Klein Tools 11049 Wire Stripper/Cutter, Made in USA, Compact, Lightweight, Hardened Steel, Precision Ground, for Stranded Wires

This is a review on Klein Tools wire strippers type 11046EP. These are excellent wire strippers from a trusted USA maker. As a hobby guitar stomp box builder, I mainly use 22 awg multi-stranded PTFE insulated wire which I pre-cut into relatively short lengths (1 to 6 inches). My automatic strippers (AB Mk1s, I have both vintage and new) will not strip this PTFE to any acceptable standard. These Kleins work fine, but very short lengths (1-inch) are difficult to hold. I get round the problem by using the basic Klein /Ideal style to pre-cut the PTFE and ABs to pull off. It’s a bit of a ‘mess on’ but it works. I’m fussy about the tools I use and these Kleins are as good as you’ll get.

These are great wire cutters, USA made and Klein Tools are a trusted brand. Good size range AWG 10 - 20. AWG 14/16 will strip internal blue, brown & earth wires. These are a breeze to use and strip solid wire perfectly and evenly with minumum pressure.

This wire stripper isn't quite as refined as the KLE11055 that I also have (with the curved handles), but it's still a pleasure to use. The blades are extremely sharp and work well for both cutting and stripping. This is a great size for general domestic repair work where you may need to strip mains flex as well as ribbon cable and hookup wire on PCBs.

Well made

I know these are fab tools I had this one before and lost it I was soo glad to be able to get klein again well done U S A

For the price I was expecting better quality