Lightweight, yet efficient shear-type cable cutter. Cuts lead or rubber-covered communications cable. Replaceable hook-jaw blades grab and hold cable while shear-cutting action makes clean cuts. Exceptionally strong fiberglass handles with heavy vinyl grips for comfort and slip resistance. Heavy-duty pins in head serve as blade-stops. Jaws are forged tool steel with black-oxide finish for long life. Make a clean, even cut for ease in fitting lugs and terminals.