"This bench-mounted tool is actually two tools in one. Not only does it assemble Barb-Tite hose ends, its is also a hose cutter. To cut your hose, simply retract " "the handle, place the hose in the cutter area and pull the handle. After cutting the hose to the desired length, place the hose under the cam handle locking it " " in place with the hose end aligned with the appropriate mark on the label. Place the barbed end of the fitting against the end of the hose and then pull the " "handle forward to complete the installation. The T-201 Assembly Tool is an easy-to-use tool that does everything you need to create a hose assembly. " Note: This tool is designed to cut fiber-reinforced rubber hose only.