Closing or opening an S-Hook can be tedious without the right tool. The S Hook Pliers with Chain Cutter is the best tool that allows cutting of chain and closing and opening of S-Hooks. Most of the basic requirements of a swing installation can be performed using this tool. Professional playground installers and city maintenance crews will find the S Hook Pliers with Chain Cutter invaluable. The ease and time saved using the tool is reason enough. One leg of the tool is flat for foot leverage.