RESCO� grooming combs are the highest quality--made the old fashioned way. The pins are hand set and are tapered, hardened steel. The combs are nickel plated for durability and rust resistance. The shanks and pins are polished to remove all burrs. The tapered pins go into the coat easily and won't snag the animal's fur. Our popular #280 comb (1-1/2" exposed teeth) combine both medium and coarse tooth spacing in a press-fitted 7" brash shank. The entire comb is nickel-plated for rust resistance. Use the #280 comb for breeds with longer hair. Use for rough & finish grooming.