I've probably owned 20 Uncle Bill's tweezers since about 1986. They are compact, super light weight, and best of all work better than any other pair of tweezers I've ever tried using. After YEARS of use you can expect them to break right at the hinge from stress, think bending a coat hanger. But I ALWAYS have a new pair somewhere around the house, shop, car, boat, etc. They are the only tool I reach for when I get a sliver. Even though a few have broken over the years, this product still gets 5 out 5 stars from me. This is an item I would want, and have, in survival gear or bug out kit.