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Tin Snips 10" (250mm) – Chrome Vanadium, Anti-Slip Grips
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Tin Snips 10" (250mm) – Chrome Vanadium, Anti-Slip Grips
Regular price
£12.05
Unit price
Description
Description
Tin Snips – 10" (250 mm) deliver clean, confident cutting for sheet metal and ducting. Forged and polished chrome vanadium blades with hardened, tempered edges provide durability and a smooth cut, while rubberised anti-slip grips and a single-handed spring mechanism help reduce fatigue. Suitable for left, right and straight cuts.
Key Features
- Chrome vanadium construction: Robust blades and pivot for long service life.
- Forged & polished blades: Smooth, accurate cutting action.
- Hardened, tempered edges: Maintain sharpness job after job.
- Anti-slip grips: Rubberised handles for comfort and control.
- Single-handed spring mechanism: Faster repetitive cutting.
- Cut directions: Left, right and straight.
Typical Applications
- Sheet metal trimming and fabrication
- HVAC/ducting installation and repair
- Flashings, soffits, gutters and general roofing metalwork
- Cable tray, fixing bands and light-gauge steel
Specifications
| Length | 10" / 250 mm |
|---|---|
| Blade material | Chrome vanadium steel; forged & polished |
| Edge treatment | Hardened & tempered |
| Handles | Rubberised, anti-slip grips |
| Mechanism | Spring-assisted, single-handed use |
| Cut directions | Left, right & straight |
| Pack type / qty | Backing Card / 1 each |
Usage Notes
- Wear eye protection; keep fingers clear of the cutting path.
- For best results, cut within the tool’s rated capacity and avoid twisting through thick sections.
- Wipe blades clean after use and apply light oil to the pivot to maintain smooth action.
Why Choose These Tin Snips?
They combine tough, chrome-vanadium blades with comfort grips and a quick spring action—giving you reliable, clean cuts across common sheet-metal tasks.
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