I use these every day as an electrician, they aren't perfect. Over time the factory threadlocker on the screw hinge will break, and cause the pliers to loosen or tighten constantly, especially if you're cutting screws or MC cable. To fix it you have to disassemble and apply some loctite juuuust right. Not a big deal but it is a pain, I had to do it once so far after 5 months of everyday use. The grip knurl straight up sucks, put it on your thumbnail and pivot it and you'll see the lack of grip. They should use the tech they have that makes the cobras and twingrips grip so well and apply that to the strippers. As well, it's hard to clamp down hard enough on wires to twist them, even 18 guage is a pain to twist with these. That's probably a consequence of leverage and im not sure how they could fix that, better grip knurl will help, but all hybrid pliers in this style have this problem. The nut gripping part is also useless, too small and if it slips you risk damaging the stripping holes that are right there. They should get rid of that for either more stripping holes or more wire gripping surface area. Even with these problems they are still the best strippers ever made, two features I cannot live without anymore is the no-thread screw cutting, which feels like it saves me hours of time every day, and the cutter which cuts MC cable and all other wire like butter. And the actual wire stripping is the smoothest and easiest on the market. I'll keep using em and if I lose or break them I'd buy another pair, but I look forward to an even better improved version one day.
There's no one pliers as sophisticated, practical, and as high quality as those featured KNIPEX forged pliers. Who I'm to say such a sweeping statement? I've been into electro-mechanicals and electronic projects for the past 20 years and over the said course of time I've had the privilege to use a plethora of pliers models and types from all major brands/ manufacturers you name it - KNIPEX, KLIEN TOOLS, CK, GEDORE. NWS, MILWAUKEE, WIHA, ENGINEER, etc. At the end of the day, my hands reach out for these when I need one. Having said that, there is a cavil, I wish KNIPEX had offered a version with VDE handle grip- that's one of my personal favourite handle grips out of all that KNIPEX offers. Thank you for such an insightful review.
Got my knipex wire strippers recently, an added bonus if you use cotter pins, that unthreaded hole is excellent for cutting cotter pins flush and straight. Unlike side cutters where they will sometimes twist on the cut. These things are just amazing.
I understand you’re a Knipex fan, but taking them out of the equation, how do you feel about the two Milwaukee compared to each other? I like the idea of the needle nose tip for closing down wire when you’re putting together outlets/switches and need to bend the tail that extra few millimeters around a screw
Good review! I'm a little surprised that there is no hole for 10 stranded wire as that is a thing. And it seems like they could have thrown a crimper of some sort on there.
These brands Cost a Bomb or Exorbitant but don't have guarantee it will last longer. I don't understand why companies price these products so high as if they're made of gold or diamond. Even the wera Screwdrivers do cost so high!
Can any N in one whatever replace your dedicated tools? Answer is No. My versatile tool will only be used in DIY jobs which is barely fulfilling different entry level requirements. Keep your dedicated one for money making jobs. Thank you.
This video is not declared as a paid review that i could see. It sounds like it is and is kinda biased. Also this guy is no electrician because he stripped some wire and nicked the copper which is dangerous if done like that. I feel like I'm watching a paid ad!
Well you are wrong. I bought all those wire strippers. Nicked wire? It’s a demo, not an install. You are too funny. Thanks for watching and commenting! 👍
I use these every day as an electrician, they aren't perfect. Over time the factory threadlocker on the screw hinge will break, and cause the pliers to loosen or tighten constantly, especially if you're cutting screws or MC cable. To fix it you have to disassemble and apply some loctite juuuust right. Not a big deal but it is a pain, I had to do it once so far after 5 months of everyday use. The grip knurl straight up sucks, put it on your thumbnail and pivot it and you'll see the lack of grip. They should use the tech they have that makes the cobras and twingrips grip so well and apply that to the strippers. As well, it's hard to clamp down hard enough on wires to twist them, even 18 guage is a pain to twist with these. That's probably a consequence of leverage and im not sure how they could fix that, better grip knurl will help, but all hybrid pliers in this style have this problem. The nut gripping part is also useless, too small and if it slips you risk damaging the stripping holes that are right there. They should get rid of that for either more stripping holes or more wire gripping surface area. Even with these problems they are still the best strippers ever made, two features I cannot live without anymore is the no-thread screw cutting, which feels like it saves me hours of time every day, and the cutter which cuts MC cable and all other wire like butter. And the actual wire stripping is the smoothest and easiest on the market. I'll keep using em and if I lose or break them I'd buy another pair, but I look forward to an even better improved version one day.
Thanks for the feedback. I think you are right. I had the same thought about the grips, why not use the cobra style grip? Thanks for watching! 👍
There's no one pliers as sophisticated, practical, and as high quality as those featured KNIPEX forged pliers. Who I'm to say such a sweeping statement? I've been into electro-mechanicals and electronic projects for the past 20 years and over the said course of time I've had the privilege to use a plethora of pliers models and types from all major brands/ manufacturers you name it - KNIPEX, KLIEN TOOLS, CK, GEDORE. NWS, MILWAUKEE, WIHA, ENGINEER, etc. At the end of the day, my hands reach out for these when I need one. Having said that, there is a cavil, I wish KNIPEX had offered a version with VDE handle grip- that's one of my personal favourite handle grips out of all that KNIPEX offers. Thank you for such an insightful review.
Thanks for your feedback! That says a lot and thanks for watching! 👍
I have the knipex and Milwaukee pliers and they work great all 3 of them and will purchase the knipex electrical installation pliers as well.
Got my knipex wire strippers recently, an added bonus if you use cotter pins, that unthreaded hole is excellent for cutting cotter pins flush and straight. Unlike side cutters where they will sometimes twist on the cut. These things are just amazing.
That's a good point on cotter pins, I will be trying that. Thanks for watching and commenting!
These have been my favorites so far… super nice versatile set with really good cutters.
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Hey @MORGANSMaintenance, that’s good feedback. I’m hearing if you cut a lot of screws, they can have some issues but solid otherwise. 👍
@@projectpinehillscopper wire only.
Lot of screws are better off using your lineman pliers.
Thank you
Thanks and thanks for watching! 👍
Just got this pair delivered today! Got the Milwaukee also.
Thanks, let us know how it goes. Thanks for watching!
knipex is the best
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I understand you’re a Knipex fan, but taking them out of the equation, how do you feel about the two Milwaukee compared to each other? I like the idea of the needle nose tip for closing down wire when you’re putting together outlets/switches and need to bend the tail that extra few millimeters around a screw
I like the newer Milwaukee 7-in-1 over the 6-in-1. Thanks for watching! 👍
I have both of these. I prefer the kinpex they're both quality however the knipex are better.
Thanks for the feedback and thanks for watching!
I have that Milwaukee 6 in 1 and then the Klein with the curved blue handle that’s basically the same as the Milwaukee 7 in 1
The Klein is a nice option as well. Thanks for watching!
I’m gonna buy a couple Milwaukee and one knipex, knipex need to add the crimp though
That would be a handy addition. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Good review! I'm a little surprised that there is no hole for 10 stranded wire as that is a thing. And it seems like they could have thrown a crimper of some sort on there.
Good points. Thanks for watching!
Good points. Thanks for watching!
All my tools are Milwaukee. So I'll stick with Milwaukee. I don't like mixing other brands and colors. Milwaukee $30 vs Knipex $65
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You sound like you grew up in Milwaukee. The natives say Miwaukee.
I guess you’re right. Thanks for watching! 👍
These brands Cost a Bomb or Exorbitant but don't have guarantee it will last longer. I don't understand why companies price these products so high as if they're made of gold or diamond. Even the wera Screwdrivers do cost so high!
Thanks for watching!
Can any N in one whatever replace your dedicated tools?
Answer is No.
My versatile tool will only be used in DIY jobs which is barely fulfilling different entry level requirements.
Keep your dedicated one for money making jobs.
Thank you.
”not for live circuits”🤪
Did I say something about live circuits?
YES, you're right. These pliers are not designed to be used on live circuits.
@@M3a9mright
Knipex
Yes. Thanks for watching!
This video is not declared as a paid review that i could see. It sounds like it is and is kinda biased. Also this guy is no electrician because he stripped some wire and nicked the copper which is dangerous if done like that. I feel like I'm watching a paid ad!
Well you are wrong. I bought all those wire strippers. Nicked wire? It’s a demo, not an install. You are too funny. Thanks for watching and commenting! 👍
The nose of the knipex being used as a loop hole would also potentially mar and weaken the copper.
@ktmexperiment thanks for watching!
the knipex looks kinda cheap, its got that screw.
Ha, it’s not. Give it a try and let me know what you think! Thanks for watching! 👍
I have the knipex and Milwaukee pliers and they work great all 3 of them and will purchase the knipex electrical installation pliers as well.
Thanks for sharing and thanks for watching! 👍