Having purchased the Midas Touch shears both straight and curved, I didnt expect to be surprised but I was wrong! These shears are awesome and will definitely help you ‘steal the show’. They are slightly heavier than the Midas ones but they are a credit to German engineering, fabulous quality and extremely sharp and well balanced. I normally use an 8” scissor as I have small hands but Anka suggested I try the 9.5 for my standard poodles and she was right, the length is in the blade so were a lovely fit in my hand. Highly recommend these shears. Excellent shears at an affordable price.