Easy cutting of large sections by micro-ribbed cutting edge. With jaws under the hinge to grip and pull wires from Ø 1.0 mm. With bi-material tapered handles, without collar, for better handling and easier transport. With precision cutting edges for soft, hard wires as well as for piano string. For cutting components such as bolts, nails, rivets, etc., up to Ø 5.2 mm. Induction hardened cutting edges, hardness approx. 64 HRC. High performance chrome vanadium steel, forged and oil hardened in several phases.