Very high quality tool, perfect size, thick blades that will probably outlive me. Cut the regular tie across the width, not the length. And it has no positive bond with lead residue after cutting. And sometimes, when cutting thicker ties, the trap will be pressed against the blade. The opening is too small for someone like me installing AV on construction sites for many general uses. I could see this working great in a small electronics assembly station. the type of work. This is a great idea, I just wish it was implemented for more versatile use of these flush cutters.