Cross hatching on jaws. Perfectly matted cutter, heat treated to hold its edge. Polished high carbon drop forged steel. CHANNELLOCK BLUE comfort grips. Length 7-1/2"-190mm without side cutter Channellock's Long nose pliers are made of high carbon C1080 steel for superior performance on the job, and an electronic coating for ultimate rust prevention. Only Channellock uses a knife and anvil style cutting edge to ensure perfect mating and superior cutting edge life. Also its laser heat-treated, which last 3 times longer than any other plier.