Snips

The Midwest Snips 6510L Offset Aviation Snips are hand-operated cutting tools designed with a left cut pattern to enable controlled cuts and curves in sheet metal. The offset design helps improve access and visibility while cutting. These snips are suitable for HVAC, ductwork, and general sheet metal applications within the listed material capacity ranges. Key features: • Left cut pattern supports controlled cuts and wide curves • Offset design improves access and visibility during cutting •...

The Midwest Snips 6510R Offset Aviation Snips are hand-operated cutting tools designed with a right cut pattern to enable controlled cuts and curves in sheet metal. The offset design helps improve access and visibility while cutting. These snips are suitable for HVAC, ductwork, and general sheet metal applications within the listed material capacity ranges. Key features: • Right cut pattern supports controlled cuts and wide curves • Offset design improves access and visibility during cutting •...

The Malco AV6 Left Offset Aviation Snip is a professional-grade cutting tool designed for making controlled left cuts, straight lines, and tight curves in sheet metal. The offset blade design keeps material away from the user’s hand during cutting, improving visibility and control—especially on longer or continuous cuts. Key Features Left-cut, offset blade design for curves, straight cuts, and tight radiiOffset handle keeps material flowing away from the hand for better clearanceForged steel...

The Malco AV7 Right Offset Aviation Snip is a professional-grade cutting tool designed for precise right-hand cuts, straight lines, and tight curves in sheet metal. Its offset blade design keeps the material moving away from the user’s hand, improving visibility and control during longer cuts. Key Features Right-cut, offset design for straight cuts and tight right-hand curvesOffset handle keeps material flowing away from the hand for better clearanceHardened forged steel blades for...

The Malco M2006 Max2000 Left-Cut Aviation Snips are high-performance offset snips designed for fast, controlled left-hand cuts in sheet metal. Built with a compound leverage system, they deliver increased cutting power while reducing hand fatigue, making them well-suited for longer cuts, tight curves, and repetitive jobsite use. Key Features Left-cut offset design for tight curves and straight cutsCompound leverage mechanism for increased cutting power with less effortOffset handles keep...

The Malco M2007 Max2000 Right-Cut Aviation Snips are heavy-duty, compound-action offset snips designed for controlled right-hand cuts in sheet metal. Built for demanding jobsite use, they combine high cutting power with ergonomic handling, making them well-suited for longer cuts, tight right-hand curves, and repetitive cutting tasks. Key FeaturesRight-cut offset design for straight cuts and tight right-hand curvesCompound leverage system for increased cutting power with reduced effortOffset...

The Midwest Snips 6516 PowerCutter Offset Long Cut Aviation Snips are hand-operated cutting tools designed for long straight cuts and navigating curves in thin sheet materials. They feature an offset blade design that positions the handles above the work surface for better access and visibility. With a 2.375 in length of cut, these snips help reduce rebites and improve efficiency on extended cuts. They are suitable for HVAC, ductwork, ribbed materials, and general sheet metal cutting tasks....

The Midwest Snips 6716S Straight Aviation Snips are hand-operated cutting snips designed for straight cuts and wide curves in sheet metal. They feature serrated blades that help maintain control during cutting. The straight cut pattern allows versatile use across common sheet metal applications. These snips are suited for HVAC and general metal cutting tasks within the listed material capacities. Key features: • Straight cut pattern supports straight cuts and wide curves • Serrated blades help...

The Midwest Snips 6716L Straight Aviation Snips are hand-operated cutting snips designed for left cut patterns, enabling precise cuts and wide curves in sheet metal. They feature serrated blades that help maintain control during cutting. These snips are suitable for use in HVAC, ductwork, and general sheet metal applications when working with materials within the listed capacity ranges. Key features: • Left cut pattern supports controlled cutting and wide curves • Serrated blades help grip...

The Midwest Snips 6716R Straight Aviation Snips are hand-operated cutting snips designed for right cut patterns, enabling precise cuts and wide curves in sheet metal. They feature serrated blades that help maintain control during cutting and smooth material feed. These snips are suitable for use in HVAC, ductwork, and general sheet metal applications when working with materials within the listed capacity ranges. Key features: • Right cut pattern supports controlled cutting and wide curves •...

The Midwest Snips 6900R Upright Aviation Snip Right Cut features a patent-pending right-angle handle-to-blade design that provides ergonomic improvements over conventional snips. Developed with ergonomics in mind, this upright snip elevates the user’s hand above the work surface to reduce wrist bending and effort during cuts. Testing funded by industry and academic partners showed reduced cutting effort and improved comfort. The right cut pattern allows controlled curves and cuts to the right,...

The Midwest Snips 6900L Upright Aviation Snip Left Cut features a patented right-angle handle-to-blade design developed to improve ergonomics during sheet metal cutting. This design elevates the user’s hand above the cutting surface and reduces wrist bending during use. Manufacturer-funded testing showed reduced cutting effort and improved comfort compared to conventional snips. The tool is intended for cutting sheet metal in applications where access, control, and ergonomic positioning are...

The Malco M2001 Max2000 Left-Cut Aviation Snips are compound-action aviation snips designed for controlled left-hand cuts in sheet metal, vinyl, and layered materials. Built with a compound linkage system, they multiply cutting force while maintaining a smooth, controlled cutting motion—making them well-suited for straight runs, tight curves, and repetitive cutting tasks. Key Features Left-cut design for counterclockwise curves and straight cutsCompound leverage system for increased cutting...

The Midwest Snips PowerCutter Long Cut Snips MWT-6716A are hand-operated aviation snips designed for making long straight cuts in sheet material. They feature a 3″ blade length and a wide blade profile to reduce the number of rebites needed when cutting long sheets of thinner material. These snips are intended to cut up to 20 ga cold rolled steel and may be used in either hand, making them suitable for HVAC and general sheet metal cutting tasks. Key features: • 3″ blade length allows long cuts...

The Malco AV3 Combo Cut Aviation Snip is a versatile aviation-style snip designed for straight cuts and slight curves in either direction. Unlike dedicated left- or right-cut snips, the AV3 combines multi-direction cutting capability with forged steel jaws and ergonomic POWER-FIT grips for controlled cutting across a variety of sheet metal applications. Key Features Combo-cut design for straight cuts plus slight left and right curvesHardened forged steel jaws for long-lasting cutting...

The Malco AV8 Vertical Aviation Snips – Left Cut are specialized aviation snips designed for cutting sheet metal in tight spaces, overhead applications, and confined areas where standard snips are difficult to position. The forged steel jaws are set at a 90-degree angle to the handles, allowing easier gripping and maneuverability while making left cuts, circular cuts, and square pattern cuts using either a push or pull motion. Key Features90-degree vertical jaw orientation for overhead and...

The Malco AV1 Left-Cut Aviation Snip is a standard-pattern aviation snip designed for straight cuts and slight left-hand curves in sheet metal. Featuring forged steel jaws, POWER-FIT performance grips, and a traditional inline cutting layout, the AV1 provides controlled cutting performance for HVAC, roofing, siding, and fabrication work. Key Features Left-cut design for straight cuts and slight left curvesHardened forged steel jaws for long-lasting cutting edgesPOWER-FIT grips distribute...

The Malco M2003 Max2000 Straight-Cut Aviation Snips are compound-action aviation snips designed for straight cuts along with slight left and right curves in sheet metal, vinyl, layered materials, and seams. Built with hardened alloy steel blades, serrated lower jaws, and a compound linkage system, the M2003 delivers strong cutting power with smooth control for general-purpose sheet metal work. Key Features Straight-cut / combo-cut design for straight lines plus slight left and right...

The Malco AV2 Right-Cut Aviation Snip is a standard-pattern aviation snip designed for straight cuts and slight right-hand curves in sheet metal. Featuring hardened forged steel jaws, POWER-FIT performance grips, and a traditional inline cutting layout, the AV2 delivers controlled cutting performance for roofing, HVAC, siding, flashing, and general fabrication work. Key Features Right-cut design for straight cuts and slight right curvesHardened forged steel jaws provide long-lasting cutting...

The Midwest Snips 6716B Bulldog / Notch Cut Snips are hand-operated cutting snips designed for notch pattern cutting and straight cuts in sheet metal. They feature serrated forged aviation snip blades that help maintain grip and control on materials during cutting. The snips are intended to cut up to 24 ga cold rolled steel and 22 ga stainless steel, making them suitable for HVAC, ductwork, and general sheet metal cutting tasks. The tool is designed for precise control and versatility. Key...

The Midwest Snips 147-C Kush-n-Kote 14 in Combination Pattern Snips are hand-operated cutting tools designed for both straight cuts and mild curves in sheet materials. Featuring a combination blade pattern, these snips provide a long cut length that supports extended cutting jobs. The plastic coated handles and bows offer improved comfort and grip during use. These snips are suitable for general sheet metal cutting applications where versatility and comfort matter. Key features: • Combination...

The Malco AVM7 Mini Offset Right-Cut Aviation Snip is a compact aviation snip designed for precise right-hand cuts in tight or awkward spaces where full-size snips are difficult to maneuver. Its offset cutting design improves material flow while the shortened overall length provides added control for detailed trimming, curved cuts, and confined sheet metal work. Key Features Compact 7-1/8" overall length for tight-access cutting applicationsRight-cut offset design for straight cuts, tight...

The Malco AVM6 Mini Offset Left-Cut Aviation Snip is a compact aviation snip designed for precise left-hand cuts in tight or awkward spaces where full-size snips are difficult to maneuver. Its offset cutting design improves material flow while the shortened overall length provides enhanced control for detailed trimming, curved cuts, and confined sheet metal applications. Key Features Compact 7-1/8" overall length for confined work areasLeft-cut offset design for straight cuts, tight circles,...

The Malco M2002 Max2000 Right-Cut Aviation Snips are compound-action aviation snips designed for straight cuts and right-hand curves in sheet metal, vinyl, seams, and layered materials. Built with hardened alloy steel blades, serrated lower jaws, and Malco’s Max2000 compound linkage system, the M2002 delivers strong cutting power with controlled handling for roofing, HVAC, siding, and fabrication work. Key Features Right-cut design for straight cuts and clockwise curvesCompound linkage...

The Malco MC14A 14" Andy Classic Aluminum Handled Combination Snip is a long-cut combination snip designed for straight cuts along with left and right curves in sheet metal, vinyl siding, aluminum, and copper materials. Featuring lightweight aluminum handles, replaceable blades, and a long 3"+ cutting length, the MC14A is built for fast shearing and controlled maneuverability during siding, trim, and sheet metal work. Key Features Combination-cut design for straight, left, and right cutsLong...

The Malco MD12 Circular Duckbill Snips are forged steel snips designed for maneuverable straight cuts, curves, and notches in sheet metal, aluminum, steel siding, plastics, and other thin materials. The circular duckbill blade pattern allows the snips to cut smoothly all the way to the blade tip while reducing tearing or material catching during detailed cuts. Key Features Circular duckbill blade pattern for maneuverable curved and pattern cutsForged steel construction delivers strong cutting...

The Midwest Snips Stovepipe & Duct Cutter (MWT-P1) is a hand-operated tool designed to produce two finished edges with a single cut by removing a 3/16 in width of material from the center of the cut. It is built to cut through 24 ga cold rolled steel and delivers a 1-1/4 in length of cut per stroke. The tool features KUSH’N-POWER grips designed to improve comfort and reduce fatigue. It can be used in either hand and uses compound leverage handle action to multiply handle force. Key features: •...

The Midwest Snips 127-D Kush-n-Kote All-Purpose 12 in Duckbill Snips are hand-operated snips designed to cut straight lines and tight curves in sheet materials. Featuring a duckbill blade pattern with a 3 in blade length, these snips provide excellent control for detailed shapes including scrolls and circles. Plastic coated handles and bows offer comfort and secure grip during use. These snips are suited for HVAC, ductwork, and general sheet metal cutting tasks where both straight and curved...

The Malco AV9 Vertical Aviation Snips – Right Cut are specialized aviation snips designed for cutting sheet metal in tight spaces, overhead applications, and confined work areas where standard snips are difficult to position. The forged steel jaws are set at a 90-degree angle to the handles, allowing easier gripping and maneuverability while making right cuts, circular cuts, and square pattern cuts using either a push or pull motion. Key Features90-degree vertical jaw orientation for...

Forged cutter head and handle: Cutter head and handle are drop-forged as a single unit. This is what makes them so robust and reliable.Induction hardened cutting edges: Extra hard cutting edges guarantee more increased durability and optimal cutting results.Bolted joint: All conventional metal snips can be disassembled for easy sharpening, thus extending their service life!Best used for sheet metal applications: cutting gutters, downspouts, general sheet metal work, HVAC, metal roofing etc....

The Midwest Snips 77-D Kush-n-Kote All-Purpose 7 in Duckbill Snips are hand-operated snips designed for detailed cutting in sheet materials. The duckbill pattern supports straight cutting as well as tight curves to the left and right. With a 1-3/4 in blade length, these snips are suited for intricate scrolls, circles, and tight-radius cuts where control matters. Plastic coated handles and bows help improve comfort during repeated cutting tasks. Key features: • Duckbill cutting pattern supports...

The Midwest Snips 167-B Kush-n-Kote 16 in Bulldog Pattern Snips are hand-operated cutting tools designed to cut straight lines and curves in sheet metal. These snips feature plastic-coated handles and bows for improved comfort during use. They are intended for general sheet metal cutting tasks with listed gauge capacities, making them useful for HVAC, fabrication, and general cutting work where durability and versatility matter. Key features: • Cuts straight and curves in sheet materials •...

Features: Easy to hold – Smooth Cutting ActionExtremely compact cutter headThese snips enable more capacity, precision and comfort with easier

The Malco MC12A Aluminum Handled Andy Snip is a 12" classic combination snip designed for straight cuts along with left and right curves in vinyl siding, aluminum, copper, and light-gauge sheet metal. Featuring lightweight aluminum handles, a slim cutting head, and replaceable inset blades, the MC12A is built for controlled maneuverability and fast shearing in siding, trim, and fabrication applications. Key Features Combination-cut design for straight cuts plus left and right curvesLightweight...

The Malco MV12 Andy Combination Snip is a specialized aluminum-handled combination snip designed for cutting heavy vinyl siding lock seams and other flexible non-ferrous materials. Unlike standard Andy snips, the MV12 features a unique knife-like blade grind that creates a smooth slicing action for easier one-hand operation on vinyl, trim coil, flooring, carpeting, leather, and similar materials. (malcotools.com) Key FeaturesDesigned specifically for heavy vinyl siding and flexible non-ferrous...

The Malco MC12NG Aluminum Handled Andy Snip is a 12" gripped combination snip designed for straight cuts along with left and right curves in vinyl siding, aluminum, copper, and light-gauge sheet metal. Featuring lightweight aluminum handles, comfort grips, replaceable inset blades, and a long 3" cutting length, the MC12NG is built for fast shearing and controlled maneuverability in trim and siding applications. Key Features Combination-cut design for straight cuts plus left and right...

8" Bent Snip feature Titanium Bonded blades that are 3x harder than untreated stainless steel and will stay sharper longer. Titanium Bonded blades are 3x harder than untreated stainless steel and will stay sharper longerBent

The Midwest Snips PowerCutter Serrated Long Cut Snips MWT-6716AS are designed to make long cuts easier and straighter across a range of materials. They are intended for cutting vinyl, carpet, heavy gauge plastic, reinforced industrial hose, gasket/belting, and metal. With a 3 in blade length and 11-1/2 in overall length, these snips are built for extended, controlled cuts. They are rated to cut up to 20 gauge cold roll. Key features: • Designed to make long cuts easier and straighter •...

The Midwest Snips 127-S Kush-n-Kote All-Purpose 12 in Straight Snips are hand-operated cutting snips designed for straight cuts and wide curves in a variety of sheet materials. They feature Kush-n-Kote soft textured grips that provide a comfortable and secure hold during cutting. With a 3 in cut length and listed capacity ratings, these snips are suited for HVAC, ductwork, fabrication, and general sheet metal tasks. Their forged blades and ergonomic grips aid controlled, precise cutting. Key...

The Malco MC14N Andy Aluminum Combination Snip is a lightweight 14" combination snip designed for straight cuts along with left and right curves in vinyl siding, aluminum, copper, and light-gauge sheet metal. Featuring a long 3-1/4" cutting length, sleek maneuverable head design, larger handle loops, and replaceable inset blades, the MC14N is built for fast shearing and controlled trimming in siding, trim, and fabrication work. Key Features Combination-cut design for straight cuts plus left...

The Midwest Snips 87-S Kush-n-Kote All-Purpose 8 in Straight Snips are hand-operated cutting snips designed for straight cuts and wide curves in sheet materials. They feature Kush-n-Kote coated blades and handles to help reduce friction during cutting. The all-purpose design supports general sheet metal cutting tasks in HVAC and fabrication applications. These snips are intended for use within the listed material gauge capacities. Key features: • All-purpose straight design supports straight...

The Midwest Snips M2210R Offset Left Replacement Blade Kit provides replacement blades and fasteners for the M2210 Offset Left Cut Snips. Designed for use with the MagSnips series, this kit lets you replace worn cutting edges and maintain tool performance without replacing the whole tool. The blades are intended for cutting light-gauge sheet metal and other sheet materials, helping extend the service life of your snips. Key features: • Includes replacement blades and fasteners for the M2210...

The Midwest Snips M2210 Offset Left Cut Snips are hand-operated cutting snips with an offset blade design that raises the user’s hand above the material and allows material to flow away from the blades. These snips are engineered for cutting straight lines and curves to the left in sheet materials. They feature a replaceable blade system for extended tool life and are intended for cutting light gauge sheet metal and similar materials. Key features: • Offset blade design raises the hand above...

Malco’s Max2000 Double-Cut Aviation Snips are proudly made in the USA. Featuring three hardened alloy steel blades with precision ground cutting edges and tight tolerances, these snips deliver consistent performance. The Max Double Cut feeds smoothly and delivers clean cuts without surface distortion. The center blade's curved cutting edge reduces cutting force, while serrations on the cutting edge face facilitate cutting through slick metal surfaces and seams in round metal ducts and stove...

The Midwest Snips 107-D Kush-n-Kote All-Purpose 10 in Duckbill Snips are hand-operated cutting tools designed to make straight cuts as well as tight curves to the left and right in sheet materials. They feature a duckbill blade pattern and a 2-1/2 in blade length for detailed control. Plastic coated handles and bows provide improved comfort and grip during use. These snips are suitable for HVAC, ductwork, and general sheet metal applications. Key features: • Duckbill blade cuts straight and...

Compound-action snips have 2 pivot points and are spring loaded to lessen user fatigue. FEATURES Material: Alloy steel, Overall Length: 10"Features: High Grade Steel Cutting BladesHrc Up to 64. Optimized Leverage Ration - 25% Less Effort. Compact Cutter Head.

The Freund #01281240 Left-Cut Aviation Snips are professional-grade sheet-metal cutting snips engineered for clean, precise left-hand cuts. Designed for roofing, flashing, and general metal fabrication, these snips provide excellent control and smooth cutting action through light- to medium-gauge metals. With hardened steel blades and ergonomic, non-slip handles, they deliver reliable performance, reduced hand fatigue, and consistent accuracy for daily professional use. Key Features Left-cut...

Traditional European Tin snips: Best for circular cuts and semi-circular edges. High quality steel, painted handles. Features: For short, straight and curved cuts (Perfect for a small radius)Very slick cutting headAvailable in right or left cutting versionsD214 Painted handlesD114 PVC dipped handles ...