MIDWEST® cable cutters feature M2 alloy steel blades capable of cutting clean spring hardened wire to 3/32" (2.4 mm), wire to 5/32" (4 mm) and stainless steel wire to 1/8" (3.2 mm) and a 1/8" (3.2 mm) diameter soft steel rod. Equipped with a KUSH'N-POWER® (US D718,602, D719,808) combined lever handle that multiplies handle strength and provides a soft, firm and comfortable grip. Made in the USA!