I have several different brands. For applique, embroidery, large for different duties and rotary. Just this morning, I went to use my Fiskars with the spring action handle and slide closing. There is a nick in the middle (more like a gouge) that wasn't there yesterday and they are also sprung. DH said we had company while I was gone. Company was gone when I got back. Errrrr! I've only had those for 7-8 years. I have scissors from 30 years ago. Going to get another pair. I have a rotary designated for paper only. That is clearly marked with tags. I've already started marking all with tags for their designated use.