The shears are sharpened and have been test-cut, and they cut very well. These shears have a cutting feel that is very soft, like Tenyo shears. These shears are hard to find. I tend to buy them whenever I find them. They are good shears. Please bid only if you understand the images and are satisfied. Please refrain from bidding if you are overly concerned about details. * Also listed on other sites, so it's a first-come, first-served item as it's a one-of-a-kind.