{"product_id":"milwaukee-10-75-in-left-offset-long-cut-aviation-snips-with-forged-steel-blades-48-22-4568","title":"Milwaukee 10.75-in. Left Offset Long Cut Aviation Snips with Forged Steel Blades (48-22-4568)","description":"\u003csection data-aplus\u003e\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-features\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"features\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\n            \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/material.svg\" alt=\"material\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for Long Cuts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThe 2.91 inch blade and left offset pattern are made for long, controlled cuts in sheet metal. That offset handle keeps your hand up and away from the material so you can see the cut and keep moving.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\n            \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/accuracy.svg\" alt=\"accuracy\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClean Bite, Less Slip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eSerrated blades help the snips grab the metal instead of skating across it. That means smoother cutting and better control when you're trimming duct, flashing, or other thin metal stock.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\n            \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/handle.svg\" alt=\"handle\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStays Tight on the Job\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eForged steel blades, laser-hardened edges, and the BOLT LOCK system are there for one reason: consistent cutting over time. You spend less effort fighting loose blades and more time getting through the work.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-overview\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\" data-product-summary\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMilwaukee 48-22-4568 Left Offset Long Cut Aviation Snips\u003c\/strong\u003e are hand snips built for long life, clean cuts, and better clearance when working in sheet metal. This is an aviation snip designed for long left or straight cutting in thin metal. Model Number: \u003cstrong\u003e48-22-4568\u003c\/strong\u003e. If you do HVAC work, metal flashing, duct installation, or general sheet metal trimming, this is the kind of tool that makes repetitive cuts easier to manage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eWhat matters most here is the cutting setup. Milwaukee gives these snips a 2.91 inch blade, serrated cutting edges, and a left offset handle design. In plain terms, the blades bite into the material instead of sliding around, and the offset handle helps keep your hand above the work so the cut piece can curl away. That is especially useful when you're making longer runs in ductwork or sheet stock and do not want your knuckles dragging across the panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe forged steel blades and laser-hardened edges are not just spec-sheet filler. Forged blades generally hold up better under repeated jobsite use, and the hardened edges are there to keep the snips cutting clean after a lot of opening and closing. Milwaukee also uses a chrome-plated finish for rust protection, which matters if these live in a truck, gang box, or humid shop where hand tools get exposed to moisture and grime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eMilwaukee's BOLT LOCK feature addresses a real problem with snips that get used hard: blade pivot points loosening over time. When the blades stay properly aligned, the cut stays cleaner and the tool feels more predictable. Pair that with handles designed for low-effort cutting, and you get a snip that is easier to run through repetitive cuts without feeling like every squeeze is a fight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eJobsite practicality is solid here too. The one-handed metal swing lock makes it easier to secure the snips for storage without fumbling with both hands, and the color-coded handles help you identify the cutting direction quickly when you have multiple snips in the pouch or on the cart. There is also a tether-ready lanyard hole, which is a useful touch for elevated work or jobs where dropping hand tools is not an option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eIn terms of cutting use, these are offset snips intended for thin metal with a rolled steel cutting capacity of 24 gauge. That makes them a good fit for HVAC sheet metal, roof flashing, fascia trim, and other light-gauge metal tasks where control matters more than brute force. They are not trying to be an all-purpose demolition cutter. They are built to make cleaner, more controlled cuts in the material they were designed for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe overall length is 10.75 inches, which gives you decent leverage without making the tool feel oversized. At just over 1 pound, they still have enough substance to feel durable in hand. The comfort grip handles are there for traction and control, especially when your gloves are dusty or you are making repeated cuts through a full day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eWho should buy these? Anyone regularly cutting thin sheet metal and wanting a dedicated left offset aviation snip that holds alignment and stays comfortable through repetitive work. For HVAC techs, sheet metal mechanics, remodelers, and serious DIY users working with duct or flashing, this Milwaukee snip is the right kind of simple: strong blades, good geometry, practical lock, and no nonsense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCut Sheet Metal with Better Clearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.anglera.com\/assets\/74d6ed76-fe0d-4d23-a9db-1f8749ca9ef2\/2026052130_5.jpg\" alt=\"Milwaukee 48-22-4568 Left Offset Long Cut Aviation Snips cutting sheet metal on a shop floor during HVAC fabrication work\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eThe offset layout is the whole point of this aviation snip. It helps lift your hand away from the panel while the waste material curls off to the side, which makes long runs easier to control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cul\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eDesigned for long, left, or straight cuts in thin metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e45 degree offset handle improves hand clearance over the workpiece\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits-2\" class=\"acc flip\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilt to Keep Cutting Clean\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.anglera.com\/assets\/74d6ed76-fe0d-4d23-a9db-1f8749ca9ef2\/2026052130_2.jpg\" alt=\"Milwaukee 48-22-4568 Left Offset Long Cut Aviation Snips product view showing forged steel blades and offset snip profile\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eThese snips are set up for durability where it counts. Forged steel blades, laser-hardened edges, and a pivot system designed not to loosen all work together to keep the cut consistent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cul\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eForged steel blades with chrome-plated rust protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eBOLT LOCK helps maintain blade alignment over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits-3\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMade for Fast Identification and Easy Storage\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.anglera.com\/assets\/74d6ed76-fe0d-4d23-a9db-1f8749ca9ef2\/2026052130_1.jpg\" alt=\"Milwaukee 48-22-4568 Left Offset Long Cut Aviation Snips closed and locked for storage with red comfort grip handles\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eLittle details matter when you use snips every day. The color-coded handles help you grab the right cutting direction fast, and the one-handed metal lock makes it easier to stash the tool safely between cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cul\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eOne-handed metal swing lock for storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eComfort grip handles with tether-ready lanyard hole\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-whats-included\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tnincluded-wrapper\"\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e(1) Milwaukee 48-22-4568 Left Offset Long Cut Aviation Snips\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-key-specifications\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"aplusspecs\"\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eTool Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eLeft offset aviation snips\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e10.75 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e2.91 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eWidth\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e3.125 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eHeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e1.375 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e1.036 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eBody Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eForged steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eHandle Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eComfort grip\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eRolled Steel Cutting Capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e24 gauge\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eSnip Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eOffset snip\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003ePiece Count\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-applications-uses\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilt For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tags\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eHVAC\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eSheet Metal\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eRoof Flashing\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eDuct Installation\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eRemodeling\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eGeneral Contracting\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eDIY \/ Hobbyist\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-pro-tips\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tip-row\"\u003e\n        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/specs.svg\" alt=\"specs\" class=\"icon-lg\"\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"tip-text\"\u003eWhen you are making a long cut in sheet metal, let the offset handle do the work and keep the waste side free to curl away from the blades. That keeps the snips from binding and makes the cut line easier to track.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-warranty\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWarranty \u0026amp; Support\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"warranty-row\"\u003e\n        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/warranty.svg\" alt=\"warranty\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"warranty-text\"\u003e\n          Limited Lifetime Warranty.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-tool-nut-take\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eMilwaukee 48-22-4568 Left Offset Long Cut Aviation Snips for Real Sheet Metal Work\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThis is a straightforward, job-ready offset snip that gets the important stuff right: blade durability, cut control, hand clearance, and a lock that does not feel like an afterthought.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWho it's for:\u003c\/strong\u003e HVAC installers, sheet metal guys, remodelers, and anyone regularly cutting light-gauge metal, flashing, or duct.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it stands out:\u003c\/strong\u003e The forged steel construction, laser-hardened serrated blades, and BOLT LOCK setup give it the kind of durability and control you actually notice after a lot of cuts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorth knowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a dedicated left offset aviation snip with a 24 gauge rolled steel capacity, so buy it for clean thin-metal cutting, not as a catch-all cutter for every material in the truck.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-faqs\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat kind of cuts is this snip designed for?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is designed for long, left, or straight cuts in thin metal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the cutting capacity?\u003c\/strong\u003e The listed rolled steel cutting capacity is 24 gauge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this snip have a storage lock?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. It uses a one-handed metal swing lock for storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat helps the blades stay aligned over time?\u003c\/strong\u003e Milwaukee uses its BOLT LOCK design to help keep the blades from loosening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Milwaukee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53231574810918,"sku":"48-22-4568","price":28.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/2026052130_1.jpg?v=1779327382","url":"https:\/\/www.toolnut.com\/products\/milwaukee-10-75-in-left-offset-long-cut-aviation-snips-with-forged-steel-blades-48-22-4568","provider":"Tool Nut","version":"1.0","type":"link"}