All RIDGID® Snips feature forged, heat-treated blades for increased quality and performance.All RIDGID® Snips feature forged, heat-treated blades for increased quality and performance.Aviation Snips and Offset SnipsIdeal for cutting 18-gauge or lighter cold-rolled sheet steel. Compound action results in maximum jaw power with minimum effort. Aviation snips threaded jaw bolt allows the blades to be realigned after prolonged use.Metal Cutting SnipsExcellent for cutting sheet metal, screening, wire, leather, cloth, gasket material, rubber, linoleum, roofing material, plastics, etc.Handles designed for right-or-left hand use.