Sheet Metal Aviation Snips

Offered in both a right and left offset cut.

Sheet metal aviation snips.

Their handles are color coded and it s not just for decoration. A spring opens the jaws for quick cutting and a locking latch holds them together when the cutter is not in use. High force sheet metal cutters with. Amazon s choice for sheet metal snips midwest aviation snip set left and right cut offset tin cutting shears with forged blade kush n power comfort grips mwt 6510c 4 7 out of 5 stars 841.

In the 1940 s our aviation snips were a key tool for cutting aircraft sheet metal during wwii and became best sellers after the war ended. The kush n power grip dynamically conforms with the motion of the user s hand like a good fitting pair of gloves. Aviation snips also known as compound snips are ideal for cutting aluminum and sheet metal. Here s how to choose the right snips.

Tin snips can be used for crafting both metal artwork or corrugated roofing metals. Aviation style sheet metal snips for straight cuts and slightly curved cuts in either direction. Also known as aviation snips they have a double hinge that provides high cutting force with low gripping pressure. The cheapest tool for cutting tin and sheet metal accurately is with a simple pair of aviation snips a tool that s also known as tin snips.

Even plastic car panel and wire cutting jobs can be done with a good pair of these hand metal cutters. Specialty snips explore products pattern snips explore products offset aviation snips explore products aviation snips explore for orders call 770 920 1931 or shop online sign in register. Blades are serrated to prevent slipping.