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Handy for anyone who keeps losing pliers mid-project or needs a set stashed in multiple toolboxes, since this pack gives you six 6.5-inch wire cutters instead of just one. At $24.64, that's about $5 off the $29.69 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Handles non-insulated terminals from 20 to 10 AWG, which covers most common automotive and electrical wiring work, and the ratcheting mechanism ensures a full crimp before the jaws release. At $14, that's about $2 off the $16 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

This snap-off blade knife suits anyone doing regular box-cutting or utility work, since you get a fresh sharp edge just by snapping off the dull tip instead of replacing the whole blade. At $10.90, that's about $2.91 (21%) off the $13.81 list price at Walmart. Buy Now at Walmart

Designed for cutting and shaping concrete reinforcement wire, masonry ties, and similar hard materials, these nippers are a practical addition to any masonry or concrete work toolkit where standard wire cutters won't hold up. Buy Now at Home Depot

Useful for cutting nails, staples, or wire flush to a surface, which is the kind of work where standard side-cutters don't give you the angle you need. Buy Now at Home Depot

Stripping wire by hand gets tedious fast if you're salvaging copper or working through a big spool, and this hand-crank tool speeds that up without any power source needed. It's $8 off the list price, currently $29.99. Buy Now at Amazon

Handy for anyone doing precision metalworking, this straight flute reamer cleans up drilled holes to an exact 1/4" diameter for a proper fit with dowels, pins, or bushings. Buy Now at Amazon

Handy for plumbers or DIYers who need to cut copper, aluminum, or thin-wall conduit tubing cleanly without a saw, the quick-acting mechanism lets you open and close the cutter faster than a standard ratcheting model. Buy Now at Home Depot

Handy for keeping glass shower doors streak-free after each use, and at $10, that's roughly $9 off the $19 list price. Buy Now at Walmart

Anyone working with heavy electrical or communication cable will appreciate this cutter's ability to slice through thick cable without hand fatigue from manual cutters, and the Nuron battery platform means it shares power packs with other Hilti tools you might already own. Buy Now at Home Depot

Deli's 8" bypass pruning shears are a solid tool for trimming live branches and green stems, using a scissor-style cutting action that's easier on plants than anvil-style pruners. At $8, that's $2 off the $10 list price. Buy Now at Walmart

Precise cuts on paper, mats, or film are easier with the 30-degree blade angle, which suits crafters and anyone doing detail work rather than heavy-duty box cutting; it's currently $2.26 (22%) off the $10.33 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Update: The price has dropped to $297.77 since this was originally published.

Metal fabricators or hobbyists cutting sheet metal by hand will get the most use out of this, since a manual shear lets you make straight cuts without the noise or cost of a powered setup. It's priced at $301, which is $39 (about 11%) off the $340 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Snipping small stems and deadheading flowers gets a lot easier with the narrow, pointed blades on these, since they can get into tight spots that standard shears can't reach. Anyone tending container gardens or detail-heavy pruning work will find them more precise than a bulkier pair. Buy Now at Home Depot

Handy for anyone who does regular box-cutting, drywall scoring, or general shop work, this set includes 13 replacement blades so you're not scrambling for spares mid-project. At $13, it's $12 off the $25 list price. Buy Now at Walmart

Useful for anyone building vinyl fence panels from scratch, this notcher cuts the slots needed to fit pickets into rails cleanly without scoring or cracking the material. Buy Now at Amazon

Handy for keeping glass shower doors streak-free after each use, and at $13, that's $11 off the $24 list price. Buy Now at Walmart

Handy for anyone laying down floor protection or breaking down cardboard regularly, this multi cutter's safety blade design helps prevent accidental cuts during repetitive use. It's currently $4.91 (about 34%) off the $14.48 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Offset snips put the blade offset from your hand so you can cut sheet metal, vinyl, or rubber without your knuckles dragging along the material, and the left-cut orientation is for curves and shapes that curve to the left. At $17, that's 44% off the $30 list price. Buy Now at Walmart