I have switched in crafting from craft knives to scalpels because scalpels are so much safer. Too many times I have had blades slip out of craft knives while in use. That won't happen with these. Like the cheaper handles, these snap the blade into place securely; but these handles feel better and look better. They seem quite durable. The only reason I didn't give a 5 star review is because it is a challenge to get the blade onto the handle. Do not attempt to load without a pair of needle nose pliers. The cheaper ones I have used are easier to load. That said, these are much higher quality and I know they will last and last. I might buy another set so that I can have different kinds of blades loaded at the same time.
