What thickness can it cut?

It is rated for up to about 16-gauge low-carbon steel, roughly 1.5 mm, and thinner aluminum, copper and stainless. Thicker plate and heavy stainless are beyond it.

What does throatless mean?

There is no frame behind the blades, so the sheet can rotate freely as you cut. That is what makes curved and irregular cuts possible.

Does it need to be mounted?

It is a bench shear and works best bolted or clamped to a sturdy bench. Hand force goes into the cut, so a solid mount matters.

Can it cut stainless steel?

Thin stainless can be cut, but stainless work-hardens and is harder on the blades than mild steel. Keep to thin gauges and expect more effort.

How does it compare with tin snips?

It makes longer, straighter and cleaner cuts with less edge distortion than snips, and it handles curves without leaving the jagged edges snips can. It is slower to set up but easier on the hands for repeated cuts.

The shear itself with its blades and mounting provisions. Check that the handle and any mounting hardware you need are included before you plan the install.

VEVOR Sheet Metal Shear Throatless Rotary Hand Shear 16 Gauge Mild Steel Sheet Cutter

Q: Where is the VEVOR Sheet Metal Shear Throatless Rotary Hand Shear 16 Gauge Mild Steel Sheet Cutter cheapest?

At Walmart, for $41.90, as of our latest check.

Q: What do buyers say about the VEVOR Sheet Metal Shear Throatless Rotary Hand Shear 16 Gauge Mild Steel Sheet Cutter?

Rated 5 out of 5 from 1 ratings.

Q: Where can I buy the VEVOR Sheet Metal Shear Throatless Rotary Hand Shear 16 Gauge Mild Steel Sheet Cutter?

2 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, Amazon.

Best price now

$41.90at WalmartChecked Nov 12

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What reviewers say

Owners of throatless hand shears in this class generally report clean cuts on aluminum and thin mild steel and praise the curve-cutting freedom, while noting the effort required and the need to set blade clearance carefully.

What people mention

Cut qualityPraisedOwners say it leaves clean, burr-free edges on aluminum and thin mild steel.
Curved cutsPraisedThe throatless layout lets the work swing freely, so curves and irregular shapes are easy.
EffortCriticisedLong cuts take noticeable arm strength and go slowly compared with a powered shear.
Blade setupMixedSome owners report needing to adjust blade clearance and alignment before cuts come out clean.
Thickness limitCriticisedIt handles thin sheet well but struggles with thicker plate and heavy stainless.

About the VEVOR Sheet Metal Shear Throatless Rotary Hand Shear 16 Gauge Mild Steel Sheet Cutter

This is a manual throatless rotary sheet metal shear for cutting aluminum, copper, stainless steel and low-carbon steel. It makes straight cuts and curves. It handles 16-gauge low-carbon steel, with a maximum cutting thickness of 0.06 in (1.5 mm).

The upper and lower blades are 40Cr steel, heat-treated to HRC52-54 for hardness and wear resistance. The blade gap is under 0.07 mm for smooth, burr-free cuts. Reamed-hole screws reduce wear and gap loosening, and high-strength bolts resist loosening during prolonged use.

The frame and base are Q235 steel, and the weighted base adds stability during use. The extended handle uses leverage to reduce fatigue. A rotating blade makes straight and curved cuts easier.

Model

MMS1

Max thickness

0.06 in / 1.5 mm (Q235 steel)

Cuts

Aluminum, copper, stainless steel, low-carbon steel

Blade material

40Cr, heat-treated to HRC52-54

Upper blade

1.89 x 0.24 in / 48 x 6 mm

Lower blade

2.09 x 0.24 in / 53 x 6 mm