{"product_id":"bench-shear-8-inch-carbon-steel","title":"Bench Shear 8\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 8\" Bench Shear is a sturdy, workhorse cutting tool built for jewelers and metalsmiths who need reliable performance when cutting plate and rod stock. Cutting blades are manufactured from high-temper carbon steel, allowing the shear to cut sheet metal up to 10 gauge (0.100\" \/ 2.6mm) thick. The 8\" blade length accommodates a maximum cut length of approximately 5-3\/4\". A hole in the side of the shear accepts rods up to 3\/8\" in diameter. An adjustable support rod helps hold sheet material in position during cuts, and the extra-long 24\" handle provides the leverage needed to cut through thicker metals with less effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis style of long-handle bench shear excels at quickly cutting smaller pieces of thicker material. While not as dimensionally precise as guillotine-style bench shears, it is a practical and efficient choice for production and shop use. Longer straight cuts on sheet stock require careful technique to achieve clean results.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe shear must be securely mounted to a workbench for proper and safe operation. Mounting requires 4 nuts and bolts, which are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-temper carbon steel cutting blades for durability and edge retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCuts sheet metal up to 10 gauge (0.100\" \/ 2.6mm) thick\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum cut length of approximately 5-3\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSide hole for cutting rod stock up to 3\/8\" in diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable support rod assists in positioning sheet material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtra-long 24\" handle provides increased cutting leverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell-suited for quickly cutting smaller pieces of thicker material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMust be bench-mounted for proper use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlade Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-temper carbon steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaximum Cut Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 5-3\/4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaximum Sheet Capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 gauge (0.100\" \/ 2.6mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaximum Rod Capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\/8\" diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFootprint\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14\" x 5-1\/2\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeight (handle extended)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e34\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNotes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe shear must be securely mounted to a workbench before use — bench mounting is required for safe operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware (4 nuts and bolts) is \u003cstrong\u003enot included\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis long-handle style shear is better suited for cutting smaller pieces of thicker material than for executing long, precision straight cuts on sheet stock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneric instructions for use can be found online by searching for \u003cem\u003ebench shear instructions\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Otto Frei","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43582263853270,"sku":"153.931-8","price":295.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/9832\/0342\/files\/bench-shear-8-otto-frei-1.jpg?v=1719957142","url":"https:\/\/www.ottofrei.com\/products\/bench-shear-8-inch-carbon-steel","provider":"Otto Frei","version":"1.0","type":"link"}