Ratchet-Action Design Of This Acsr Cutter Provides Maximum Leverage With Minimum Effort. Forged, Heat-Treated, Shear-Type Blades Cut Copper, Aluminum and Acsr. Long Steel Handles Have Heavy Vinyl Grips For Comfort and Slip-Resistance. Patented Two-Step Ratchet Mechanism Requires Fewer Strokes Per Cut. Selectively-Hardened Blades and Reduced Hand Force Make It Easier to Cut Acsr.