watch my video to find out about these shears [SEP] as a licensed cosmetologist i am writing this review from a personal and professional standpoint i really like these shears and think they will work amazingly for a student or anyone who needs a backup pair i think its unique and awesome that the company who makes these have specialized in sharpening services for a long time it definitely shows they are well made they are well weighted and the little jewel is a cute accent to the shears i took the time to make a video to really break down all the pros and cons of these shears so please take a moment to watch if you would like an extensive reviewi did receive this product at a discount or free in exchange for an honest review i strive to provide fellow consumers with the most detailed unbiased and hopefully helpful reviews that i can believing that allowing a discount to influence a review is a disservice to other shoppers therefore anything contained in this review can be considered my own independent and unbiased thoughts and opinions that have not been influenced in any way