The straight, pointed (side/nose) pliers are made of high quality stainless steel. This is a durable and precise tool with a sharp cutting surface (1.8cm). The special blade design makes the pliers excellent for shortening and cutting ingrown toenails. The model is equipped with a double protected mechanism primavera. The instrument can be sterilized in an autoclave. The forceps are specially recommended for use in cosmetic and podiatric procedures