12 in. tin snips with replaceable blades

These Klein Tools 12 in. tin snips deliver straight cuts and wide curves with 3.5 in high‑carbon blades. Built with durable all‑steel construction and ambidextrous handles, they slice through tin, aluminum, copper, vinyl, and up to 24‑gauge steel or 28‑gauge stainless steel.

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Key Features:

• Strong Cutting Performance: 3.5 in high‑carbon blades cut straight and wide curves in sheet metal
• Versatile Capacity: Handles 24‑gauge steel and 28‑gauge stainless, plus tin, copper, aluminum and vinyl
• Durable Build: All‑steel construction designed for long life with ambidextrous, glove‑friendly handles
• Serviceable Design: Easily replaceable cutting blades to extend tool life
• Precise Control: 12 in overall length for leverage and accuracy on HVAC and sheet‑metal tasks

Please check the Product Data Sheet Here

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Specifications Table:

Specification	Details
Overall Length	12 in
Blade Length	3.5 in (89 mm)
Blade Material	High‑carbon cutting edges; listed as stainless on spec grid
Handle Material	Steel
Construction	All steel
Cutting Capacity—Rolled Steel Gauge	24 gauge
Cutting Capacity—Stainless Steel Gauge	28 gauge
Snip Type	Tin snip
Hand Tool Type	Snips/Sidecutters
Individual/Set	Individual
Number of Pieces	1
Pack Size	1
Handles	Ambidextrous, large openings to accommodate gloves
Replaceable Blades	Yes
Proposition 65	Cancer and reproductive harm—www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
Model Number	89556

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Q: What materials can these snips cut?
A: They cut tin, copper, aluminum, vinyl, up to 24‑gauge steel and 28‑gauge stainless steel.

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Q: Are the blades replaceable?
A: Yes. The cutting blades are easily replaceable.

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Q: Do they cut straight or curves?
A: They are designed for straight cuts and wide curves.

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Q: What is the blade length?
A: 3.5 inches.

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Q: Are the handles suitable for gloves or left/right hand use?
A: Yes. Large ambidextrous handles accommodate gloves.

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Industrial Precision, Refined

With sculptural, open‑frame handles and a sleek black finish, these snips bring a refined industrial edge to the workshop. The 3.5-inch high‑carbon blades are the star—clean, assertive, and accurate for sweeping curves or confident straight lines. Style them on a pegboard beside matte‑black hardware and galvanized accents for a cohesive, modern utility wall. It’s a hardworking essential that elevates the craft and the space.

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Upgrade your sheet‑metal toolkit with Klein’s durable 12 in. tin snips and cut cleaner, faster, and longer.

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