Made of forged alloy steel that is electronically induction hardened, durable and hand honed with cutting edge relief. Hook bend handle to reduce slippage when gripping and pulling; jaws remain open with coil spring yet close with normal grip and red double dipped non-slip cushion grips. Edge type and cut is standard, capacity is 11 AWG. Nose 1-9/16"L x 1-9/32W, maximum thickness 5/8", cutter length 13/16".