Cutting Tools

Upgrade your siding installation with the Gecko Gauge, the only tool you need for both Hardie® fiber cement and LP® SmartSide® engineered wood siding. Engineered for fast, one-person installation, this professional-grade siding gauge supports full 12-foot Hardie boards and 16-foot LP SmartSide planks helps ensure perfect spacing and level placement every time. With a patent-pending design, the Gecko Gauge allows for adjustable 4”–8” siding reveals, decreasing layout time and increasing efficiency. The locking grip features a protective rubber lining helps to prevent damage to primed or pre-finished siding, making it the go-to tool for contractors and siding professionals.

The original Snapper Shear replacement blade 42253 for SS424 and SS422 shear models. Cuts HardiBacker backerboard up to 1/2” thick. Reversible blades machined from solid tool steel.

The original Snapper Shear replacement blade for SS504, SS404, SS402 and SS204 shear models. Cuts fiber cement siding up to 5/16” thick. Reversible blades machined from solid tool steel.

The PacTool SS204 Snapper Shear fiber cement siding shear combines our famous precision-machined cutting head with a compact 3/8 inch drive motor. While the SS404 is geared toward the professional, the SS204 is a great lower cost alternative for the non-professional audience who is looking to side a few houses. Designed specifically for 5/16 inch fiber cement siding cutting, the solid steel blades are reversible and fully replaceable. Expected life before replacement is 20,000 linear feet, roughly 15 average houses when used appropriately.

The Snapper Shear design actually shears the cement siding rather than cutting it, resulting in an OSHA compatible jobsite, less mess, minimal airborne dust and faster clean-up. This is a corded, 110 volt tool and, when used along with PacTool’s Gecko Gauges (item SA903), is a fast, efficient way to install fiber cement siding. Replacement blades set is item 40253 for straight cuts and 41253 for curved and circle cuts.

Cut Backerboard Indoors. Combining our patented precision engineered shear head with a powerful 6.5 amp motor, the Snapper Shear SS424 powers through fiber-cement backerboard for fast clean cuts. With quiet operation and no airborne dust, it’s the perfect solution for indoor work, plus it beats score & snap methods hands-down. Get the original.

The PacTool SS404 Snapper Shear fiber cement siding shear combines our famous precision-machined cutting head with a powerful 1/2 inch drive motor. Geared toward the professional, the Snapper Shear SS404 effortlessly powers through fiber-cement siding for fast clean cuts with minimal airborne dust. Designed specifically for 5/16 inch fiber cement siding cutting, the solid steel blades are reversible and fully replaceable.

 Expected life before replacement is 20,000 linear feet, roughly 15 average houses when used appropriately. The Snapper Shear design actually shears the cement siding rather than cutting it, resulting in an OSHA compatible jobsite, less mess, minimal airborne dust and faster clean-up. This is a corded, 110 volt tool and, when used along with PacTool’s patented Gecko Gauges (item SA903 or SA902), is a fast, efficient way to install fiber cement siding. Replacement blades set is item 40253 for straight cuts and 41253 for curved and circle cuts.

Introducing the NEW SNAPPER SHEAR PRO! It attaches to any drill motor! You can now cut HardieBacker® cleaner and faster, in ANY SHAPE and ANYWHERE. Cuts 1/4" - 1/2" backer board. Straight, right-angle, and curve cuts. Circle cuts as small as 3" diameter. Reduces airborne silica dust. You can easily cut indoors with less mess and it adjusts for right and left-handed users!

The PacTool SS701 Snapper Shear attaches to any 18-volt or higher cordless drill motor, enabling you to cut 18-gauge galvanized steel, aluminum, and copper. It's cleaner, faster, and minimizes metal chips. The ergonomic universal rotating shear head allows you to cut any shape easily, saves hours, adds convenience, and helps eliminate excess mess on any job site. Detach and replace worn-down tempered steel blades with a new replacement blade to keep the job moving.

The Gecko Gauge Extension Model 90202.12 12 adds 10”, 10-3/4”, and 11-½” reveals to the SA902.

The Gecko Gauge Model SA902A01 is designed for use with James Hardie Artisan™ lap siding. It adjusts for 4”, 6”, and 7” siding reveals. Gauges and supports siding for one-person installation with virtually no layout time. it has a Friction-Cam mechanism for incredible holding power. Constructed of durable aluminum construction. Recommended for primed siding.

The Gecko Gauge - SA902 gauges and supports siding for one-person installation with virtually no layout time. It has the Friction-Cam mechanism for incredible holding power. It is constructed of durable aluminum construction. Recommended for primed siding.

The Gecko Gauge - SA90338 gauges and supports LP siding for one-person installation with nearly no layout time. This gauge is for use with 3/8” thick LP siding products. It is adjustable at 1/4” increments for 4”-8” siding reveals, the Friction-Cam mechanism supports full 16’ LP siding lengths. It won’t scratch or mar pre-painted siding.

The Gecko Gauge Model SA90376 gauges and supports LP siding for one-person installation with practically no layout time. It is used with 7/16” thick LP siding products. It is adjustable at 1/4” increments for 4”-8” siding reveals, Friction-Cam mechanism supports full 16’ LP siding lengths. Additionally, it won’t scratch or mar pre-painted siding.

The Gecko Gauge SA903 supports cement-board siding for one-person installation with nearly no layout time. It is adjustable at 1/4” increments for 4”-8” siding reveals. It won’t scratch or mar pre-painted siding. The Friction-Cam mechanism supports full 12’ cement-board siding lengths. It can be used with 5/16” fiber-cement siding products, including James Hardie’s updated HZ5 series with new “eased” drip-edge profile.

The VA102 Vinyl and Aluminum SnapLock Punch creates secure locking tabs in siding and skirting. Simply use the SnapLock punch to “SnapLock” skirting and siding to finish trim by creating a locking tab in the cut edge of the siding panel. The sliding lock allows for a convenient one-handed operation. The comfort non-slip grips provide a strong grip to help making a punch use less effort

The Shingle Sider - SA908 supports ledger board for one-person shingle installation, eliminates ledger board nailing and vapor barrier penetration. It works with shingle and shake siding roofing at virtually any reveal size.

The Gable Scribe - SA904 easily captures gable angles (0-90°) and transfer to siding. It has sturdy aluminum construction with handy guide-slot for Snapper Shear side knives.

Heavy? Awkward? Bring it On!  - We all know installing panel siding can be a tedious job. It’s big. It’s heavy. That’s all about to change. Introducing the Z-Clamp. The Z-CLAMP makes installing panel siding easier, faster, and safer. It also makes one-person installation a reality.The Z-Clamp  supports many types of panel siding for nailing. Adjusts for all siding and flashing thicknesses and 1/4”, 3/8”, and 1/2” siding to flashing gaps. Durable machined construction.

Replace composition shingles easily and accurately! With its unique offset nail-slot feature, the RoofSnake™ helps you align new nails with the proper one-inch offset from the bottom-edge of your existing course. It also lets you install new shingles without over-bending or striking surrounding shingles (or fingers) with your hammer.