The irwin aviation snips in straight cut configuration with 250mm length are specifically designed for making straight cuts and gentle curves in sheet metal, aluminium, vinyl siding, and other materials. This versatile straight cutting variant is the most commonly used aviation snip configuration, making it an essential tool for general metal fabrication, construction, and maintenance work. Featuring precision formed, cold formed blades, these snips provide exceptional strength for extended cutting life whilst requiring reduced cutting force. The compound cutting action significantly decreases hand fatigue during prolonged cutting operations, whilst the high strength alloy steel spines can sustain greater pressure when working with demanding materials. The serrated lower blade delivers enhanced grip for smoother, more consistent cuts without double marked edges. An optimised torsion spring ensures consistent, smooth operation with increased reliability and durability. The strategically positioned safety latch allows comfortable one handed opening and closing, whilst solid over moulded soft grips provide superior comfort and performance throughout extended use. Features and benefits bull straight cut design for versatile straight cutting applications bull 250mm length provides excellent control and reach bull cold formed blades for maximum durability bull compound action reduces operator fatigue bull serrated lower blade prevents material slippage bull one handed safety latch for convenient operation specifications snip type straight length mm 250 length in 10 cutting type straight wide curves. Cutting capacity sheet metal 1.19mm.