Snippy Original was introduced in 1991 they became a recognized for quality childrens scissors by art educators across the US. The blades are made from hardened and tempered stainless steel for a long lasting cutting edge and will cut through paper cardboard fabric and many other materials. The equal bow handles are made of durable ABS plastic. The handles are designed for right or left handed use but true left handed designed blades have pointed tips and are 5 inches in length.