Forged steel (chrome molybdenum) ensuring robustness and cutting life Cuts soft steel up to 18 gauge from 0.7 to 1.2 mm - Also suitable for cutting aluminum, UPVC sheets, wire mesh, leather, copper and plastic - Cutting thickness: 0.7mm to 1.2mm Serrated cutting edges prevent slipping when cutting Bi-material handles for better grip and optimal comfort of use Double pivot action for high cutting power - Automatic ratchet release with one hand on simple pressure grips Product Description aviation snip - straight 2-14-563 Compound snips with high cutting effect in forged steel alloy. (Chrome Molybdenum) construction with serrated edge to prevent slipping when cutting. One-handed automatic release with grip tightening and bi-material handles for comfort and grip. Cuts 18 gauge steel Type Straight Cut Strong and durable cutting blades forged from chrome-molybdenum steel are specially designed to cut up to 18 gauge stainless steel or 23 gauge, aluminum, UPVC sheet metal, wire mesh, leather, copper and plastic. Serrated cutting blades prevent cutting materials from slipping during use. Latch design for quick one-handed use with color coding (yellow for straight fit), ergonomic bi-material non-slip handle for comfort and control.