Description
Wiss
Wiss M3R MetalMaster Straight Cut Aviation Snip
Part No: M3R | Barcode: 37103580214
Wiss MetalMaster M3R compound-action aviation snip, with long cutting edges optimised for straight cuts in cold-rolled steel up to 18 gauge and stainless up to 22 gauge. The yellow-handled snip for straight lines and gentle curves.
Straight Cut
Aviation Style
248mm (9-3/4″)
Yellow Handle
Compound Leverage
Forged Alloy Blades
Suitable For
Cold-Rolled Sheet Steel
Stainless Steel
Galvanised Iron / Colorbond
Aluminium Flashing
Copper & Brass
Vinyl Siding
Key Features & Benefits
- Compound-leverage action — two-pivot design multiplies hand pressure for clean, low-effort cuts through gauge steel that would crush a single-pivot shear.
- Forged and heat-treated blades — ground cutting edges hold their profile through thousands of cuts; resist chipping when closing on harder than rated stock.
- Yellow handle colour coding — follows the industry convention for straight cut, so the right snip is instantly recognisable on a cluttered jobsite or van floor.
- 248mm (9-3/4″) overall length — the standard aviation footprint: long enough to deliver leverage for thicker stock, compact enough for one-handed overhead work.
- Spring-loaded return — the blades re-open automatically after each cut, reducing hand fatigue during repetitive trim and duct work.
- Latched handles — safety latch holds the blades closed when stowed; releases instantly with a thumb flick when you pick the tool up.
When to Use This Snip
Colour-coded aviation snips are built around cut direction, not dominant hand. Straight Cut snips produce their cleanest cuts when the waste side of the metal curls to the direction the snip was designed for. Match the colour to the line you are following, not the hand holding the tool — many tradespeople carry both a red (left) and green (right) snip in the same pouch for this reason.
Authorised Australian Dealer — This product is backed by full Australian manufacturer warranty and local support. See Wiss Australia for the full product range.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer Part | M3R |
| Barcode | 37103580214 |
| Brand | Wiss |
| Range | MetalMaster Aviation Snip |
| Cut Direction | Straight Cut |
| Style | Aviation |
| Overall Length | 248mm (9-3/4″) |
| Handle Colour | Yellow |
| Action | Compound Leverage |
Full Wiss Tin Snip Range — Compare Cut Types
All Wiss tin snip variants stocked at Alltools Geelong. The highlighted row marks the product you are viewing.
| Part Number | Cut Direction | Length | Handle Colour |
|---|---|---|---|
| M1R | Left + Straight | 248mm (9-3/4″) | Red |
| M2R | Right + Straight | 248mm (9-3/4″) | Green |
| M3R ★ | Straight Cut | 248mm (9-3/4″) | Yellow |
| M7R | Right Cut (Offset) | 267mm (10-1/2″) | Green |
★ You are viewing the highlighted variant.
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