Diagonal side cutters with red and grey grips, jaws closed showing the polished cutting edges, on a linen cloth

Diagonal Side Cutters — 5.5 Inch Chromium-Vanadium Steel, Red & Grey Grips, Wire & Cable

£11.99
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Diagonal side cutters with red and grey grips, jaws closed showing the polished cutting edges, on a linen cloth
  • Diagonal side cutters with red and grey grips, jaws closed showing the polished cutting edges, on a linen cloth
  • Diagonal side cutters with red and grey grips, jaws closed showing the polished cutting edges, on a linen cloth
Diagonal Side Cutters — 5.5 Inch Chromium-Vanadium Steel, Red & Grey Grips, Wire & Cable

Diagonal Side Cutters — 5.5 Inch Chromium-Vanadium Steel, Red & Grey Grips, Wire & Cable

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Diagonal side cutters for the daily cropping work of a bench: silver, copper and gold wire, component leads, and electrical cable when the job strays beyond jewellery. The hardened chromium-vanadium jaws are the point — edge retention through repeated, demanding cuts, so the cutters still shear cleanly months in rather than chewing at the wire.

The polished steel head resists corrosion and cleans easily, and is stamped 'DENFOS', 'GERMANY' and 'CHROME-VANADIUM'. Dual-material grips in red and dark grey carry moulded finger guards that stop the hand sliding forward on a hard cut, and the 5.5 inch (140 mm) frame balances control with leverage.

  • Hardened chromium-vanadium steel cutting jaws for superior edge retention.
  • Ergonomic, dual-material grips in red and dark grey provide comfort and control.
  • Moulded finger guards on the handles prevent hand slippage during cutting.
  • Head is stamped with 'DENFOS', 'GERMANY' and 'CHROME-VANADIUM'.
  • Polished steel head resists corrosion and allows for easy cleaning.

Who it's for

An essential tool for UK bench jewellers working with silver, copper, and gold wire. Also suited for electricians, model makers, and electronics technicians requiring a durable pair of side cutters for daily workshop tasks.

Specifications

  • Material: Chromium-Vanadium Steel
  • Overall Length: 5.5 inches (140mm)
  • Handle Colour: Red and Grey
  • Origin: Germany

Free UK delivery from £30 · Same-day dispatch target for orders before 2pm Mon–Fri · 30-day returns
Weight 150 g

Common questions at the bench

What can these cut?
Check this product's description and stay within any material or size it gives. Cutting harder or thicker material than a cutter is made for, such as steel or memory wire in a cutter not made for it, is the quickest way to chip or dent the cutting edges.
How do I get a clean cut?
Hold the work steady, keep the tool square to it and cut in one firm, steady movement. Do not twist, rock or lever the tool during the cut; that is what chips and dents cutting edges.
Will the cut end need finishing?
It depends on the cutter and the material. If this product's description says what kind of cut it gives, such as flush or semi-flush, that is what to expect. Either way, check each cut end or edge, and file or smooth any that is sharp, ridged or burred if it will touch skin or show on the finished piece.
How do I keep the cutting edges sharp?
Use the cutter only on the materials it is made for, never as pliers or a lever, and keep the edges from knocking against other tools. Wipe it clean and store it dry. Once the edges are chipped or dented they crush rather than cut cleanly.

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