12-INCH VINYL SIDING SNIP - Designed for straight cuts and wide curving left and right cuts. Vinyl siding snips are best for making long cuts and trim cuts through vinyl, plastic, and other soft materials. GLIDETECH FORGED BLADES - Blades are hot drop-forged of molybdenum alloy steel and austemper heat-treated to provide unequalled strength, longest lasting edge life, and the most precise cutting action. PINCH-THRU-POINT CUTS - Forged blades cut 18 gauge cold-rolled steel from beginning of blade all the way to the tip with 20% less effort for easy and precise notch cuts. KUSH'N-KOTE GRIPS - Midwest's Kush'N-Kote grips provide the perfect balance of comfort, grip and durability. Designed for the professional, these chemical resistant grips offer slip-free usage all day long. 100% USA MADE - This Midwest product is American made using premium grade steel and the highest quality components. The result is a reliable long lasting tool you can count on.