{"product_id":"ivy-classic-aviation-snips-10-inch-straight-right-left","title":"Ivy Classic 10 in. Aviation Snips, Cr-Mo Steel — Straight (Yellow), Right (Green), Left (Red)","description":"\u003cp\u003eIvy Classic 10 in. compound-leverage aviation snips in the full \u003cstrong\u003eindustry-standard color set: Yellow (Straight), Green (Right), Red (Left)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Cr-Mo (chrome molybdenum) steel jaws on all three, compound-leverage linkage for low hand effort, ANSI-spec dimensional + proof-load conformance. Bi-injected ergonomic handles with the standard color-tab grip identifier so the right type pulls out of the tool pouch every time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Yellow \/ Green \/ Red Color Code\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAviation snip color isn't decorative — it's the universal industry convention every brand follows:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYellow handles = Straight cutting\u003c\/strong\u003e — cuts in a straight line; works for both light curves left and right but doesn't excel at tight curves either direction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreen handles = Right cutting\u003c\/strong\u003e — cuts straight lines AND tight right-hand curves cleanly; the upper jaw is offset to clear the workpiece on right curves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed handles = Left cutting\u003c\/strong\u003e — cuts straight lines AND tight left-hand curves cleanly; mirror of the green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTradies typically own all three\u003c\/strong\u003e — the right pair for the cut you're making clears the metal so your hand stays out of the way and the cut comes out smooth. Trying to cut a tight right curve with left snips puts your knuckles in the cutoff path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat You Get on All Three\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCr-Mo (chrome molybdenum) steel jaws\u003c\/strong\u003e — the alloy that stays sharp under sustained sheet-metal cutting; harder than plain carbon steel, less brittle than tool steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompound-leverage linkage\u003c\/strong\u003e — the two-pivot design multiplies hand force ~5× over a direct-action snip, so you get through 18-gauge cold-rolled steel with a single squeeze\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBi-injected ergonomic handles\u003c\/strong\u003e — soft-grip overmold on a structural skeleton; non-slip even with sweaty or oily hands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated latch\u003c\/strong\u003e — hooked spring at the rear of the handles to lock the snips closed for safe pocket storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring-loaded jaw return\u003c\/strong\u003e — the snips open between cuts without you actively opening them; speeds repetitive cutting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eANSI-spec performance\u003c\/strong\u003e — conforms to ASME B107.16M dimensional and proof-load requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat These Cut\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCold-rolled steel up to 18-gauge (.048 in.)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the standard duct, flashing, and trim-metal range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStainless steel up to 22-gauge (.030 in.)\u003c\/strong\u003e — ductwork stainless, light food-service sheet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAluminum, copper, brass sheet\u003c\/strong\u003e up to comparable thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSheet plastic, vinyl, fabric, leather\u003c\/strong\u003e for non-metal use cases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer: Ivy Classic Industries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModels: 20000 (Straight \/ Yellow), 20002 (Right \/ Green), 20004 (Left \/ Red)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall length: 10 in. (compound-leverage standard)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJaw material: Cr-Mo (chrome molybdenum) steel, hardened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCutting capacity: 18-gauge cold-rolled steel, 22-gauge stainless\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: bi-injected ergonomic overmold with color-coded grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring-loaded jaw return; integrated latch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandards: ANSI \/ ASME B107.16M dimensional and proof-load conformance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: imported\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUse Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePick the right pair for the cut.\u003c\/strong\u003e Straight cuts → yellow. Cutting a curve to the right or cutting metal that needs to fall away to the right of the cut line → green. Curve \/ fall to the left → red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCut from the right side of the line if you're using green snips, left side if you're using red.\u003c\/strong\u003e The offset jaw is engineered to keep the cutoff piece clear of your hand — this only works if you align the snip with the cut line correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDon't try to cut wire, nails, or hardened steel.\u003c\/strong\u003e These are sheet-metal snips. Wire and pin stock will chip or roll the jaw edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeep the pivot lubricated.\u003c\/strong\u003e A drop of light machine oil at the bolt every few months keeps the action smooth and prevents wear at the pivot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLock the latch before pocketing.\u003c\/strong\u003e The spring-loaded jaws will open if unlatched in a tool bag, and the points are sharp. The integrated latch is there for exactly this reason.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne pair of Ivy Classic 10 in. compound-leverage aviation snips in your selected cutting type, on retail blister card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatible Accessories — Sold Separately\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut-resistant gloves — cut sheet metal edges are extremely sharp; gloves are mandatory PPE for this kind of cutting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSheet metal layout marker \/ scriber for accurate cut-line layout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSheet metal hand seamer \/ folder for finishing edges after cutting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIvy Classic flexible tape knife (for drywall mud touch-ups around metal trim installations)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStop by Garoppo’s to pick one up, or schedule local delivery within our service area.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ivy Classic","offers":[{"title":"Straight Cutting","offer_id":54327575118116,"sku":"37617","price":10.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Right Cutting","offer_id":54327575150884,"sku":"43620","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Left Cutting","offer_id":54327575183652,"sku":"43621","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/5322\/9860\/files\/ivy-classic-aviation-snips-10-inch-straight-yellow_2eaf145a-f709-426b-9838-732eec7ff469.png?v=1780598359","url":"https:\/\/garoppos.com\/products\/ivy-classic-aviation-snips-10-inch-straight-right-left","provider":"Garoppo's Stone \u0026 Garden Center and Feed \u0026 Pet Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}