I love the Dritz blue-handled seam ripper. It retails for just over $2.00 at the big box fabric stores. When they have their 50% off sales, I get them for about a dollar. I buy several at a time because they are the one tool that I lose most often. I don't think I've ever had one wear out because I lose it before that happens! Because they are so inexpensive, I don't feel distressed if I misplace it.