Lineman's Pliers cut ACSR, screws, nails and most hardened wire High-leverage design; rivet is closer to the cutting edge for 46-percent greater cutting and gripping power than other plier designs Precision machined knives cut cleanly and crisply even on fine stranded wire, mule tape and pull line Hot-riveted joint ensures smooth action and no handle wobble Made in USA with Custom, US-made tool steel Streamlined design with sure-gripping, cross-hatched knurled jaws Induction hardened plier head and knives for on-the-job toughness and durability