Offset Crane Handle Lowered Finger Rest ATS-314 Japanese Stainless Steel Contains Cobalt, Titanium & Vanadium Flat Screw Tension System Convex Edge Prevents Effects of Carpal Tunnel Kasho's Most Ergonomic Shear In your hands, the Kasho KSI Silver series outshines the competition. Not only because of its mirror-polished finish, but also because of its premium, forged Japanese stainless steel blades. This steel is known as ATS-314, which may not sound exciting, but it actually is. This high-performance steel enables Silver shears to be extremely hard so they can be sharpened to a razor edge that stays sharper longer. Which is exactly what you want in your go-to hair shears. Silver’s handles are in a very offset position, sometimes known as “crane” handles. This style puts your hand, wrist, and shoulder in the most ergonomic, comfortable position. Cut and style for hours with less strain. If you’re in this industry for the long run, you’ll want at least one pair of this type of offset-handled shears. As an option, choose DLC coating for additional wear resistance and reduced friction.