O’Shine Advanced Double-edged Sprue Cutter, Long & Thin Blade Gunpla Gundam Model Nippers & Hobby Model Clippers, Sharp Model Snips For Plastic Models, A Plastic Sheath Included

These nippers are… close! But they are great for the price and a great alternative to godhands. The blades appear to be a little bit thinner but so far they cut like a fresh set of godhands. The only thing I can’t tell you is durability. I just got these and started using them right away on my Meng models evangelion prototype oo. They do come with the leather cover sleeve and a clear rubber/vinyl tip protector.

I wouldn't say I'm a high level model / miniature builder and painter by any means, but there is nothing worse than going to separate a piece from the sprue and marring it by mistake because you're using ultra-cheap Harbor Freight flush cutters. Ask me how I know.These are really, really nice. When you're generally familiar with hand tools, you get a feel for when something is high quality, with that extra nice finish that only comes from premium tools. These cutters appear to have very tight tolerances in the rotating joints, the cutting surfaces match up positively, and it came pre-lubricated from the factory. The entire arc of movement feels very consistent and smooth. The tension spring underneath is even heat-blued, for crying out loud. That's pretty crazy, and all adds up to more quality than you usually find in a tool.My initial tests have been really clean, allowing for a nice level of precision and saving me time on subsequent cleanup work. I look forward to using these for kit-bashing and modifying miniatures, as I think they'll save me a lot of headache, although the instructions are pretty clear that they should not be used for that purpose. I'll proceed with caution though.There is no question that these are really nice. I'd be remiss if I didn't put that into the context of value - they also aren't cheap. In my mind, they're still a good value. My approach is to go cheap on everything at first, then upgrade the stuff that will make the biggest difference. As I've learned, especially with miniatures, small flaws can be highly visible. I imagine if someone goes looking for a use specific tool like these, they have probably noticed a gap in their game that can only be addressed by taking the next step up the chain. If that's you, I'd heartily recommend these cutters.

This cutter is low profile and VERY SHARP! Will make an excellent cutter for trimming soldered component wire stubs off. The back of circuit boards and clipping zip-ties so close there's not sharp edge to worry about, but - and I know, kind gross - they've already proven to be the best toenail cutters I've ever had, and that alone make them worth far more than I paid for them! Just don't attempt to cut anything besides small diameter copper wire, string, soft plastic (lie the previously mentioned zip-ties) and, um, finger or toenails! If you cut even a small diameter tin or metal wire you'll end up with a set of wire strippers instead of cutters! Keep 'em away from the kids! Oh, and the spring that forces them open as the default position is the best! Good stuff.

As a plastic model hobbyist, I recently purchased the O’Shine advanced single-edged sprue cutters OS-019 and I am highly impressed with its performance. The super thin blade, made of Chromium Molybdenum steel and heat treated to hardness HRC60, cuts through plastic model kit gates and runners like butter while minimizing whitening marks. This quality single-edged gundam nipper is a must-have for anyone working with plastic models.The precise cutting ability of the OS-019 O’Shine single blade nipper is remarkable. It cuts off flushes neatly, leaving a smooth surface without the need for sanding or trimming. The anti-slip grip provided by the ergonomical PVC dipping grips makes it very comfortable to hold. Additionally, the durable structure, including the side block to prevent over-opening and the screw under the spring to prevent overcutting, ensures its longevity and excellent cutting feel. The inclusion of an extra leather sheath for blade protection is a thoughtful addition to the set. Overall, I am extremely satisfied with my purchase and would highly recommend the O’Shine OS-019 sprue cutter to fellow model hobbyists.DISCLAIMER: As a participant in the Amazon Vine Program, I rigorously evaluate new products and provide authentic, unbiased reviews based solely on my firsthand experiences and perceptions. Please note that I do not receive any compensation for my reviews.

First impression of the tool is that it appears to be high quality. The snipper is comfortable to hold and it's easy to cut. The spring opens up the snipper when I loose tension. There's a stopper in the cutter I think to prevent unnecessary pressure when the edges meet to help with longevity of the edges (probably also to ensure the tool does not exert unnecessary force on the plastic parts the tool was designed to cut). A nice touch the tool came with a plastic cap for the sharp edges. A unspecified use i found really helpful was when my glue gun accidentally had heated glue flowed into the gun internally and dried inside. This snipper has very sharp edges and I was able to make progress on cutting off dried glue pieces bit by bit from the inside surfaces after disassembling it. In conjunction of a tweezer, I was able to remove most of the dried glue and the glue gun was functional again. This is a tool I now keep in my drawer.