This is our favorite all-around shear. A perfect compromise, it combines most of the strength of the standard shear. If the majority of your cuts are small to medium and your hands are not too big, you may find this is the tool for you This is our favorite all-around shear. A perfect compromise, it combines most of the strength of the standard shear. If the majority of your cuts are small to medium and your hands are not too big, you may find this is the tool for you