Designed to handle emergencies, this versatile tool effortlessly cuts through lines of various types, including braid and mono, with a maximum strength of 600 pounds. Its curved design ensures both ease of cutting and safety. The concave sides and strap slots on the handle are there so the cutter can be easily mounted to a pole. Whether you?e diving, spear fishing, or engaged in regular fishing activities, the Maritec Emergency Line Cutter proves invaluable when you require swift action. Make it an essential part of your backup safety gear whenever you venture out onto the water.