Klein Tools K12035 Klein-Kurve Wire Cutters, Made in USA, Heavy Duty Wire Stripping Tool

I’ve heard varying opinions on this product but finally decided to buy it. This has been without a doubt the best quality purchase I’ve made as an electrician in the past year. It’s comfortable in the hand, able to strip insulation easily and cleanly, and the thick “lineman side” of the pliers has a great grip. It’s not much larger than normal strippers either.Before I’d use strippers and lineman’s pliers for each make up and this slowed me down drastically. Now, I just use this to strip and twist my wires for a faster box makeup.My only critique was there was no lock available to keep the pliers closed in my pouch but I cut the spring out and it works like a charm.

Comfortable, sharp cutting and stripping edges, duck bill end is great for pulling wire, Kline quality. Works like it should with big comfortable handles for all day use.

Well thought out product. Good design. I don't mind a heavier wire stripper. The design allows me to twist and remove lock rings and bend wire under 12G. Milwaukee has one similar a bit lighter and brighter. Comparable. This a good product. I bought it when it was $35.If it costs anymore now, I would suggest trying the milwaukee until they lower the price again.

Been an electrician for years, and I really like these strippers with the linesman end on it. Saves you from grabbing your lineman's pliers to twist wires together so it speeds things up. I'm often in very tight quarters either wiring up refractorys or fixing the factory where we make them. Having to only grab one tool and not switch back and forth is great and saves awkward reaching back and forth constantly for the right tools to get the job done. The spring makes it easier on your hands too. It is a bit larger and heavier than the standard strippers, but the curved handles are quite comfortable.The one flaw is there is no lock on it like the regular strippers from Klein. I'll probably fabricate one and rivet it through the wire loop hole (I never use it anyways) so it performs like my old pair.Side note: my old Klein strippers lasted me a good 10 years, and I have every expectation that this pair will last as long.

I would give 5 stars but I wish they locked shut for storage. other wise they are pretty nice. also would be nice for the gauge indications on both sides for right or left handed use.

This is a very nice, well made “do it all” tool. I’m not an electrician, I’m a small engine mechanic and this will be a back pocket, everyday carry for me. Very useful. Very well made.

I've been buying these cutters for a long time and it's the perfect hand tool for almost all of my electrical jobs. I bought this model because it still has the lock on the handle to keep the jaws closed so it fits easier in my tool pouch. I also like the tip of the jaws because it lets me grip the wires and twist them together before I put the wire nut on the wires. I would purchase again when this pair wears out.

Does what it’s supposed to..very pleased..sharp.