These forged, heavy-duty wire strippers have shear-cutting knives for a lower force to cut copper wire and larger cable such as Romex and other nonmetallic (type NM) cable. Updated design features six stripping holes for 8-18 AWG solid and 10-20 AWG stranded wire. The large knurled plier head pulls and twists wire. Screw shearing holes handle 6-32 and 8-32 screws. Special Features Forged Steel, 4 Times Stronger Than Traditional Klein Wire Strippers Sub Brand Klein-KurveApplication Wire Stripping and Cutting Strips and Cuts 8-18 AWG Solid; 10-20 AWG Stranded Type Heavy Duty, Shear Cutting Overall Width 2.25" (5.7 cm) Handle Finish Comfort Grip Weight 9.6 oz (272 g) Overall Height 0.53" (1.4 cm) Overall Length 8.41" (21.4 cm) Insulated No Screw Shearing 6-32, 8-32 Wire Gauge 8-18 AWG Solid; 10-20 AWG Stranded Material Forged Steel Hold-Open Spring Yes Handle Color Blue/Gray Size_Name 8 - 18 AWG Solid, 10 - 20 AWG Stranded