These Lineman's Side-Cutting pliers feature a built-in channel to pull steel fish tapes without damaging the wire. Cutting knives are induction hardened for long life. The 2000 series blades are designed for heavy-duty cutting of ACSR, screws, nails, and most hardened wire. The high-leverage design provides 46-Percent greater cutting power than other plier designs. Exclusive handle tempering absorbs the "snap" when cutting wire. Pick up these Klein's and feel the difference.