Features and Benefits: * Shear-type wire cutter * Precision made of fine polished, high carbon drop forged steel * Patented PermaLock fastener eliminates nut and bolt failures * Channellock blue comfort grips 8 slip joint heavy duty wire cutter pliers. Channellock pliers are made of high carbon C1080 steel for superior performance on the job, and an electronic coating for ultimate rust prevention. Dont let the thin nose design fool you, its heavy-duty, for industrial use. Also the cross hatching on jaws grabs work tightly. Theres no sacrifice here, you have the durability and the comfort!