Lightweight, yet efficient shear-type cable cutters. Replaceable hook-jaw blades grab and hold cable while shear-cutting action makes clean cuts. Exceptionally strong fiberglass handles with heavy vinyl grips for comfort and slip resistance. Heavy-duty pins in head serve as blade-stops. Jaws are forged tool steel with black-oxide finish for long life. Make a clean, even cut for ease in fitting lugs and terminals. Not designed for cutting steel or ACSR. Make a clean, even cut for ease in fitting lugs and terminals. Soft Cable-Cutting Maximum Capacity: 1-3/4'' (44) diameter. MCM Cable-Cutting Maximum Capacity: 1000 Copper, 1200 Aluminum.