Cuts stranded wire to 12AWG Cuts solid wire to 16 AWG Strips 19 to 23 AWG wire Serrated edges on back of blades for cleaning wire and binding posts Manufactured in the USA The Platinum Tools 10525C Professional Electricians Scissors are designed for use in electrical, telephone and datacom service applications. The ergonomically designed large ring provides more power while reducing fatigue and wrist strain. Designed to comfortably fit in the power portion of the palm producing a cleaner, quicker cut with less effort. Bottom blade has serrated teeth the full length of the cutting edge to grip the cable/wire. Thru hardened (RC59). Platinum Tools, founded in 1997, was created based upon two very simple objectives. First, develop, manufacture and source the absolute best possible solutions for preparation, installation and hand termination of wire and cable. Second, implement an operational infrastructure that can deliver these products in an efficient, timely and high quality manner. This item is not sold directly by Platinum Tools.