Cable Cutters cut up to 1-Inch (2.5 cm) aluminum and copper coaxial cable Shears feature precision, one-hand shearing action without compression or frayed ends Forged body with heat-treated and precision-ground steel blades, withstands frequent cutting; Made in USA Hot-riveted design requires no adjustment while maintaining a smooth, precise operation Handles are plastic-coated for maximum comfort and gripping power When cutting drop wire with an inner steel conductor, we recommend diagonal-cutting pliers (Cat. No. D2000-28) HOW TO USE: Use a back-and-forth motion to score the cable until you reach the inner conductor. The inner conductor may then be cut by squeezing the handles firmly