This cutter is for the professional plumber, irrigation or pool/spa professional who requires top quality tools for his/her work. This tool is made from the highest quality materials ensuring that it will last and will do the job it has been bought for. It has a large capacity 2" (50.8 mm) inch jaw that will outperform most other PVC cutters. It has a hardened stainless-steel cutting blade, made from heavy-grade steel construction, with a corrosion-resistant finish. The cutter has wide hooked-jaws which holds a large pipe securely in position for safer and cleaner cuts, complete with a ratcheting mechanism. This cutter represents excellent value which will save you time and effort. Perfect cutting tool for the professional tradesmen. Heavy-duty, steel construction with replaceable stainless steel blades.