Tin snips are a type of hand shear which have been designed to cut various thin but tough material such as metal sheets. They are often used by both professionals and hobbyists. These hand shears look like scissors but they are manufactured from a stronger metal.

Facom 980 multi purpose shears are ideal for everyday cutting applications and can be used on thin sheet steel 0.5 mm thick, aluminium sheet up to 1mm thick and electric cables up to 2.5 mm diameter.
Closed position locking system.
2 positions: small hands and large hands.
Maximum opening capacity: 36 mm.
Dual material grips.
Suitable for cutting: plastic, packaging straps, sheet metal, nylon, leather, rubber etc.