We have to go on the record saying that this is the best cigar cutter ST Dupont has ever designed and engineered. The black lacquer and polished chrome finish gives the cutter the great looks it deserves. The stainless steel blades are extremely sharp and will maintain its sharpness over time. The cutter has the spring loaded mechanism where it opens when you press it once and stays shut when you press it down. It can cut up to 50 ring guage in half (it can cut cap of 52 ring gauge cigars). This is the best cigar gadget and definitely a must for your collection of gadgets.