The H.K. Porter 18 in. industrial grade bolt cutter is perfect for general use industrial jobs and plant maintenance work. Its center-cut blades have slightly rounded cutting edges that are beveled on both sides， which broaden the variety of cutting applications this tool can be used for. The unique toggle joint design of the handles is capable of turning 50 lbs. of hand pressure into 4000 lbs. of cutting force.

Proudly made in the USA

Drop-forged precision ground alloy tool steel jaws with center-cut blades

Cuts soft， medium， or hard materials

Maximum hardness of material to be cut: Brinell 455/Rockwell C48

Lock plate keeps jaws from loosening

Screw-type adjustment realigns edges

Steel handles with rubber grips

Never use any H.K. Porter cutters on energized circuits， wire， or cable

Cuts soft and medium materials up to 3/8 in.

Cuts hard materials up to 1/4 in.