AV8 Left Malco Shears Bent 90* for cutting sheet metal roofing

Malco AV8 - Left-Handed, 90° Notch Snips

Malco AV8 are durable Aviation Snips designed for 90° cuts - ideal for working in tight spaces and overhead applications. Forged steel jaws, serrated upper blade, and gearing provide precision and comfort in materials up to 0.61mm (steel) and 0.38mm (stainless steel) thick :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}.

Key Product Features:

• 90° Blade Angle: Facilitates cuts in vertical spaces and close to walls.
• Forged steel jaws: Corrosion-resistant, durable, and precise.
• Serrated upper blade: Prevents material from slipping while cutting.
• Ergonomic Handle: Red, non-slip, with contoured inserts for comfort and grip.
• Piston mechanism: Gearing increases cutting power with minimal effort.
• Cutting specifications: Up to 24-gauge (0.61mm) steel and 28-gauge (0.38mm) stainless steel.
• Cutting length: ~35mm; tool length approx. 222mm; Weight: approx. 454g (16oz)

Roofing and sheet metal applications:

• Cutting holes and details in chimneys, skylights, and roof flashings.
• Vertical cuts - ideal for cutting gutters and panels between roof coverings.
• Working in hard-to-reach places - overhead, in roof gutters, at wall edges.

Why choose the Malco AV8?

These shears offer exceptional ergonomics thanks to their 90° and geared design, which translates into comfort and precision. The serrated blade and robust forged metal construction guarantee long-lasting use. Professionals value the AV8 for its reliability and build quality.

See also:

• Other Malco AV shears - right version: AV9 (right)
• 10 Essential Tools for a Roofer
• How to choose roofing tools
• Other roofing tools