Soft grip ""traction"" series handles for maximum grip & comfort. Ideal for cutting fine metal, cutting & snipping wires that are close to a surface, cutting & snipping plastics, cutting & snipping small diameter rod Chrome Vanadium steel for maximum strength & durability & improved anti corrosion, Induction hardened cutting edges for a clean, accurate, consistent & long lasting cut , Unique high leverage design for increased power with less effort.