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Is there a difference between snips and track cutters?
At some time or another, we are all guilty of using terms, phrases or names interchangeably, especially when modelling, but are snips the same tool as track cutters?
The dictionary defines snips simply as a cutting tool, and as such, the word is often used to describe a whole range of different handheld cutting tools. But you should be aware that track cutters are a very specific type of cutting tool with blade profiles and strengths unique to the job at hand.
Once you have already purchased the tool, there's nothing grammatically wrong with referring to them as your favourite pair of snips, however, when looking to purchase a pair, it's probably best to search for a pair using the name 'track cutters' instead!
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