We use binder clips a the office a lot - They are one of the most versatile and usful items around the office.The standard black is ok for most mundane uses, though every now and then you want your binder clips to look nice as well. Like you care about the little details. For instance, when I use them to bind the note pages of my meeting portfolio. for holding my business cards together, handing over a presentation, etc.These golden binder clips are much the same as most other technically, though look the part when you want to get a more pleasing esthetic result out of something otherwise trivial - Look classy rather then dreary.Like them a lot. .I ordered them because my daughter in law, hangs her Christmas lights from her tin roof with these, I will be using them next year.Odd flavor, though. Kind of cut my mouth a little. But Earth-snacks at office were most enjoyable.As advertised-no issues.Sturdy and very nice instead of the usual black clips.Very good quality---they have been working great.