35 % less effort required than with conventional combination pliers. With cutting edges (hardness approx. 63 HRC) for soft and hard wire and piano wire. Easier work due to optimised leverage. Easier cutting, powerful gripping, bending and pulling. Long cutting edges for thicker cables. With gripping zones for flat and round material, suitable for versatile use. High-grade special tool steel, forged, multi stage oil-hardened.