Sheet-metal cutters designed to deliver accurate straight and curved trims for home and trade projects. For decorators and electricians who want neat edges and fewer wasted offcuts, BARGAINGALORE Aviation Tin Snips Set supplies a three-piece selection suited to common cutting tasks. Is a manual set the sensible choice for the jobs on your list?
⚡ At a Glance
- • Cutting Quality: Hardened blades with a marked scale plus compound-leverage action produce accurate straight and curved cuts in sheet metals and board.
- • Best for: Decorators, electricians and DIYers working on gutters, ducts, flashing, aluminium trimming and interior metal repair.
- • Not ideal for: High-volume powered shearing or cutting of very thick industrial plate materials.
Three 10-inch aviation snips include straight, left and right cutting profiles with spring-loaded, compound-leverage handles and a blade scale. Suitable for aluminium, copper, brass, mild steel, stainless steel and non-metal sheet materials such as cardboard and foam core.
Precise, repeatable cuts – with a hardened blade and marked scale
An exclusive hardening process is applied to the blades and a precise scale is etched onto the edge, allowing cuts to follow marked measurements. Compound leverage stabilises blade motion when slicing sheet materials.
Cutters allow trimming to marked lines without separate measuring on many tasks, reducing rework and producing neater joins for flashing and trim.
Lower hand effort – thanks to spring-loaded compound-leverage action
Compound-leverage mechanics multiply user force across the pivot, while a spring returns the handles after each cut to speed up repetitive actions. The combined system reduces the force required per cut.
Less wrist strain during longer trimming sessions makes tasks such as gutter and duct trimming more manageable by hand.
Switch between profiles quickly – with straight, left and right snips
Three snips are supplied: straight for linear cuts, left for tighter outside curves and right for cleaner inside curves. Each profile uses the same hardened blade treatment and spring action.
Having dedicated profiles on hand avoids awkward manoeuvres and keeps cuts consistent when working around corners or forming overlap joints.
✨ The 4 Key Reasons for BARGAINGALORE Aviation Tin Snips Set
- Three cutting profiles – Tackle straight, inside and outside curves without swapping tools
- Hardened blade with marked scale – Make repeat cuts to measurement quickly and accurately
- Spring-loaded compound action – Reduce hand strain during longer trimming sessions and improve control
- Hanging hole and compact profile – Store on a pegboard or tuck into a toolbox easily
📋 Technical Details at a Glance
- Category: Home Improvement – Hand Tools
- Set contents: Three snips (straight, left, right)
- Blade length: 10" (250 mm)
- Blade construction: Exclusive hardening process for precision and wear resistance
- Blade feature: Precise scale marked on blade for measured cuts
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are the snips suitable for stainless steel?
A: Yes. Stainless steel is listed among the materials suited to these cutters, alongside aluminium, copper, brass and mild steel.
Q: What exactly is included in the set?
A: Three aviation snips are supplied: straight, left and right cutting profiles, each approximately 10 inches (250 mm) in blade length with spring-loaded, compound-leverage action and a marked blade scale.
Q: Can they be stored on a pegboard or carried easily on site?
A: Yes. The tail of each snip includes a hanging hole and a compact, well-proportioned profile intended to make them easy to hang or carry.
🏆 Our Verdict
Suited to decorators, electricians and DIYers who need reliable manual tools for sheet-metal trimming and small repairs. Hardened, scaled blades combined with spring-loaded, compound-leverage handles deliver measured cuts and reduced hand effort. Durable construction and practical storage features make the set a useful long-term addition to a tradesperson's toolkit.
