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10 in. Straight-Cut Offset Aviation Snips

$1897
  • Cuts up to 22-gauge stainless and 18-gauge cold-rolled steel
  • Forged blades for up to 10X more cuts than cast blades
  • Ideal for straight cuts
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Product Details

Aviation snips constructed with chrome-plated serrated blades


Chrome-Plated Serrated Blades

Chrome-plated blades with a serrated edge cut through steel with precise results.

Aviation snips with an ergonomic grip designed for comfort


Ergonomic Grips Deliver Comfort

The contoured shape of the grips makes them comfortable to hold as you work.

Aviation snips outfitted with a one-handed locking mechanism


1-Handed Lock

These snips are outfitted with a locking mechanism you can engage one-handed for ultimate convenience.

Cut more metal than ever with Milwaukee Aviation Snips. The forged blades deliver up to 10X more cuts than cast blades. Bolt Lock prevents the blades from loosening and a durable chrome plating provides rust resistance. A metal lock secures the tool for storage and easily operates with 1 hand. The offset model features a 45 offset handle for clearance over the cut material. Designed for straight cuts.
  • Forged serrated blades
  • Bolt lock
  • Chrome plated
  • Flush pivot bolt
  • 1 handed metal lock
  • Ergonomic grips
  • Lanyard hole
  • Up to 22-Gauge stainless, 18-Gauge cold-rolled steel
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Specifications

Dimensions

Blade Length (in.)2 inBlade Width (in.).9
Handle Length (in.)5Product Depth (in.).80 in
Product Length (in.)10 inProduct Width (in.)1 in

Details

Blade MaterialSteelFeaturesWeather Resistant
Hand Tool TypeSnips/SidecuttersHandle MaterialPlastic
Individual/SetIndividualNumber of Pieces1
Pack Size1Product Weight (lb.)1 lb
Returnable90-DayRolled Steel Gauge Cutting Capacity22
Snip TypeAviation SnipTools Product TypeHand Tool

Warranty / Certifications

Manufacturer WarrantyLimited Lifetime Warranty
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Questions & Answers

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Q:It states up to 22ga. steel. Does up to, mean, 24,26 and 22ga but not 18 or 16ga. sheet metal?
by|Apr 1, 2022
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A:  Hi Rick, 22ga is the thickest steel the snips are optimized for. Thinner steel (24ga and 26ga) are good to go, but thicker steel (18ga or 16ga) will not provide a great cutting experience.

by|Apr 5, 2022
    1 found this answer helpful
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    Q:What?s the thickest Stella it can cut
    by|Jan 13, 2022
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    A:  The cut capacity for the Milwaukee 10 in. Straight-Cut Offset Aviation Snips is up to 22-Gauge stainless and 18-Gauge cold-rolled steel.

    by|Mar 3, 2022
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      Q:1/4” 23-guage Hardware Cloth
      by|Mar 3, 2021
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      A:  These will work. Home Depot also sells a straight cutting pair, There are right, left and straight cutting snips that are adequate for your needs. You should use some sort of safety glasses and tough gloves are a necessity to also use. I'd also double cover those vents to deter those rodents. Good galvanized hardware cloth is a must. Hope this helps

      by|Mar 3, 2021
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      Q:what is the difference between milwaukee straight cut offset snips #48-22-4532 and milwaukee left...
      by|Feb 18, 2019
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      A:  The straight cut works best to cut metal roofing

      by|May 1, 2020

        A:  The straight cut snips cut straight up from the base of where you are cutting. Left cut make an angle that travels to the left of the base of what you are cutting.

        by|Aug 3, 2019

          A:  Most definitely. They're sold in Left, Right., as well as straight cut. I've got all three snips. What happens is the way they cut and push the cut ends off the edge. They're good, sharp, cutters. I've had them a few years and use them frequently. Best I've found. Use good leather gloves so your knuckles don't end up looking like mine

          by|Sep 4, 2023
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          A:  Straight snips are for making straight cuts and left offset snips make it easier for left angled or left curving cuts.

          by|Sep 4, 2023
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            Customer Reviews

            4.6 out of 5
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            • 4.6
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            terrible hand tool
            This is the worst Milwaukee hand tool I have ever bought. the piviot pin for the spring keeps backing out. It is a pin not a nut and bolt, and nothing is holding the pin in but friction. While using this tool the pin backed out and the spring came out. I would return but it is past the return date.
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            Response from Milwaukee ToolApr 4, 2023
            Thank you for sharing your honest feedback with your Offset Aviation Snips, and we are sorry to hear that it did not hold up as expected. We would like to learn more, please email our team at Social.media@milwaukeetool.com. Thank you - Milwaukee Tool Social Team
              I don't know why You guys don't have this in stock at the Store.?? Best snips . I work with this ...
              I don't know why You guys don't have this in stock at the Store.?? Best snips . I work with this tool everyday..
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              Bought these to replace an old left-cut pair of Wiss snips.These are very high quality and the fo...
              Bought these to replace an old left-cut pair of Wiss snips.These are very high quality and the forged blades are what sold me. They easily cut through some sheet metal duct work and cut through aluminum dryer duct like it was paper. I Highly recommend these.
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              Milwaukee, if you want to be a professional
              Milwaukee, if you want to be a professional
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              These are well made, heavy duty sheet metal shears. The offset handles do a good job of keeping...
              These are well made, heavy duty sheet metal shears. The offset handles do a good job of keeping your fingers and knuckles away from the sharp edges of the metal. I’ve cut many feet of 26 gauge metal siding and roofing, and so far they’re showing no signs of dulling. The cushion grips are easy on your hands, and the one hand locking mechanism is easy to use.
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              Should have bought these years ago! And I am a Milwaukee fan - love their stuff. And these offset snips do not disapoint! I have no problem buying tools I need for a job, knowing I will need that tool again. At the end of the day if I use a tool more than a couple of times, it will have likely paid for itself. But for whatever reason I kept putting off getting a pair of left and right hand cutting snips. Why - its not like they are going to break the bank. Instead I just struggled by with my straight cutting snips. Don't be that guy! Unless you use them everyday they will likely last you a lifetime and make those little frustrating jobs where you think you will get by with the straight cutters so much easier. These things are sweet. They feel good and solid in your hand and the chrome moly blades give a nice clean deliberate cut. No regrets and no more mangeled edges!
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              Should have bought these years ago! And I am a Milwaukee fan - love their stuff. And these offset...
              Should have bought these years ago! And I am a Milwaukee fan - love their stuff. And these offset snips do not disapoint! I have no problem buying tools I need for a job, knowing I will need that tool again. At the end of the day if I use a tool more than a couple of times, it will have likely paid for itself. But for whatever reason I kept putting off getting a pair of left and right hand cutting snips. Why? - its not like they are going to break the bank. Instead I just struggled by with my straight cutting snips. Don't be that guy! or gal! Unless you use them everyday they will likely last you a lifetime and make those little frustrating jobs where you think you will get by with the straight cutters so much easier. These things are sweet. They feel good and solid in your hand and the chrome moly blades give a nice clean deliberate cut. No regrets and no more mangeled edges!
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              I recently built a deer/wildlife mineral feeder with a sheet metal roof. I have a pair of straigh...
              I recently built a deer/wildlife mineral feeder with a sheet metal roof. I have a pair of straight sheet metal snips and cutting long pieces and curves of metal were a problem, very hard to do. I suffered through the first one, but got these snips before starting the second one. Having the correct left hand snips made the job easier and no cutting up my hand either. They are sharp, made of quality material. The grip handles do not slip. The close/lock works well.
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              I recently started building 2 mineral feeders with sheet metal roofs. I have a pair of straight s...
              I recently started building 2 mineral feeders with sheet metal roofs. I have a pair of straight sheet metal snips and cutting long pieces and curves of metal were a problem, very hard to do. I suffered through the first one, but got these snips before starting the second one. Having the correct left and right snips made the job so much easier. They are sharp, made of quality material. The grip handles do not slip. The close/lock works well.
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              These are high quality and effective aviation metal snips! First things I noticed is how study they felt, how well made they are, and how good they felt in my hand. These snips made my old ones seem like cheap toys. The Milwaukee snips have forged blades which they say will stay sharp ten times longer than conventional blades. The blades are chrome plated for rust resistance and are built strong. No play at all in the cutting mechanism. The handles have excellent grip and comfort and have holes in the ends for peg board hanging. The jaw locking mechanism was flawless and easy to use. In use, these are high quality snips. These are a right angle set and did a great job of cutting light and heavy gauge sheet metal. While designed to cut in a right angle, they also did a decent job of cutting a straight line. The head is offset to provide greater material clearance when cutting, a real plus for longer run cuts. These snips should last a long time, are from a quality manufacturer, and do a great job of cutting sheet metal.
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