I also had an old seam ripper from my high school Home Ec (1975-79) however, I just bought a new one and WOW ~ could not believe the difference. I never realized how dull my aqua handled ripper had become...
Originally Posted by
KalamaQuilts
I'm still using the aqua handled one mother bought me for home-ec classes...1965-69
It is thicker compared to today's model, which I have two of. Treat yourself, good tools are important.