Durum Left and Right Aviation Snip Twin Pack

The Durum DB15129 twin pack gives you a left cut and a right cut aviation snip in the one kit, ready for cutting and trimming sheet metal on the roof, in the gutter line or on the bench. Each snip is built with chromoly steel blades, a double overwound spring and high tension fasteners, so the jaws stay aligned and the cut stays clean through a long working day.

Key Features

• Drop forged and precision sharpened blades for accurate, reliable cutting
• Serrated blades prevent the sheet metal from slipping and cut down cutting time
• Cuts up to 18 gauge (1.214mm) cold rolled steel and 22 gauge (0.759mm) stainless steel
• Left cut and right cut pair in one twin pack, so you can follow curves in either direction
• Meets ANSI and DIN standards
• Designed in Australia and made in Taiwan

Specifications

• Part number: DB15129
• Set contents: one left cut aviation snip and one right cut aviation snip
• Blade material: chromoly steel, drop forged and precision sharpened
• Blade style: serrated to reduce slipping
• Cutting capacity: 18 gauge cold rolled steel, 22 gauge stainless steel
• Standards: ANSI and DIN

Applications

• Cutting and trimming metal flashing, capping and fascia
• Trimming Colorbond and Zincalume sheet edges on the job
• Cutting gutters, downpipes and custom metalwork
• Straight cuts plus left and right curves in sheet metal
• Ductwork and general sheet metal fabrication

What You Need To Complete The Job

Cutting sheet metal leaves sharp edges, so pair these snips with a set of leather rigger gloves and clear safety glasses to protect your hands and eyes. For folding flashing and forming metal edges, add a Midwest seamer. Browse the full Metal Roofing Tools range for more cutting and forming gear.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cutting capacity of these snips?

The Durum twin pack cuts up to 18 gauge (1.214mm) cold rolled steel and 22 gauge (0.759mm) stainless steel. That covers the common gauges used for metal roofing flashings, capping, gutters and general sheet metal work. For heavier material you would step up to a power shear or a notcher rather than hand snips.

Can these snips cut left and right curves?

Yes. The twin pack includes one left cut snip and one right cut snip. The left cut snip follows curves to the left and the right cut snip follows curves to the right, so you can work around corners, circles and irregular shapes without fighting the tool. For long straight cuts either snip will do the job.

What are aviation snips used for?

Aviation snips are designed for cutting sheet metal, and they are a standard tool for roofers and sheet metal fabricators. Their compound lever action gives more cutting power than a standard tin snip, and the serrated blades grip the metal so it does not slide. They suit flashing, capping, gutters, ductwork and cladding.