I think when scissors were a one time purchase of course you took excellent care of them. I use my Ginghers as household scissors. Who wants to cut anything with a dull pair of scissors. I even put them in the dishwasher every now and then. I have many pairs of scissors laying around my sewing room and I've noticed the newer brands of scissors cut great all the way to the tip and cost much less.
I give quality pair of scissors as wedding gifts. They will thank me everytime they are used. :wink: