I have used both the the 7n1 and the Knipex forged. The 7n1 is great and has a more beefy feel. It’s 100% worth it if on a budget, especially on sale. I actually like the wider opening (easier access) to the cutting blades. HOWEVER, the Knipex at its $50-60 price tag is all about precision. Man they strip so cleanly, even the wires with the melted insulation comes off so clean. And the cutting blades cut like butter. Although I will add that you have to stretch your hand a noticeable amount to get a good opening to the cutting blades. It’s still worth the $ in my opinion. Thank you for the video, I’m obsessed with hand tools like you . Have a blessed thanksgiving 👍
Add me to this. The Knipex forged are the best strippers I have ever used. I found them during my failed quest to find great automatic strippers. I'm thinking about trying the Klein Katapult. I have all the Knipex auto's and they have all let me down. They slide over Southwire with the coating Southwire uses. The Knipex forged strips them like a hot knife through butter.
Ive had both and wish they would have just added a crimper to the original. As an hvac tech, I have no use for linesman style pliers and they usually are too heavy to justify for my edc. I also wish the knipex would have just added a couple more wire cutter sizes to the slim nose pair.
I've had every Milwaukee multi-plier they have made (from the first one with the plastic latch) and the 7" is my go-to. I don't bother carrying my Knipex lineman's pliers any more, because the jaws on this 7" will do what I need the lineman's jaws for. They cut more than well enough for anything off-the-cuff. Probably anything up to #2 or something (didn't intentionally try different sizes). If I need to cut 250kcmil or something then I use the saw. Bottom line: Love this tool.
I'd say the determining factor is intended use, new installation vs repairing old connections (appliances for one). That crimper and stripper near the nose end of the pliers has saved me when needing to repair damaged wires in tight spaces where I cannot afford to make a mistake and trim away what little slack I have left in the connection. It helps eliminate caring more tools from my bag. MKE I'm sure is good for DIY and new installation, but KNIPEX has done well to address the resourcefulness of using one tool for tight spaces. I am refering to the 6-1 installation pliers from Knipez, that 12 and 14 gauge strippers are common in most appliances so i can't complain about the lack of range.
Absolutely love your vids doc , but I still don’t understand how you can take any type of tool from pliers to drivers to anything really n compare a more affordable option whilst always having the more expensive option to compare it to 😂 how do you afford all these great tools !
I like the crimper but prefer a broader nose for twisting wires - a feature that makes it unnecessarily to grab big linesman pliers. The symmetry makes it easy to twist wires with one hand without losing a grip on the wires. Old school use because some people don't twist wires much these days.
I have 2 of the 7-in-1 and 3 of the 6-in-1 milwaukee pliers and I think that they are great pliers as well as the knipex. I collect and use versions of these pliers. I have a crescent version, an irwin version ,a husky version, a Walmart hart version, the southwire versions both pliers (5-in-1 and 7-in-1 version) , tooleague version, Klein versions both with spring and crimpers, the ideal version ,a vanjoin brand version, the laoa brand version, also the 2 klien hybrid pliers version. I am madly in love with those pliers that I collect and use them and purchase them to try them out as well. I love tools as you do sir so if I see another brands version I will get them. I forgot that I have a duratech 5-in-1 version as well. I will get the S-k version to and have Amazon to thank cause they can get any version of these pliers and have them ready to sell for if you want or need them.
I have the Milwaukee 9" high leverage 7-in-1 as well - feels really great in the hand and works well.. but the Knipex set is just a little better overall. Recently got the Knipex 13 72 8 on clearance @ Lowe's for $30, and they seem to strip & cut wire with a little less effort. The plier jaws are definitely more useful, but on the flip side, the Milwaukee has the reamer and crimper functionality too. Really no clear-cut 'winner' between the two because of that, IMO.. but the Knipex pair is what's in my main bag.
I love the Milwaukee 7-in-1 pliers and have them. I also have the knipex pliers love them as well. But they work great both of them. I don't know if the knipex Reem. I also have the 6-in-1 milwaukee pliers and call them the cousin to the 7-in-1 version. All 3 have their place in my collection of multipliers. I am a fan of multipliers and these are also included in my collection of multipliers (the knipex). But you are right that the milwaukee 7-in-1 pliers are beefier than the knipex (if that's what you said). All in all great video and good pliers for what they are and money spent.
I have the 7-in-1. Was looking for a way to reduce the number of tools in the pouch. It works pretty good. Stripper, cutter are excellent. The pliers are okay. The crimper, well, it works, but it is not as nice as a dedicated crimper. The loop maker is kinda 'meh' as I can do a much nicer loop with the tip on my old klein strippers (I like to keyhole them, and fit them perfectly for the size of the terminal screw). Overall, pretty good, especially if you wanna have one tool to use most of the time, and keep the 'specialist' pliers in the toolbox. Sometimes you just need a set of heavy linemans, or a heavy diagonal cutter, or etc.....
I’ve got the smaller set and maybe it was just my pair but they didn’t like to strip wire… I had some old dedicated stripper that was lighter and generally did 2x the job stripping wire. I worked with that thing for months thinking I was holding my mouth wrong… no it just wnfgal
I'm not sure if that hole in those pliers are for making loops. There are typically two on electrical pliers; one is threaded for 6-32 and the other for 8-32 machine screws. They're meant as bolt cutters for the common size electrical screws..
Personally, the metallurgy on the milwaukees are made from stolen chinese sewer caps that corrode in the package. Not replacing the Knipex ergo strip for a multi plier.
I had the milwaukee 7 in 1s and the cutters got screwed so quickly that they're unusable. I can't even open the pliers anymore. Knipex cuts bx/mc like nothing. Only downside to knipex is the gripping jaws are smaller than milwaukee
But do the wire strippers knick the wire? The Milwaukeee wire strippers I bought at HD from their xmas gift center a couple of years ago didn't pass that test and they were promptly returned!
That's seven and one was available last year and it was part of Milwaukee's buy more save more Christmas special at Home Depot for 19.97. I'm also seen a couple videos online over people didn't like that Milwaukee player cuz it bent Home Depot makes a husky version that's 16 bucks that's supposed to be better
No crimp. But I have it. I like DeWalt much better than milwaukee batteries (*I'm just going to get an Icon dedicated front end crimper, opposed to using the back)
If I had paid more for my Milwaukee 7-1 9 in pliers I would be pretty disappointed but I got them on deep discount so they live in my go box in my truck.
When I took machine shop in high school during my sophomore year 1983-1984 I went to the big Westech machine show in Los Angeles, at the show they had a booth with a set of pliers that you could lock on with one hand and hang off of them, the guy at the booth told all of us the name of the company was pronounced Kneepecks, that's how I've always pronounced it, if they identify as Nipecks now I'm going with the way I heard it. ;-)
I'm just not impressed with Milwaukee's hand tools. No a super sawzall that's different story and their impact cordless tools as well. Ill stick to Knipex and Snap On...
DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY ON THOSE MILWAUKEE 7in1’s!!!! I can tell you that 7in1 is GARBAGE! I bought it the second it was available two or so, years ago, the FIRST time using it, stripping and cutting 10awg solid wire and the cutting blades bent in like butter! Idk if a design flaw but Milwaukee doesn’t warranty their hand tools, so I’ll never know - The forged wire stripper by Knipex is my go to, I do like the grey/black handle Klein hybrid pliers but they only have three stripping hole features…Milwaukee def stepped it up with the made in the USA pliers as the linesman are surprising me more and more (and def give knipex a run for their money, except the milwaukees weigh a bit more) Idc the knipex price tag, I’ll pick them every time, have two pairs of the forged strippers and would buy a third!
@@phillipperkins5476 yea cuz that’s worth lying about right? Why make that up? Hey, you go waste your money and lmk how it goes cutting that 10awg wire but something tells me you ONLY work with Cat5/6 and maybe some 16-18g wire - nothing you can’t cut with your only tool needed, scissors 😂
I have the 7 in 1 and it's my most used tool as an electrician. Love em!
Just wtf is stopping Klien from coming out with a pair of Linemans called the Kleinman's
You are not a serious person sir
I have used both the the 7n1 and the Knipex forged. The 7n1 is great and has a more beefy feel. It’s 100% worth it if on a budget, especially on sale. I actually like the wider opening (easier access) to the cutting blades.
HOWEVER, the Knipex at its $50-60 price tag is all about precision. Man they strip so cleanly, even the wires with the melted insulation comes off so clean. And the cutting blades cut like butter. Although I will add that you have to stretch your hand a noticeable amount to get a good opening to the cutting blades. It’s still worth the $ in my opinion.
Thank you for the video, I’m obsessed with hand tools like you . Have a blessed thanksgiving 👍
Add me to this. The Knipex forged are the best strippers I have ever used. I found them during my failed quest to find great automatic strippers. I'm thinking about trying the Klein Katapult. I have all the Knipex auto's and they have all let me down. They slide over Southwire with the coating Southwire uses. The Knipex forged strips them like a hot knife through butter.
6 in 1 are the pliers I have in my electrical tool pouch. Have been very happy with the pliers.
Ive had both and wish they would have just added a crimper to the original. As an hvac tech, I have no use for linesman style pliers and they usually are too heavy to justify for my edc. I also wish the knipex would have just added a couple more wire cutter sizes to the slim nose pair.
Another great video! Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃
I've had every Milwaukee multi-plier they have made (from the first one with the plastic latch) and the 7" is my go-to. I don't bother carrying my Knipex lineman's pliers any more, because the jaws on this 7" will do what I need the lineman's jaws for. They cut more than well enough for anything off-the-cuff. Probably anything up to #2 or something (didn't intentionally try different sizes). If I need to cut 250kcmil or something then I use the saw. Bottom line: Love this tool.
I'd say the determining factor is intended use, new installation vs repairing old connections (appliances for one). That crimper and stripper near the nose end of the pliers has saved me when needing to repair damaged wires in tight spaces where I cannot afford to make a mistake and trim away what little slack I have left in the connection. It helps eliminate caring more tools from my bag. MKE I'm sure is good for DIY and new installation, but KNIPEX has done well to address the resourcefulness of using one tool for tight spaces. I am refering to the 6-1 installation pliers from Knipez, that 12 and 14 gauge strippers are common in most appliances so i can't complain about the lack of range.
I have to vote for my Southwire multi tools pliers. I have them a chance couple years before, really love them in my bag
Absolutely love your vids doc , but I still don’t understand how you can take any type of tool from pliers to drivers to anything really n compare a more affordable option whilst always having the more expensive option to compare it to 😂 how do you afford all these great tools !
Don't ruin it.. (he owns Pawn Your Last Best Tool). I'm just messing.
I like the crimper but prefer a broader nose for twisting wires - a feature that makes it unnecessarily to grab big linesman pliers. The symmetry makes it easy to twist wires with one hand without losing a grip on the wires. Old school use because some people don't twist wires much these days.
I have 2 of the 7-in-1 and 3 of the 6-in-1 milwaukee pliers and I think that they are great pliers as well as the knipex. I collect and use versions of these pliers. I have a crescent version, an irwin version ,a husky version, a Walmart hart version, the southwire versions both pliers (5-in-1 and 7-in-1 version) , tooleague version, Klein versions both with spring and crimpers, the ideal version ,a vanjoin brand version, the laoa brand version, also the 2 klien hybrid pliers version. I am madly in love with those pliers that I collect and use them and purchase them to try them out as well. I love tools as you do sir so if I see another brands version I will get them. I forgot that I have a duratech 5-in-1 version as well. I will get the S-k version to and have Amazon to thank cause they can get any version of these pliers and have them ready to sell for if you want or need them.
I have the Milwaukee 9" high leverage 7-in-1 as well - feels really great in the hand and works well.. but the Knipex set is just a little better overall. Recently got the Knipex 13 72 8 on clearance @ Lowe's for $30, and they seem to strip & cut wire with a little less effort. The plier jaws are definitely more useful, but on the flip side, the Milwaukee has the reamer and crimper functionality too. Really no clear-cut 'winner' between the two because of that, IMO.. but the Knipex pair is what's in my main bag.
I love the Milwaukee 7-in-1 pliers and have them. I also have the knipex pliers love them as well. But they work great both of them. I don't know if the knipex Reem. I also have the 6-in-1 milwaukee pliers and call them the cousin to the 7-in-1 version. All 3 have their place in my collection of multipliers. I am a fan of multipliers and these are also included in my collection of multipliers (the knipex). But you are right that the milwaukee 7-in-1 pliers are beefier than the knipex (if that's what you said). All in all great video and good pliers for what they are and money spent.
I have the 7-in-1. Was looking for a way to reduce the number of tools in the pouch. It works pretty good. Stripper, cutter are excellent. The pliers are okay. The crimper, well, it works, but it is not as nice as a dedicated crimper. The loop maker is kinda 'meh' as I can do a much nicer loop with the tip on my old klein strippers (I like to keyhole them, and fit them perfectly for the size of the terminal screw).
Overall, pretty good, especially if you wanna have one tool to use most of the time, and keep the 'specialist' pliers in the toolbox. Sometimes you just need a set of heavy linemans, or a heavy diagonal cutter, or etc.....
Great video as usual. I have both of the Milwaukee pliers and really like the 7 in 1
I’ve got the smaller set and maybe it was just my pair but they didn’t like to strip wire… I had some old dedicated stripper that was lighter and generally did 2x the job stripping wire. I worked with that thing for months thinking I was holding my mouth wrong… no it just wnfgal
I'm not sure if that hole in those pliers are for making loops. There are typically two on electrical pliers; one is threaded for 6-32 and the other for 8-32 machine screws. They're meant as bolt cutters for the common size electrical screws..
6-32
LOOP
Its for both
Hi Doc. I purchased mine a year ago for £20, as you say they are really beefy and look like they should give many years of service.
Personally, the metallurgy on the milwaukees are made from stolen chinese sewer caps that corrode in the package. Not replacing the Knipex ergo strip for a multi plier.
I had the milwaukee 7 in 1s and the cutters got screwed so quickly that they're unusable. I can't even open the pliers anymore. Knipex cuts bx/mc like nothing. Only downside to knipex is the gripping jaws are smaller than milwaukee
But do the wire strippers knick the wire?
The Milwaukeee wire strippers I bought at HD from their xmas gift center a couple of years ago didn't pass that test and they were promptly returned!
That's seven and one was available last year and it was part of Milwaukee's buy more save more Christmas special at Home Depot for 19.97. I'm also seen a couple videos online over people didn't like that Milwaukee player cuz it bent Home Depot makes a husky version that's 16 bucks that's supposed to be better
Milwaukee is certainly a contender
hasnt this been around for awhile?
Regular price on the 7-n-1 is $30. Still not a bad deal compared to Knipex.
I'd like to see a review of the S-K 6646. Thinking of buying it but not sure if it's worth the coin. Thanks, Doc.
No crimp. But I have it. I like DeWalt much better than milwaukee batteries (*I'm just going to get an Icon dedicated front end crimper, opposed to using the back)
The assembled in china doesn’t sit right with me 😒
The knipex just needs a fish tape puller…
If I had paid more for my Milwaukee 7-1 9 in pliers I would be pretty disappointed but I got them on deep discount so they live in my go box in my truck.
When I took machine shop in high school during my sophomore year 1983-1984 I went to the big Westech machine show in Los Angeles, at the show they had a booth with a set of pliers that you could lock on with one hand and hang off of them, the guy at the booth told all of us the name of the company was pronounced Kneepecks, that's how I've always pronounced it, if they identify as Nipecks now I'm going with the way I heard it. ;-)
I'm just not impressed with Milwaukee's hand tools. No a super sawzall that's different story and their impact cordless tools as well. Ill stick to Knipex and Snap On...
DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY ON THOSE MILWAUKEE 7in1’s!!!! I can tell you that 7in1 is GARBAGE! I bought it the second it was available two or so, years ago, the FIRST time using it, stripping and cutting 10awg solid wire and the cutting blades bent in like butter! Idk if a design flaw but Milwaukee doesn’t warranty their hand tools, so I’ll never know - The forged wire stripper by Knipex is my go to, I do like the grey/black handle Klein hybrid pliers but they only have three stripping hole features…Milwaukee def stepped it up with the made in the USA pliers as the linesman are surprising me more and more (and def give knipex a run for their money, except the milwaukees weigh a bit more)
Idc the knipex price tag, I’ll pick them every time, have two pairs of the forged strippers and would buy a third!
I can tell this guy is lying ☝️
@@phillipperkins5476 yea cuz that’s worth lying about right? Why make that up? Hey, you go waste your money and lmk how it goes cutting that 10awg wire but something tells me you ONLY work with Cat5/6 and maybe some 16-18g wire - nothing you can’t cut with your only tool needed, scissors 😂
Another jackleg Milwaukee hand tool, no thanks. Klein for me. I’d probably rather use Husky than Milwaukee, it’s that bad