The Chain Ripper molded base and quality seam ripper is designed to split chain-pieced seams easily and conveniently. Because it uses a traditional seam ripper, the Chain Ripper can split the narrowest of chains (even a single stitch). The ripper can be removed from it's base and used as a traditional seam ripper. When sheathed in it's base, the Chain Ripper stands upright and can easily be located amidst a quilting project.