Midwest Snips® Offset Straight Aviation Snips flow material away from blades and position user's hand above material for best maneuverability cutting full sheets with extra cut length. Use in either hand. Offset aviation snips cut Pinch-Thru-point, requiring fewer rebites and accurate trim cuts. Offset blades channel sharp material edges away from users hand allowing for easier long cuts. blade pivot bolt is threaded into bottom blade keeping blades in adjustment for ease of operation. Makes straight cuts and wide left and right cuts thru thick material. Bottom blade is serrated in order to grip material. Kush's-Power grips comfort the users hands and reduce fatigue.