The crescent performance of this 14-inch pliers is really good. I usually don't like products. But sometimes a company's product works very well. As a result, the makers of Crescent are to be commended. I've had one of these for over 30 years. So far it's working like a charm. He was a little tired from cutting more than one live wire. So yes, this little one goes hard on all sorts of electrical conductors, so it's good to play there. Even better? Mostly I use it to "clip" regular 16d. I've had and used variations of these 14 inch wire cutters (including the competing Channel Lock product) and the Crescent fits the bill. hands down I would be happy to buy the 2nd pair.