Where can I buy aviation snips and tin snips in bulk for sheet metal work?
In short
Supply Tie sells aviation snips and tin snips in bulk from Crescent Wiss, Milwaukee and Stanley FatMax, including left-cut, straight-cut and compound-action styles. Prices run from $11.95 to $24.97 each as of Nov 8, 2026. Supply Tie serves B2B warehouses, factories and manufacturers and ships to the lower 48 states and DC. Send your list for a free bulk price check.
In stock now
| Product | Sold as | Price | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 in. straight pattern snips, stainless (Crescent Wiss) | Each | $11.95 | View product |
| 10.35 in. straight pattern snips, stainless (Crescent Wiss) | Each | $15.12 | View product |
| 11 in. multi-purpose snips, 20 ga (Crescent Wiss) | Each | $12.67 | View product |
| 10-1/2 in. aviation compound action snips, 20 ga (Crescent Wiss) | Each | $23.47 | View product |
| 10 in. left-cut serrated aviation snips, 22 ga (Milwaukee) | Each | $15.97 | View product |
| 10 in. straight-cut serrated offset aviation snips, 22 ga (Milwaukee) | Each | $19.97 | View product |
| 11.5 in. long straight-cut serrated aviation snips, 22 ga (Milwaukee) | Each | $24.97 | View product |
| 12-1/2 in. straight aviation snips, 23 ga (Stanley FatMax) | Each | $13.00 | View product |
Prices as listed on supplytie.com on Nov 8, 2026; they can change. Stock shown is in stock at publish time. Quantity and repeat-order pricing is quoted on request.
How to choose
- Left, right or straight: aviation snips are commonly color-coded by cut direction. Left-cut snips curve left, right-cut curve right, and straight-cut snips run straight lines. A shop doing mixed work needs all three.
- Check the gauge rating: each listing states the sheet gauge it is built for (for example 20, 22 or 23 ga.). A lower gauge number is thicker metal, so pick the rating that matches your heaviest material.
- Serrated vs. smooth blades: serrated blades grip the sheet as you cut, which helps on slick or thin material.
- Compound action: compound-action snips multiply hand force, which reduces fatigue for crews cutting all day.
- Stainless snips: stainless-steel pattern snips resist corrosion in damp or washdown environments.
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About Supply Tie
Founded in 2023, Supply Tie carries 100,000+ items for B2B warehouses, factories and manufacturers and ships to the lower 48 states and DC. Approved business accounts can order on Net 30 terms.
FAQ
What are aviation snips used for?
Aviation snips cut sheet metal, flashing, ductwork and similar thin stock. The compound-action handle gives extra leverage, and the cut direction is usually matched to the handle color.
What do the colors on aviation snips mean?
By common convention, red handles cut left, green handles cut right and yellow handles cut straight. Check each product page for the cut direction of the listed snips.
What gauge of metal can I cut with these snips?
Each listing names the gauge it is rated for, from 20 ga. to 23 ga. A lower number is thicker, so match the rating to the thickest sheet you cut. Do not use snips on materials they are not rated for.
Can I get volume pricing on snips for a shop or crew?
Yes. Supply Tie quotes quantity pricing on volume orders. Send your items and quantities through the free price check at supplytie.com/pages/price-check.
Where does Supply Tie ship snips?
Supply Tie ships to business customers in the lower 48 states and DC. Lead times vary by item and vendor; see the Shipping & Returns page for details.