Tapered Diagonal cutters - Medium head, Full Flush, 5" OAL, Ergonomic handle. Engineered to satisfy the exacting demands of medical professionals, these superior quality tools are forged from high chromium, high carbon alloy steel and hardened using a unique proprietary heat treating process for maximum strength and durability. They are ideal for all hard wire cutting applications including: guide wires, stents, catheters, stylists, mandrels, braided mesh, single/multiple fliers, and lateral/internal cuts. The adjustable ScrivetTM screw joint system, 18-21 RMS finish and 3-position adjustable opening stop reduces operator fatigue and helps ensure precise, consistent cuts through a variety of challenging materials, e.g., piano wire, tungsten, gold, platinum, Vectran®, most stainless including MP35N-V, PTFE-coated materials - even Nitinol.