They are worth every shekel... I was so impressed, looking back, I'm surprised I didn't do a review on these gems... purts a great angle on the card scraper debate.
I went up-market with the handles, didn't make them perform any better, but looked more impressive than a simple iron rod. I could have turned the wooden handles, but didn't want SWMBO to sacrifice her bras(s).
If your first cut is too short... Take the second cut from the longer end... LBD