The Midwest Offset Left Cut Aviation Snips are a professional-grade cutting tool engineered for precision, safety, and durability on demanding work sites. Designed for consistent use by landscapers, gardeners, construction workers, and council contractors, these snips deliver clean, accurate cuts through sheet metal, aluminium, vinyl siding, and even tough wire mesh. With an ergonomic offset handle, they offer improved hand clearance, making them ideal for navigating tight cuts and curves without risk to the user's hands.
Crafted in the USA and built to last, the Midwest Left Cut Snips utilise a forged steel construction that ensures long-lasting performance under pressure. Their compound leverage mechanism multiplies hand force by up to 8 times, reducing fatigue and boosting efficiency on repetitive tasks. The offset blade design is perfect for continuous straight cuts and left-hand curves, commonly needed in ductwork, metal flashing, and trimming applications in landscaping or building work.
Ideal for both indoor and outdoor tasks, the snips come equipped with high-tensile steel blades that stay sharper longer and resist wear. The safety latch allows for easy one-handed operation, and the cushioned grips provide all-day comfort and slip resistance – even when wearing gloves or working in wet conditions.
Features & Benefits:
Precision-ground forged steel blades for superior durability and sharpness.
Offset design enhances safety and cutting clearance.
Cuts left-hand curves and straight lines cleanly with minimal effort.
Suitable for sheet metal, aluminium, plastic, wire mesh, and vinyl.
Comfortable, non-slip handles reduce hand fatigue and enhance grip.
Easy one-handed locking latch for safe storage.
Made in the USA – trusted quality and manufacturing standards.
Common Applications:
Cutting metal ductwork or flashing on construction sites.
Trimming wire mesh or aluminium panels in landscape design.
Preparing materials for garden edging, cladding or fencing.
Use by professional landscapers, roofers, builders, and council maintenance crews.
Size:
Overall length: 10 inches (250mm)
Cutting capacity: Up to 18 gauge (1.2mm) cold-rolled steel
Weight: Approx. 0.5kg

Product Name: Midwest Offset Left Cut Aviation Snips
Brand: Midwest Tool & Cutlery
Cut Direction: Left-hand curves and straight cuts
Blade Material: Forged high-tensile steel
Handle Type: Offset ergonomic, cushioned grips
Total Length: 10 inches / 250mm
Cutting Capacity: Up to 18 gauge cold-rolled steel (1.2mm)
Weight: 0.5kg (approx.)
Locking Mechanism: Thumb-operated safety latch
Country of Origin: USA
Use Case: Sheet metal, aluminium, wire mesh, vinyl, construction & landscaping applications
Ideal Users: Landscapers, gardeners, builders, roofing contractors, council operatives