IRWIN® Gilbow® snips and shears have a cutting capability much greater than the strength of the user. The original tin snips were first designed in 1924 and have
dominated the sheet metal cutting industry to such an extent that today, snips and shears are referred to as ‘Gilbows’.
- UNIQUE NON-SLIP JOINT 
 set and tested for a perfect cut. This should be re-adjusted only after sharpening
- DOUBLE, HOLLOW GROUND BLADES 
 reduce friction for easier cutting
- DROP-FORGED 
 carbon tool steel handles and blades
- SAFETY STOP 
 prevents trapped fingers