Eclipse ESGPS-12 General Purpose Snips with Spring 12 Inch / 300mm The Eclipse ESGPS-12 General Purpose Snips are primarily for cutting sheet metal. The spring handle creates ease of use during repetitive cutting. The precision hollow ground blades reduce friction for an easy cutting action and since they are also induction hardened and tempered, they can be easily re-sharpened. Features: For cutting sheet metal Spring handle for ease of use during repetitive cutting The precision hollow ground blades reduce friction for an easy cutting action and since they are also induction hardened and tempered, they can be easily re-sharpened The leather strap ensures safe storage Specification: Cutting Capacity (Mild Steel up to 18g):  1.2mm Cutting Capacity (Stainless Steel up to 23g):  0.46mm