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stedi MS-104 Single-Edge Model Nipper

Manual tool

Single-edge sprue nipper

For plastic model gates less than 3 mm when a single-edge cut is the preferred working action.

Cutting action: Ultra-thin single edge
Target material: Plastic model gates less than 3 mm
Grip: Matte non-slip finish

$12.90Nov 6, 26, 05:48 PM · New York

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PACKAGE ROLEManual tool

WORKING TASKPlastic sprue removal

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DESCRIPTION

Choose a single-edge action for plastic gates

The MS-104 offers a single-edge approach to removing small plastic parts from their frames. Its heat-hardened, thin blade is paired with compact matte grips, so the useful choice is between this cutting action and the opposing edges of stedi’s MS-100. Both are aimed at model work; neither should be chosen as an unrestricted wire cutter.

The seller describes replaceable springs with weaker and stronger resistance, making spring feel a relevant comparison for repeated assembly work. A blade case is named in the title. The plastic-use limit is less than 3 mm; the separate 3 mm cutting-width entry does not justify extending that boundary. Choose Beaditive’s angled nipper if the direction into a crowded frame is the more important difference.

The selected style is the single-edge beginner version. The color descriptions disagree, so choose this listing for its mechanism and model rather than a guaranteed blue or black finish. The exact allocation of the different spring versions should also be confirmed if a spare spring is essential to the purchase.

MODEL DETAILS

Specifications & included parts

Details for stedi MS-104 Single-Edge Model Nipper
Detail	Product details
Cutting action	Ultra-thin single edge
Target material	Plastic model gates less than 3 mm
Grip	Matte non-slip finish
Spring arrangement	Replaceable; weaker and stronger spring versions described
Nominal length	4.7 in
Handle materials	Plastic and rubber, as listed
Storage accessory	Blade case named in title
Model	MS-104

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Where this model is useful

Single cutting edge for customers who prefer that action to a double-edge nipper.
Replaceable-spring design makes resistance and future spring replacement part of the choice.

Trade-offs to check

Selected style/title says blue, while another color entry says black; finish is not promised.
The description discusses two spring resistances without a sufficiently clear supplied-parts inventory.

What to check before choosing

Gate size

Use the seller’s less-than-3-mm plastic limit; it is not a wire rating.

Spring preference

Confirm the supplied spring version if stronger or weaker return is a deciding factor.

Your questions about this product

How does this differ from the MS-100?

This MS-104 is the single-edge version; the MS-100 has double edges and a stated limit latch. Choose by cutting action and grip rather than handle color.

Would an angled head be more useful in a crowded frame?

The Beaditive angled nipper offers a different approach direction. This listing does not specify an equivalent head angle.

Is this a suitable general wire cutter?

The seller restricts it to plastic model material less than 3 mm. It supplies no wire capacity.