These Knipex Cobalt High-Leverage Compact Bolt Cutters deliver exceptional cutting power with up to 60% less effort than conventional models. The induction-hardened cutting edges (approx. 64 HRC) slice through soft, hard, and even piano wire with ease, and can handle tough materials like bolts, nails, and rivets up to 1/4" (6.0 mm) in diameter. A precision-engineered recess in the blade helps grip and cut thicker wires without slippage, while a built-in gripping surface below the joint allows for pulling wires as thin as 3/64". Made from chrome vanadium heavy-duty steel and multi-stage oil-hardened for superior durability.