Cutting edge nippers for the new age tippet materials. Super sharp Tungsten Carbide blades with a Rockwell hardness of 70+ are mounted on a 2.24" lightweight 6061-T6 anodized aluminum frame. These make short work of most, if not all, tippet material from braid up to 20lb coated wire. Includes built-in industrial strength hook eye cleaner and knot detangler. All Cyclone nipper come with replacement cutters/screws and a steel retention ring and hex key.