I have been buying these since they came out, and worn the springs out on a number of pairs. I find them such a good all around little scissor that KEEPS a nice sharp edge that I will buy another set. The orange catch can be an issue as it wears out... but. Only down is the tips are very sharp so you have to be a bit careful at times. Even when the spring dies you can still cut with them... just not as quickly or easily.