Best side-cutting pliers according to redditors
We found 205 Reddit comments discussing the best side-cutting pliers. We ranked the 110 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 205 Reddit comments discussing the best side-cutting pliers. We ranked the 110 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
Vampliers
EDIT: Fixed link
Every shop is an extension of the philosophy of the person using it. As for tools, everyone finds their own level. A friend of mine uses a jigsaw multiple times per day, where I only pull mine out once a week. We make much the same kind of things. I advocate buying inexpensive versions of tools you think might be useful to you. When they prove useful, go ahead and invest in the best version you can afford- it will last for years, if not decades. I'm amazed at how often I use my hardened jaw Knipex nippers:
https://www.amazon.com/7401250SBA-10-Inch-Leverage-Diagonal-Cutters/dp/B000X4MPAQ/ref=sr_1_2?s=power-hand-tools&ie=UTF8&qid=1466548721&sr=1-2&keywords=knipex
Cuts through piano wire all day long and don't dent. Cuts through coat hangar wire (one of my favorite materials on the planet) like it's butter.
Good luck!
Some Klein pliers are designated "heavy duty cutting" models. They have hardened cutting faces and a slightly different placement of the hinge for more leverage.
Here are a couple pairs in the Klein Journeyman line:
http://smile.amazon.com/Klein-J2000-9NE-High-Leverage-Side-Cutting-Pliers-Heavy-Duty/dp/B0000BYDNE
http://smile.amazon.com/Klein-J2000-48-Journeyman-Diagonal-Cutting/dp/B0006M6Y8O
And the same tools in the standard line without the fancier hand grips:
http://smile.amazon.com/Klein-D2000-9NE-High-Leverage-Side-Cutting-Pliers-Heavy-Duty/dp/B0031ERRNU
http://smile.amazon.com/Klein-D2000-48-High-Leverage-Diagonal-Cutting-Pliers-Angled/dp/B0000302WZ
a) Make sure you put the lens in manual focus so you disengage any auto-focusing gears. You don't want to put any stress on them, since those gears are sometimes made of plastic. Hold the lens by the body and the focusing ring to prevent it from moving while you torque the filter.
b) If you feel the glass will break and cut you, break away the filter glass and remove it first (you can tap at it with the back end of a screw driver carefully). Use a can of compressed air to blow away any remaining glass particles from the face of the lens. You can use a simple tool like this to avoid having to use your hands while removing the filter ring. It can exert more torque than you can by using your hands alone.
c) If the filter is really stuck, then once the broken glass is removed, use a small cutting plier to put a cut in the ring to disengage it. You should be able to take it off easily then.
d) Most lenses are surprisingly hardy and can take a good beating, so test the lens for functionality. Check to make sure that all diaphragm blades open and close at all apertures and zoom positions, as well as the auto focus at all positions.
Source: I've done this once or twice.
EDIT: Klein has a lifetime warranty. Take those dykes to Home Depot and exchange them.
Looks like you have Klein's cheapest model of dykes. These dykes are for COPPER ONLY. As such, these dykes often come in apprentice packs that work out to about $12 a tool.
Sets like this:
https://www.amazon.com/Apprentice-Professionals-Klein-Tools-92906/dp/B004EKONLY/ref=pd_sbs_469_22?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B004EKONLY&pd_rd_r=614MR61121B3HCN1PZD5&pd_rd_w=VVUEB&pd_rd_wg=4xZ76&psc=1&refRID=614MR61121B3HCN1PZD5
Professional grade dykes can be had from both Klein:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000302WZ/ref=emc_b_5_i
And Knipex:
https://www.amazon.com/Knipex-7401200SBA-Leverage-Diagonal-Cutters/dp/B000X4OFUE/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1525112679&sr=8-3&keywords=Knipex+diagonal
Former electrician
Tried actual nail pulling pliers yet?
Crescent 11" Nail Puller Pliers - NP11 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008NM6VAA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_.DKTDb5M86TSZ
Or a more traditional carpenters nail pulling pliers
Channellock 358 8-Inch End Cutting Plier https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00004SBD8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_jFKTDbTNNG38H
The latter choice tends to cut smaller nails when you grip them too hard, but then they end up being easier to set. Be advised to slide some thin wood or metal under the side of the plier to protect your floor while you extract.
Always wear a mask. Even if it does not have asbestos, gypsum dust in not good for the lungs.
I know that diagonal cutters do not cut perfectly flush. Get a good pair of high leverage pliers, and cut as close as possible. Once the sheetrock goes up on the wall, the little pieces of wire will be hidden forever:
https://www.amazon.com/7401250SBA-10-Inch-Leverage-Diagonal-Cutters/dp/B000X4MPAQ
Tell brother to take a mega boatload of pictures, please. This is an important time in your family's life, and deserves to be documented.
Never a fan of knives as I can never use them with gloves on. Some guys carry a gerber or leatherman but that is more for convenience.I carry channellock cable cutters for getting myself out of an entanglement.
As for lights, I have a streamlight survivor LED that I love. I got the battery one and just leave it on my coat.
For the ones that don't go in all the way, I use my end snips to cut the nail off as close as possible to the wood, then drive that last little bit with the nail set and medium force and fast hammer blows.
Your nail gun may have a depth adjustment, and or you may be able to up the pressure on the compressor---also, as steven fong suggests, your pressure may be getting low, right before the compressor kicks back on to refill and that low point isn't enough pressure to drive the nail. Some compressor have, but most small ones don't, an adjustment to turning up the low setting on the tank pressure.
Sometimes, even when all other conditions are set right, a nail will just slow down on a particularly hard part of the wood, or an unseen knot, and there's nothing you can do about that, or avoiding it, you just have to deal with the setting of the occasional one that happens like that.
Snap on sells knipex pliers, dykes, etc. If you don't own any knipex stuff, it's great.
My person favorites are these:
https://www.amazon.com/7401250SBA-10-Inch-Leverage-Diagonal-Cutters/dp/B000X4MPAQ
https://www.amazon.com/KNIPEX-Tools-00-20-US1/dp/B000X4KNTG/ref=sr_1_5?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1526243314&sr=1-5&keywords=knipex+plier+set
Snapon sells these with their logo on them, I've worn a few sets of the pliers out, the dykes I generally lose before I wear them out.... They are great for cutting through shift cables and doing drum brake work.
End cutting nippers.
https://smile.amazon.com/Channellock-357-Technology-High-Leverage-Heat-Treated/dp/B0000BYDYD/ref=pd_aw_sim_469_3/136-9586971-9204028?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B0000BYDYD&pd_rd_r=cade944d-ade7-4ecc-9c22-4f67ce273962&pd_rd_w=3g1LZ&pd_rd_wg=i4xzF&pf_rd_p=6329818b-951a-4e75-9070-7e13e9f9f308&pf_rd_r=2C4YP5SXYZ1EH4M3E2ZE&psc=1&refRID=2C4YP5SXYZ1EH4M3E2ZE
I never post links, so I hope that works, but a tool like this is perfect for pulling electrical staples, and if you're removing more than 10, I believe you'll be infinitely happier that you're using these as opposed to any other style of pliers.
I'm also into Gundam models and I went through the same thing a while back.. I probably tried a dozen types of side cutters until I found ones that work. The problem is many of the jewelers cutters don't have a straight edge, since they are designed to cut metal. So even if the edge of the blade is flush with the piece you cut, you still get end up with some plastic attached.
These are by FAR the best ones I've found: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B002SZVE8M/
The blades are very sharp, and they're small enough to get into tight spaces. I would suggest you order a couple pairs. These even blow away the Tamiya cutters you posted (I bought those too and they sit in a drawer unused).
Note that regardless of how close you get the cut, you will still need to cut / file away the extra plastic bit on the piece. I use an x-acto knife with the following blades: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00006ICJV
Then use a series of finer files to get the piece smooth.
I don't understand the hate. A pair of wire cutters makes zip ties a non issue.
https://www.amazon.com/VISE-GRIP-Diagonal-Cutting-Pliers-2078306/dp/B000A0S4YO/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1537492810&sr=1-4&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=wire+cutters&dpPl=1&dpID=31PWh%2Bq578L&ref=plSrch
That style if anyone was wondering. Sorry for the shotty link I'm on mobile.
It's clean, but my God, this guy needs a flush cutting side cutter!
Just saw these on Amazon today, very interested in getting a pair for myself. Capri Tools 9" Linesman pliers forged in Japan $18.00 Prime https://www.amazon.com/Capri-Tools-Leverage-Combination-Crimper/dp/B077BVW8T2/
get a dedicated pair of flush side cutters like this
NEVER use them on metal, make this pair only for plastic. you will always have a nice clean cutting edge for everything from removing supports to snipping filament
also get a long thin needle nose pliers, again plastic only
then maybe a pin vise and a cheap set of drill bits if you do a lot of functional prints for cleaning out bolt/pin holes quicker.
For the next time you have to deal with staples. Channellock 358 8-Inch End Cutting Plier https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00004SBD8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_CR71Ab3H75810
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Are they something like this one?
https://www.amazon.com/Eurotool-XTL-0048-Cutter-Pliers-Jewelry/dp/B002SZVE8M/
Screwdrivers: pick up some Klein stuff. #1 and #2 Phillips, plus a few standard flat blades. Get 1 stubby #2 Philips and 1 stubby medium sized standard flat screwdriver. This would be a great set and it's basically what I have.
A couple adjustable wrenches of different sizes.
Some Channellock or Knippex pliers (a few different styles. At least 1 should be needlenose and at least one should be a larger pipe-wrench type.)
A couple Greenies.
Some Xcelite diagonal cutters in a couple different sizes. I also like this particular Irwin set of diagonal cutters. Great for zip ties and cutting cable. I throw one of those Irwin ones in some of my kits too (like my BNC kit has a set of strippers and crimpers plus one of those for cutting the cable and cutting back the braided shield.) It's the perfect multi-purposed size and it takes a lot of abuse. I get smaller Xcelite stuff for fine work on the bench.
A good pair of wire strippers that can do smaller gauge stuff (20-30 gauge stranded.) Get 2 or 3.
A decent utility knife. I just bought a new one, a Stanley 10-788, to replace one that broke. Don't buy one of those it's a piece of shit. Have to use my swiss army knife to depress the lever enough to get into the blade storage. Garbage. I'll be buying another one soon.
For soldering, word is Weller's quality has gone downhill. I don't know. Mine is about 10 years old and has been completely rock solid. Might want to do some research.
Some wire brushes (use 'em all the time on exploded batteries in remotes, sadly.)
One of those BNC removing tools if you don't have one.
Decent hammer and rubber mallet.
A basic level.
Fluke multimeter (toward the lower end of their range is all you need. Don't need precision, just need continuity and basic voltage check for checking power supply rails etc.)
Decent 30' measuring tape.
Decent set of Hex keys.
Socket set. Any Joe Blow set from Home Depot will do.
Cordless drill (I like the M18 hammer drill from Milwaukee if you can just have one, it's a bit on the big side but can handle everything from attaching TV mounts into brick to removing screws from equipment cases.)
Dremel (comes in handy in many last resort "oh shit moments.") Get some extra metal cutting wheels you'll use those a lot.
Wiha set of micro screw drivers for repair. They sell like 8 and 10 piece sets that handle most of your needs. Go Wiha or Klein or something for your screwdrivers (hear Wera is good too.) Don't cheap out you will use the hell out of them.
I have one of these literally just lives on my bench and I like it a lot, along with a decent #2 Philips I have there, it handles 90% of my screwdriver needs without me needing to go to the tool box.
Don't forget yourself get a GOOD set of hearing and eye protection!
Also buy a cheap dollar screwdriver or 2 in the common sizes and let people borrow (and lose) those, keep the good stuff to yourself. (And a cheap tape measure. Those 2 things get borrowed from me the most.
Edit: added more.
This is the one I have that is really great but it's essentially the same tool as in that Amazon link and the OP, leverage wise at least. The mechanism is a bit different so this one has a bit more surface area for gripping nails but I assume that other one works similarly well, and is way better than nippers/snips like this which are the things I always have on my tool belt and often use for cutting and pulling smaller nails.
Anything small like this will work, of course you'll need a new pin.
https://www.amazon.com/iExcell-Diagonal-Cutting-Nippers-Chrome-Vanadium/dp/B076XYVS6Y/ref=sr_1_27
I couldn't find the exact name of the tool, but I did find this
Linesman
I have both of these Klein diagonal cutters
Angled
Straight
Needle Nose
11 in 1
Strippers
Too lazy to do the rest but I’m sure you could figure it out lol
These? https://smile.amazon.com/Knipex-7401200SBA-Leverage-Diagonal-Cutters/dp/B000X4OFUE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1518988735&sr=8-1&keywords=knipex+dykes
Prefer the standard or the comfort grip?
Homedepot, Lowes, Amazon.... both brands are common enough that you could find them in most hardware stores.
Prepare to be overwhelmed, there are many many different specialized forms that wire cutters can take. I like keeping a pair of "end cutters" in my tool pouch, but the best cutter for your needs might take a different form.
Kleins, about $40. Channellocks about $20.
Rayley Electrical Cutting Plier Wire Cable Cutter Side Snips Flush Pliers Tool 170 Flush Cutter Internal Spring Cutting Pliers Small Wire Cutters Running pliers https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071R2M513/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_uY8WCbQH8KG7K
These work pretty well for me.
https://www.amazon.com/7401250SBA-10-Inch-Leverage-Diagonal-Cutters/dp/B000X4MPAQ
I think these are the same.
A set of diagonals work far better at cutting zip ties.
Nah, you don't want to use a tensioner, the tie will be too tight and could damage the insulation or shielding. What I use are flush cutters, they cut the tail right up against the body of the wire tie.
"Dikes". Believe it or not, those are diagonal cutters.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diagonal_pliers
Look under "jargon".
Also, as an aside, if you want high quality "channel locks" look no further than a German brand called Knipex (pronounced Kinnepex). I'm partial to the push button Cobra plier, but the more traditional "water pump plier" is also excellent. They cost a lot more than Channel Lock, but they have excellent leverage and really tough jaws that are narrow enough to fit into spaces other brands can't reach.
They also make a tool called the Pliers Wrench that replaces your adjustable crescent wrench and doesn't slip, need constant adjustment or round off corners.
Finally, their high leverage "dikes" get extremely high ratings.
Sorry to sidetrack you with a sales pitch, but I got excited when I read that you were starting to shop for better tools. If I had known about this brand ten years ago, I would have bought them first instead of wasting my money on cheaper tools.
I've been using this style for the last 20 years. Although they are 8" (not sure if that will work for you). I like them because you can cut most screws and nails including the ascr wire in utility lines.
https://www.amazon.com/Klein-Tools-D2000-48-High-Leverage-Diagonal-Cutting/dp/B0000302WZ
Here are some links. Most of these are things that if someone had, they wouldn't mind having doubles or whatever. Most of them I own or have used and liked. Many of them can be found at big box stores but all of these should contain brand and picture..
Like, the utility knife is a particular one that is really nice, both brand and style. Super handy for cutting thick insulation.
http://www.amazon.com/DEWALT-DWHT10045-Single-Blade-Snap-Off/dp/B0051QIA3C
Can't go wrong with knipex cutters. Anything knipex is pretty good. Without knowing more details on what they are into, this is a decent all rounder.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000X4MPAQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?qid=1418895942&sr=8-2&dpPl=1&dpID=31TAs95wNXL&ref=plSrch&pi=AC_SX200_QL40
Things always need oiling. Hinges and ball bearings and stuff.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000KKHNU0
(Plus)
http://www.amazon.com/Liquid-Kroil-Penetrating-Lube-Aerosol/dp/B00EINDJSU/
One screwdriver that serves many functions in one small, cheap package:
http://www.lowes.com/pd_170991-86580-SF14_4294857608__?productId=1221941
A tape measure that has the decimal / fractional written on it. I can read a normal one, but I find work with my Lufkin more accurate and less transposed bits.
http://www.amazon.com/Lufkin-QRL625MP-Vertical-1-Inch-25-Feet/dp/B004R1JPEA/
Ball end metric allen wrenches with screwdriver handles. They make many sets ( standard, etc)
http://www.amazon.com/Bondhus-10687-Balldriver-Screwdrivers-ProGuard/dp/B0006O4ADI
These clamps are decent and cheap for both woodworking and metalworking. Irwin is a nice namebrand but it's a lot more money for just a clamp.
http://www.harborfreight.com/hand-tools/clamps/11-inch-swivel-pad-lock-grip-pliers-39535.html
Metalworking with flat stock.. you often have some holes that need to be drilled from a template to a thing. These center in the hole and transfer the marks. (Using the clamp helps too)
http://www.harborfreight.com/28-piece-transfer-punch-set-3577.html
Good quality headlamp with a red mode. I like the red mode for outdoorsy things. Non red mode lamp people are jerks when they turn and talk at you and blow your night vision.
http://www.rei.com/product/866955/petzl-tactikka-plus-headlamp
Here is the desktop version of your link
I am weighing getting a full channel lock vs knippex pliers set. Granted knippex has some tools like the cobras that channel lock does not and vise versa. But for the pliers that are equivalent the knippex is twice the price. Here is an example.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000X4OFUE/ref=pd_aw_sims_3?pi=SL500_SS115&simLd=1
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00004SBDD/ref=pd_aw_sims_3?pi=SS115&simLd=1
Is the knippex twice as good? Is it worth the money?
Depends solely on the tool. I'm not tool band loyal
These tools are the ones I carry on me and use most of the time :
T-handle hex : Klein
Nut drivers : Klein Tools 647 Cushion-Grip Nut Driver Set with 6-Inch Shanks (7-Piece)
Ratcheting wrenches : GearWrench 9509 13-Piece SAE Reversible Combination Ratcheting Wrench Set hard to beat for the price)
Screwdriver pry bar set: Mayhew 61355 Dominator Screwdriver Pry Bar Set, Curved, 3-Piece
Adjustable wrenches: Klein Tools D50710 Adjustable Wrench with Extra Capactity, 10-Inch and Knipex
Diagonal cutters: Knipex 7401200SBA 8-Inch High Leverage Diagonal Cutters
Pliers: Knipex 8701180 7-1/4-Inch Cobra Pliers
Ball peen hammer : Stanley Proto J1316AVP Antivibe Ball Pein Hammer, 16-Ounce
And I carry them all in my veto bag
Harbor freight: toolbox , punches, and allen set
Tools are a personal thing but his dikes are kind of a joke. This is the one I use and hopefully won't lose like the red handled ones I used to get.
[Channellock 358 8-Inch End Cutting Plier] (https://www.amazon.com/Channellock-358-8-Inch-Cutting-Plier/dp/B00004SBD8)
there are tiny snips designed expressly for this purpose, they’re not expensive either.
example: Rayley Electrical Cutting Plier Wire Cable Cutter Side Snips Flush Pliers Tool 170 Flush Cutter Internal Spring Cutting Pliers Small Wire Cutters Running pliers https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071R2M513/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_yJYYDbJRPJ7DT
you can try to rough up the surface of the solder with some fine grit sandpaper or a small file.
Ask the current owner if they will leave the TV mount for you, you can even offer to pay/buy them another one if they decline. With that already in place you could probably lift it yourself, if you get an LED LCD, or find someone to help lift it, no skills required.
Speakers are incredibly easy to hookup, you just cut wire to length, pull the two ends apart a bit, strip the ends, stick it in the holes, and tighten. A youtube video and a few practice strips will make it a breeze in no time even if you've never used tools. You'll need these wire cutters, and optionally these auto-strippers, and some wire.
As far as your setup goes you could get the following, or anything similar:
TV $785 - 50" Samsung LED
Receiver $310 - Denon AVR1913
Subwoofer $280 - Newegg has the Klipsch RW-12D for $280 until 5/22.
L/R speakers ~$300- Polk or Pioneer towers from Newegg
Center ~$150- A matching Polk or Pioneer center from Newegg
Surrounds - none yet; the wiring would require some drilling to conceal, if you have a crawl space going under the floor would probably be your best bet.
Adjust as needed to fit your budget or to get any features you want; pushing closer to $2000 and installing it yourself would be best.
EDIT: I forgot to add that tower speakers just stand on the floor, no mounting required. The center channel will just sit on the top shelf of whatever entertainment center you have under the TV, put it flush with the front edge of that. You will also need a single RCA cable to connect the subwoofer to the receiver, you may have one already, any RCA cable will work, or you can buy a 10ft+ one for ~$8.
Although it looks like a scalpel, it is actually a hobby knife it has replaceable blades and everything. It is actually recommended for hobby purposes.
I'm going with Swann A) because it's made in the UK. B) I haven't had much luck with blades that are held in place by screwing them down and these have a different way of attaching the blades.
I did order some Tamiya side snips though.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B004C441D2/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Yup. These are end cutting pliers I bought for the same task. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0000BYDYD
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Husband found “frame folding pliers” on amazon!
I just bought this utility knife last week and i [explitive] love the thing.
I bought these knippers and this rivet setter for rivets.
Get yourself a pair of these for the next time you need to fight with those pesky zip ties. Those ties won't even know what got em.
Cutter
Better yet, use a pair of these.
I’ve learned to stay away from all-in-one tools— they tend not to do anything really well.
I’ve had a few wire cutters and this Stanley model is the one I like best.
If only they sold the North American lineman's as well and not just under the Irwin/NWS rebrand like these
I think its way better than the xuron and tamiya ones that I own these two:
xuron
tamiya
Correct me if I'm wrong, but I noticed a glaring omission from your coffers.
Lineman's pliers, I'd recommend these Channellock's, or if you have a few dollars more their Code Blue line. They also have models with fishtape pullers if you need them.
Other things you could probably use are a good pair of wire nips. You won't find a better value than these Hakkos, A non-marring hammer/deadblow hammer is quite handy to have around. A pair of needlenose pliers. A variety of precision screwdrivers or an encompassing bit set, I like this Tekton Everybit set (confession, mine was a gift from Tekton rather recently but it is still an honest opinion)..
And where are your safety glasses, hmm?
BTW That is a nice selection of tools, this isn't really criticism, just trying to think of things you might find useful that you don't already have...
They make both kinds. I've never understood why they would make the ones that won't cut steel. The price doesn't seem much different.
https://www.amazon.com/Klein-Tools-J2000-48-Journeyman-Diagonal/dp/B0006M6Y8O/ref=sr_1_4?srs=2594917011&ie=UTF8&qid=1511797377&sr=8-4&keywords=journeyman
https://www.amazon.com/Klein-Tools-J248-8-Journeyman-Leverage/dp/B000CRY52A/ref=sr_1_5?srs=2594917011&ie=UTF8&qid=1511797377&sr=8-5&keywords=journeyman
I'm guessing these vampliers are more of a specialist version of these pliers or would you consider an outright replacement of the snapon?
I highly recommend these
I was using an xacto knife for a couple kits and I broke pieces. This makes cutting off pieces painless and removes the worry of breaking pieces. For cars, you will also need some clear plastic cement for attaching pieces, and tweezers for putting small parts on in the right spot, also for applying decals.
A hammer crimper will do the trick. They aren’t exactly pretty but the most expensive one is still cheaper than a off shore hydraulic crimper. I personally have a hydraulic crimper but I work as an installer part time. As for stripping/cutting I use a channellock cable cutter, it goes through 0 AWG like a hot knife through butter. For stripping I close the cutter on the wire sheath and spin it around the wire. Not enough to actually cut through the entirety of the insulation but enough to score it 2/3rds to 3/4ths of the way trough and then pull. It takes a little practice to not cut to far in and cut a bunch of the strands of copper. A razor blade and a steady hand can also be used with great success.
Recently heard about a brand called Capri, I think they started out making pneumatic stuff and now they're into hand tools too, a pair of their combination pliers (basically just linesmans but with a spot for tightening nuts) will only run you about $25 on amazon and they seem to be decent quality from what I've heard. Might be a good backup pair. They supposedly have very nice cutters too.
Capri Tools Klinge 9-inch High Leverage Combination Pliers and Crimper https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077BVW8T2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_3jaXAbKTBZV0V
They are just normal side cuts.
https://www.amazon.com/VISE-GRIP-Diagonal-Cutting-Pliers-2078306/dp/B000A0S4YO/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=side+cuts&qid=1568687664&sr=8-4
I find that i usually have the best access from underneath but usually you have to remove some plastic panels to get at things.
I looked and it appears I was mistaken, there is no special tool to remove them as they are a one time use item. The special tool is to install them.
A little more research and it appears that a lot of boot replacement kits have zip ties instead. Who knew?
I've got a pair of irwin linesman, that are apparently rebranded NWS. I love them. Better than any Klein in my opinion.
https://www.amazon.ca/Vise-Grip-High-Leverage-Linemans-Crimper-1902416/dp/B00N3VSYB0/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1538328850&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=Irwin+linesman&dpPl=1&dpID=416khy-y0DL&ref=plSrch
I swear by these.
When you bodge the inside, you can always try bodging the outside.
Had good luck with these, plus the usual suspects, heat, penetrating oil.
https://www.amazon.com/Vampire-Professional-Tools-International-VMPVT-001-8/dp/B00LMOAYR2
This is what Im trying to decide.
I owned these http://www.homedepot.com/p/Klein-Tools-9-in-High-Leverage-Side-Cutting-Pliers-with-Crimping-Die-D213-9NECRSEN/100352060 and these http://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee-9-in-High-Leverage-Lineman-s-Pliers-with-Crimper-48-22-6100/205652185
Both went to shit pretty quickly.
Now Im debating between these 3
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0026TFRQ0/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00N3VSYB0/ref=ox_sc_act_title_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER
https://www.amazon.com/09-12-240-SBA-Ultra-High/dp/B01MRXM321/ref=sr_1_19?s=power-hand-tools&ie=UTF8&qid=1496796845&sr=1-19&keywords=knipex%2Bpliers&th=1
I'd try to cut the keychain off with a small pair of wire nippers
Good luck
I used a pair of side cut wire cutters and they did a great job, nice and clean. Similar to this
I'm a complete beginner. I just bought a RX-78 (2015) MG and I have a Metal Gear Rex coming in September.
I don't have any tools.
I googled a guide and they said to get the Tamiya Side Cutter Number 35. How badly is this needed? Can I get by with Tamiya 74093 Modelers Side Cutter Alpha (https://www.amazon.ca/Tamiya-74093-Modelers-Cutter-japan/dp/B004C441D2/ref=sr_1_4?s=toys&ie=UTF8&qid=1500164031&sr=1-4&keywords=tamiya+cutter)
The issue is that I am in Canada. After about 15 minutes of googling, my cheapest/best bets is to eBay a Tamiya 35 or get this cheaper Tamiya Alpha off Amazon.ca
Second question, how badly is the self healing cutting mat required? I can get a 12X18" cheap but that feels kinda small yeah?
Also alternatives to GUNDAM Markers? Amazon.ca wants $12 USD for a pack of 5 by CREOS or whatever.
Thank you!
Forget all that, get this:
VAMPLIERS. World's Best Pliers. 8" Pro Lineman's Screw Extraction Pliers. Specialty Screw Extractions Pliers. Extract Stripped Stuck Security, Corroded or Rusted Screws/Nuts/Bolts https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LMOAYR2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_l-yNBb6XYKBG9
Proven as one of my most important tool in my collection. Saved me so many times... they come in different sizes
Looking at the clearance of the pictured staple, a regular set of pliers will probably work.
If for some reason you need to lever the staple out, get a shim whose width is about the same as the height of the staples. Slide the shim next to one leg of the staple. Grab that leg, lean the pliers on the shim, and lever it out. Repeat on other side if necessary.
If you are looking for a reason/excuse to buy a new tool, try an End Nipper. These have large rounded cheeks that work as the fulcrum of the lever.
will yours pop right thru 1/4" all thread?
because these will all day https://www.amazon.com/7401250SBA-10-Inch-Leverage-Diagonal-Cutters/dp/B000X4MPAQ/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1478499990&sr=8-2&keywords=knipex+diagonal+cutters
trust me
edit:wow that sounded dickish
but its true and super useful
Or use these http://www.amazon.com/Klein-J2000-48-Journeyman-Diagonal-Cutting/dp/B0006M6Y8O/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1414020860&sr=8-3&keywords=klein+dyke
To cut that cleanly without the wire getting unstranded you need one of these. Dont use snips because youll damage them. You can alternatively use a pair of linesman pliers or dykes in a pinch but yeah..they wont cut clean and.theres a tool for that. There may be cheaper options out there, i just listed one.