Foot Shears for Sale – New & Used Stomp Shears for Sheet Metal
At Sterling Machinery Exchange, we sell new and used foot shears — also known as stomp shears — designed for cutting thin sheet metal with precision and ease. Operated manually by foot pedal, these shears offer dependable control for small fabrication shops, schools, and HVAC facilities. Our foot shears are perfect for light-gauge materials such as 20 gauge, 18 gauge, and 16 gauge sheet metal.
Applications of Foot Shears
• Sheet Metal Fabrication: Easily cut mild steel, aluminum, and stainless sheet
• HVAC and Duct Work: Perfect for trimming galvanized sheet metal and fittings
• Educational Use: Simple and safe operation for training environments
• Prototyping and Maintenance Shops: Quick, accurate cuts without electricity
Benefits of a Foot Shear
• Manual Operation: No power required — ideal for small or mobile shops
• Clean, Precise Cuts: Reduces burrs and distortion on thin sheet
• Compact and Low Maintenance: Simple design for reliable performance
• Quiet and Efficient: No motors, hydraulics, or air required
Buy or Trade a Foot Shear
Sterling Machinery has specialized in sheet metal machinery since 1954. We sell new and used stomp shears from trusted brands like Baileigh, GMC, Tin Knocker, and Birmingham. Whether you need a small bench model or a full-size floor shear, we can help. We also buy and trade used foot shears for shops upgrading equipment.


