- The Wiss M-3R Metalmaster Compound Snips have a self-opening, non-slip, serrated jaws for rapid cutting. - They are hot drop forged from special molybdenum steel with comfortable colour coded, yellow vinyl grips. - The snips are fitted with compound lever action handles that are light and easy to handle, even when cutting tight curves. - There is also a convenient protective safety latch. - Cuts straight (or wide curves left or right in light stock) up to 1.2 mm mild steel. - Size: 248mm (9.3/4in). - Cutting Type: Straight Cut/Curves. - Capacity: Low Carbon Steel: 18 Gauge/1.22mm.