The Cornwell Quality Tools Upfront Cutter/Stripper features a pliers nose for working small nuts and pulling wire. It has precision-ground stripping stations for both solid and stranded wire. The long, curved cutter requires less force to cut and has holes in its jaw for looping wire. The tool can be locked to protect its cutting and stripping edges when stored. Return spring and opening stop to prevent spring from becoming disengaged. The handles are longer to offer greater leverage and have an ergonomic design. The tool is made in the U.S.A. from heat-treated steel and conforms to ASME Standard B107.500-2010.