These Dovo 6″ Stainless Steel Sewing Scissors have a mirror polish and will not rust. The two sharp points are excellent for detailed work, and these scissors also appropriate for lightweight sewing, trimming for fabric of all weights, and many household applications. Imported directly from Solingen, Germany These sewing scissors are stainless steel, so they will not rust in moist conditions and can be sterilized An autoclave sterilizer may be used These scissors might be more properly termed "stain resistant," since they could possibly stain under greatly adverse conditions