Malco Products, #AV8 Vertical Aviation Snips - Left Cut

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 Features

• 90-degree vertical jaw orientation for overhead and tight-access cutting
• Designed for left cuts, circular cuts, and square pattern cuts
• Can be operated using push or pull cutting motions
• Forged steel jaws with serrated edge for non-slip cutting leverage
• Compound linkage increases cutting power and control
• Cushion grip handles with torsion spring action for smoother operation
• Side-operated latch for quick one-hand opening and closing
• Rust-resistant forged jaws and black oxide handle finish for durability

Model: AV8

Type: Vertical aviation snips (left cut)

Cut Direction: Left

Jaw Orientation: 90-degree vertical head

Cutting Capacity:

• Cold Rolled Steel: 24 gauge
• Stainless Steel: 28 gauge

Length of Cut: ~1-3/8"

Tool Length: ~8-3/4"

Application: Tight-access sheet metal cutting, overhead work, pattern cuts

Q: Is the leverage of the vertical snips different than other aviation snips?
A: Yes, due to the right angle of the head not being inline with the handles. Also, the way the snip must be grasped, when reaching overhead or when holding the handles upside down to reach into tight areas, does not allow the user a natural power stroke motion.

Q: Why are the vertical snips rated for a lighter gauge than other aviation snips?
A: Different leverage due to a different head angle and a different way of grasping the handles, are the reasons why these vertical snips are rated for lighter gauge material: 24-ga cold rolled mild steel (0.61 mm), or galvanized steel (0.71 mm), and 28-ga stainless steel (0.38 mm).
Standard AVs or Max2000 Aviation Snips are rated for: 18-ga cold rolled mild steel (1.22 mm), or galvanized steel (1.32 mm), and 20-ga stainless steel (0.91 mm).

Q: Is there a difference in cutting with vertical snips versus other aviation snips?
A: Yes, due to the right angle of the head and the way the handles must be grasped, the user will often need to push or pull the snip depending on the cutting direction.

Q:Are any of the parts replaceable?
A: No.