Compact CrMo Straight Right Cut Metal Shears Bi-Material Grip 182 mm

When full-size snips are too long for the space you are working in, this compact CrMo steel tool gives you real cutting power in a 182 mm (7.2 in) frame that fits where ten-inch models cannot.

The straight jaws handle both straight-line and right-hand curved cuts, so you carry one tool instead of two. CrMo steel provides edge hardness that stays sharp through repeated cuts on mild steel wire up to 1.5 mm and stainless steel sheet up to 0.9 mm thick.

Bi-material grips pair a stiff inner core with a cushioned outer layer, giving you the leverage to close the jaws firmly while absorbing vibration that tires your hand over a long shift. The textured surface keeps the tool planted in your palm even when your gloves are slick with cutting oil or condensation.

At 210 g, this tool adds almost nothing to your belt. HVAC technicians, auto body professionals, and electricians who regularly open electrical enclosures or trim sheet metal tools appreciate having a compact cutter that rides in a pocket rather than dangling from a holster. Whether you are notching a duct collar, trimming a drip edge, or cutting a mounting bracket from light-gauge stock, the 493-7N puts a clean, controlled cut exactly where you need it without fighting for elbow room.