Stripping Knife With guide shoe. Ratchet function: easy cutting even for a variety of cable sheaths;Versitile blade with three cutting areas for round and lenghtwise cuts;Guide shoe protects the conductor insulation underthe cable sheath;Cuts very hard or tough plastic sheaths up to 7 mm wall thickness;Sickle-shaped, replaceable hook blade can be folded for safe transport;Blade with four positions: folded, straight, angled and ratcheting;Three-stage blade lock for safe handling and transport;Ergonomically designed, comfortable handle;Integrated tether attachment point for use with KNIPEX Tethered Tool System