In the cutting position, the upper blade of the right hand aviation snips is on the cutter's right.

• A. Yes
• B. No
• C. Not sure
• D. Sometimes

Answer: (A)

Right-hand aviation snips are designed so that, in the cutting position, the upper blade sits on the cutter’s right. This placement aligns the cutting edge with the natural motion of a right-handed worker, allowing you to push the snips along the line with better control and a cleaner cut. It also helps prevent binding and keeps the blade path clear as you guide the cut, especially when making curved cuts to the right. If you used left-hand snips, the upper blade would be on the left, which is why this orientation is specific to the right-hand type.