Abstract: A tool for cutting rigid sheet material comprises a first shearing member having a first cutting edge; a second shearing member pivotally connected at one end to the first shearing member, the second shearing member have a second cutting edge engaged with the first cutting edge; and a pair of handles operatively connected to the shearing members for pivotally moving the shearing member relative to one another. The first shearing member is preferably a twisted, U-shaped member having two legs, with the second shearing member mounted between the legs. An opening or slot is provided above the second shearing member to accommodate movement of sheet material over both the first and second shearing members. The tool cuts both left and right curves and straight lines in rigid materials such as sheet metal.

Abstract: A tool for cutting rigid sheet material comprises a first shearing member having a first cutting edge; a second shearing member pivotally connected at one end to the first shearing member, the second shearing member have a second cutting edge engaged with the first cutting edge; and a pair of handles operatively connected to the shearing members for pivotally moving the shearing member relative to one another. The first shearing member is preferably a twisted, U-shaped member having two legs, with the second shearing member mounted between the legs. An opening or slot is provided above the second shearing member to accommodate movement of sheet material over both the first and second shearing members. The tool cuts both left and right curves and straight lines in rigid materials such as sheet metal.