in position, so you don't have to put them down to pluck a weed or tie twine. Just squeeze the thumb-operated top handle to cut, and flick the convenient safety lock to hold the blades closed.
The 1-1/8" long high-carbon steel blades have surprisingly good reach for such a compact tool. They cut cleanly and are well suited for tasks such as deadheading, harvesting flowers and cutting twine.