The last knife I owned like this lasted 17 years with heavy use. This is the perfect little knife for your purse. The scissors come in very handy for cutting out coupons on the bus. There is a sharp little blade, a nail file, and a pen (!) Even a flashlight! Too cute. I keep mine on my keychain and use it frequently. Every woman should have one of these in her handbag. This would make a great "unusual item" stocking stuffer.