8-16 AWG Stranded Thumb-Valley thumb guide promotes comfort while focusing kinetic energy for faster wire stripping. Pocket-Locket locks even tighter when tool is slipped into holster or pants pocket for added safety. Shear-Cut bolt cutters slice through bolts easily and cleanly. Textured non-slip Santoprene grips cushion your hand to reduce stress in wrist while wicking away perspiration. Color coded for quick reference (solid wire - yellow, stranded wire - red). Narrow plier nose is perfect for holding and twisting wires in hard to reach places.