Precision ground, hardened blades. Clean and smooth cut without crushing and deformation. By dividing the cutting actions into initial cut (insulating sheath in the front cutting area) and final cut (conductor in the back cutting area), cables up to 25/32 in. dia. can be cut in one-hand operation. Less effort required due to favorable lever ratio and optimized cutting edge geometry. Pinch guard prevents operators' fingers being pinched. Adjustable bolted joint, self-locking. 1000V multi-component grips, ASTM F1505-tested. High-grade special tool steel; forged, oil-hardened.