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Right-Cutting Aviation Snips
Features
- Latch keeps jaws closed when not in use
- Replacement spring (Cat. No. P407) available
- Spring-loaded for self-opening action
- Hardened handles for extra strength
- Forged and heat treated steel blades for strength and durability
- Regular blades have the capacity of cutting 18 gauge cold-rolled sheet metal, and 22 gauge stainless steel sheet metal
- Contoured plastic handles are comfortable and color-coded by cutting pattern
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Group:
- Hand Tools
- Product Subgroup:
- Pliers & Cutters
- Product Type:
- Aviation Snips
Klein Tools 1101R – Frequently Asked Questions
1) What thickness of sheet metal can Klein 1101R aviation snips cut?
The 1101R handles up to 18 gauge cold-rolled sheet metal and 22 gauge stainless steel. The blades are forged and heat treated steel. That covers typical HVAC duct, flashing, and light gauge stainless work, but it is not the tool for heavier plate or hardened stock.
2) Does the 1101R cut right or left, and how do I tell it apart from the other Klein aviation snips?
The 1101R is the right-cutting snip, meaning it curves to the right and is generally worked with the left hand while the waste rolls off to the right. Klein color-codes the contoured plastic handles by cutting pattern, so you can identify the cutting direction on the tool itself without reading the stamp. If your cuts curve left, or you need long straight runs, you want the matching left-cut or straight-cut pattern instead.
3) Do these snips stay closed in a tool pouch?
Yes. The 1101R has a latch that holds the jaws closed when the snips are not in use, which matters because the tool is spring-loaded for self-opening action and would otherwise spring open in a pouch or bag.
4) If the spring wears out on my Klein aviation snips, can I replace it instead of buying a new pair?
Yes. Klein sells the replacement spring as Cat. No. P407, so a snip with a tired or broken spring can be brought back rather than scrapped. Worth knowing if you are maintaining a fleet of these across crews.
5) What is the correct Klein part number to order for right-cutting aviation snips?
Order Klein Tools 1101R. That is the manufacturer part number for the right-cutting aviation snip with regular blades, spring-loaded action, and the jaw latch.
6) Are the 1101R snips comfortable enough for a full day of duct work?
The handles are contoured plastic and hardened underneath for extra strength, and the spring-loaded action reopens the jaws for you so you are only powering the cut stroke. That is the design intent for repetitive cutting; the hardened handle construction is also what keeps them from flexing under a hard squeeze.
How fast can I get the Klein Tools 1101R delivered?
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Can I return it if it doesn’t work for me?
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Does the Klein Tools 1101R come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Klein Tools 1101R is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
For full warranty terms, check the product documentation or Contact Us.
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