EMT shears - quality differences?

[Resqdivemedic]

I go with both cheap shears and cheap knives. If they rot away or get lost not a big issue, just replace them. My current shears and knife have been around for about 3 years and still holding up. Rinsed and dried after each dive, wire brush off the rust and hit them with silicone spray.

 

[mac66]

How long does a pair last in salt water before you have to toss and replace it?

Do you have a link to the ones you buy on Amazon please?

I been diving with a pair for 3 years, haven't had to replace them yet. I've had others for 10 years or more.

If you take care of them like Resqdivemedic they'll probably last a long time. All I do is rinse mine off and let them dry. Maybe a little WD40 from time to time.

here is what I ordered the last time

 

[kinoons]

For some time I used the cheap $3-5 shears when I worked the truck. I’ve gone through three pairs of leatherman raptors in the last 5-6 years. They’re garbage. Rust easily, dull easily.

On the other hand, the xshears are legit. Don’t get dull, don’t rust through normal use. I haven’t tried diving with them though. I’ve had my pair now for 4 years and they’re still going strong.