I'm not an electrician by any means. I found a pair of Klein Journeyman pliers on the side a rural road in my area while out on my daily walk. I didn't know they were lineman pliers until much later. However, they were clearly quality pliers and inspired me to seek out better tools for work around the house.
Great find QB, buying quality stuff just makes sense in the long run. Quality items just last longer and saves you a ton of money. Now I’ll be the first to admit that every tool I buy are not high quality or high dollar tools, but 95% of them are. Beware QB buying tools are very addictive... Take care sir, stay healthy.
Thanks again brother for your appreciation, I appreciate you finding interest in my videos. It’s people like us who have a love relationship with the trade and the tools we use to help make us great craftsman. That’s why I make these videos, be safe .
Ty for this. I always reach for the channel lock first over the klein. I just find it smoother, sharper and lighter. Really liked that you weighed them. I thought about upgrading to wiha but i really dont want to add even a single ounce more to my bag lol. So, thank you again. Great vid! :)
I too choose the Channellock over the Klein for all the same reasons you just mentioned. If you’re looking for a lighter durable plier(s) don’t choose Klein, Wiha, Southwire. Try Knipex, Ideal, or Channellock. Thanks for stopping by the channel.
Im a big fan of the klein multi plier... has a 6 and 8-32 bolt cutter, crimper, strips 14 and 12 awg solid copper wire. The only thing making it less then perfect was no legit fish tape puller but I took care of that with a dremal and a small cut off disk. Cut one in because thats what I do... custom and make things better. Nice vid!
Try the Knipex forged wire stripper. Basically the same setup but you can strip a wider range of AWG, has notches in the strippers to score the sheath on Romeo and the 6&8-32 you don’t have to thread the bolt. Only 6 months but they still seem brand new. Nice wide head on the pliers…I hardly use my linesman much unless needed
Thanks Andrew I’m glad you liked the video. If you really love ❤️ tool videos take a look at my TH-cam channel page I have about 170 posted videos of some great stuff. Don’t forget to subscribe to my channel so you’ll be notified when I posted my next video that’s coming soon. Take care , and stay healthy.
What was impressive about this video is the reviewer put his 15 yo pair of Klein pliers against brand new everyone else and the Klein pliers still ranked in the top notch group. I personally own Klein this videos shows it was a wise choice. Update I bent the pin in my kleins they're useless now. Ideal is easily an Apex manufacturer. I own a pair of ideal now. So far they're everything my kleins were but better. I liked the handle grips and the shape. The handles are closer together and more comfortable. The grips feel great. The head is slightly smaller and is easier to work with. I'm glad I found my ideal pliers before I spent a bundle on knipex. That's what shows me ideal is an electricians brand. The Knipex or Klein equivalent to my 30 dollar ideal pliers cost 70 dollars from both klein or knipex.
Good vid bro, I’m glad to see bringing on a bunch of hand tools from Ideal. Personally I carry German made NWS pliers and so far so good, no disappointments.
awesome collection i have them all and more i like the channel lock and the Engineer pz-59 neji-saurus RX or the VamPLIERS Thanks for sharing king 1 luv Reema nyc
Thanks Truthseeker great minds think alike, you sound like someone who knows quality 👍🏿. Out of the entire bunch I don’t like the Southwire linesman pliers. I hope you subscribe to my channel because I have a lot more great videos on the way. that I know you wouldn’t want to miss.
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Been looking for an alternative to Craftsman since they are now made offshore, and your review on the Channel locks sold me for a Made In USA tool. Well done, and thanks.
Excellent review sir. This is how a review comparison should be done. This person did a great job representing everyone in the tool trade fairly with all like models of each manufacturer. Most importantly he did a cutting test with each set, something I consider essential to any comparison review. I do wish it could have been a longer Video and more various material used to cut in cutting test such as screws and MC. I also wish he had shown the results of the cutting test with the tail tell rope cut test and light bulb test on cutters. Excellent job and much more unbiased than most review videos where you can tell the reviewer has already chosen Knipex as his choice from the beginning of the review.
What was impressive about this video is the reviewer put his 15 yo pair of Klein pliers against brand new everyone else and the Klein pliers still ranked in the top notch group. I personally own Klein this videos shows it was a wise choice.
I’m glad you found the video interesting Tim , if you’re already connected to this channel checkout my other 170 plus videos on TH-cam reviewing some very nice electrician tools. Take care.
I personally like Klein lineman pliers. I use the standard dark blue handle version. Work great. I currently use the NE nose version, but have a brand new pair of square nose Kleins to break out when I turn out. Figured new chapter in life needs a new pair of Kleins. I actually really like the hard plastic red Klein grips you can install. Not a huge fan of comfort grip handles personally. I've also had a pair of Knipex which were nice, but I just like my kleins. I've used the Ideal pliers a few times actually like them a lot. Seem like nice pliers, I do like the comfort grip on them, don't feel as bulky in hand. I don't like crimpers or fish tape pullers on mine pliers, I like em simple.
WIHA , german brand but most pliers are now made in vietnam , their screwdrivers are still german made and top-notch - for me pliers are kNIPEX & CK (germany) for VDE (drivers & 6in1 cutters) :)
The KNIPEX are very nice, I never owned anything by CK. But I agree with you, you cannot go wrong choosing in no particular order KNIPEX, WIHA, IDEAL, CHANNELLOCK, KLEIN, CRESCENT, and there are several more top notch tool makers out there . Just like there are a lot of tool manufacturers products I wouldn’t accept if you gave it to me for free. Thank you for stopping by, come back anytime. Be safe.
Great comparison video. I just bought a small made in Japan Vampliers screw extraction plier. They are awesome. They also make screw extraction linesman pliers, but I have not heard of anyone using them as linesman pliers. I have only seen them being used as heavy duty screw extraction pliers. That is why I decided not to get the linesman version and checkout my other options for pliers.
I’ve seen the Vampliers before and their version of linesman pliers are much smaller than the U.S. versions of linesman pliers. I’m not saying that the Vamplier aren’t quality pliers you just aren’t able to use them in a way that most electricians use the American made linesman pliers.
Vamplirers is the IMPORTOR OEM LABEL. The orginal manufacturer is a Japanese company called "Engineer"! Technically theses aren't "Linesmans" technically they are combination pliers!
Exelent video!!! I had channellock but for some reason with the use come hard to open I put wd40 but no solved this issue, I use Klein and I want to buy this ideal that appears to be good choise, thanks for show us the video!!!
Thank you for the compliment, if I had to choose from the BEST to the WORST it would go as follows: 1) CHANNELLOCK, 2) IDEAL INDUSTRIES 3) WIHA 4) KLEIN 5) KNIPEX 6) CRESCENT 7) GARDNER & BENDER 8) SOUTHWIRE . I hope my opinion help you with your next linesman pliers purchase ? Thanks for stopping by your welcome back anytime.
My new Klein D213-9NE has a gap almost halfway in the cutting edge, though it doesn't have problem cutting #14, do you think this is normal or factory defect? I bought it locally (Philippines) online. I noticed that its packaging isn't tamper proof unlike Stanley or Crescent which is made in Taiwan.
I want that version of the wiha pliers.. I have the 1000 volt wihas that look just like those except they are red and yellow grips.. I also like the knipex pliers.. the next pair of linesman pliers I buy will be knipex and I also like the knipex combination pliers too.. I been wanting some but I haven't ordered any yet..
I have a pair of southwire linesman pliers and they are okay.. they aren't like my kleins, wihas, or ideals but they do their job.. I mostly use my southwire tools to beat on stuff with.. I have a craftsman versa stack box full of southwire tools.. I love my klein tools though they are my favorite right now.. I have tool boxes full of common brands that make electrical tools.. I should've just stayed with klein but I like to buy tools and try them out..
The NE insignia means New England style head for reaming burrs out of conduit. The Kliens usually have the designation but their Iron workers don't. Different style and different function.
For beginners the gardener bender and southwire tools are good pliers for them . The crescent is good for handyman work. The rest are for professional work and those who can afford them.
I agree with all you said except the CRESCENT is very high quality and I'll put them in your professional group. That's just my opinion. Thanks for posting.
The gardener bender are made in Taiwan if I am not mistaken /the wiha and knipex are good tools but wiha has a factory in Vietnam cause my insulated pliers are made there /Southwire are made in China 🇨🇳 and they have some made in US 🇺🇸 but those you have are made in China 🇨🇳 and the other 3 (channellock,Ideal and Klein) you already done know (USA tools 🔧) simply the best (to me) quality next to wiha and knipex the crescent brand used to be made here but made in China and Taiwan 🇹🇼.
Check out Fujiya from Japan when u get a chance. They b purchased on Amazon. A little different but very nice. I like Klein, knipex and Channellock. But stick with Klein if I had to choose. But I do t have to so I choose them all !! Lol
You won’t go wrong with either both are great pliers. If the softest grip is important you must choose the WIHA Linesman, but if your looking for a ready to use plier straight out the package choose the Knipex Linesman. The WiHA is heavier than the Knipex just a little. They both both cut pretty impressive.The WIHA is much cheaper than the Knipex. I hope this information will help you with your decision ? Thank you for stopping by I look forward to hearing from you again soon.
Yep, same here. Since 1984, every time I find myself doing something with lineman pliers other than Klein, it clicks in my brain, "I really like my Klein's" 😎 I guess it's a little bit like an experienced Chef using his favorite knife.
Excellent video, I just wish you would've gave 'em all the penny test. (cutting a penny in half). . . . . . I own four pairs by 4 brands. Klein, Knipex, Greenlee and Snap On. I never buy the comfort grip style like you have (except with the Knipex, and that was because that is the only way they come). . . The Kleins are what I carry in my pouch. If I had to rank the 4 pairs that I own I would rank Klein #1, Knipex #2, Greenlee #3 and Snap On #4. (((( The Snap On pair failed the penny test . . A coworker a few months ago purchased those Doyle linesman pliers (Harbor Freight's new professional line of pliers) and brought them to work we all gathered around to see the "Penny Test" and they failed it, I've seen Craftsman (Sears version), Carlyle and Irwin linesman pliers all fail the penny test . . . . . . . . . maybe I should do a video on that.
That would be nice it never crossed my mind about the penny test. But Klein,Knipex, and Greenlee are well known manufacturers and their products for the most part are top of the line. Doyle, Snapon Tools I’ve never owned their brand before it sounds to me like you’re very knowledgeable about tools. It’s great to have you stop by my channel you’re welcome back anytime. Be safe.
Thanks Skyler, you won’t regret it ! Take a moment and check out the other 170 videos I posted on TH-cam already. I’m sure you’ll find something interesting 🤔.
Knipex are noticably not better, but simply the BEST. They are also, the most addictive brand. Who can deny, their Cobra or Wrench pliers. Their Linesman or any of their other style of pliers. they make? Only negative with Knipex, is that they seel more than any other brand, which means, that mecause of the mass production, there will always be a chance, where you can get a defective new tool. Still no problem, since their waranty covers it. Just saying, how things are. Nice video sir!
Thanks GV, KNIPEX linesman pliers are great, but when it comes down to being called the best , that depends on who you ask. I’m just saying ! Thanks for your comments sir.
You to sir, get connected to the channel if you’re not already connected there are 170 videos I already posted on TH-cam, and a lot more great videos coming.
Over time and use, I don't think the others will compete with Klein... I haven't tried the Wiha, Ideal, or Crescent, but used knipex for a few years and ended up going back after they developed a wobble and the teeth dulled...
Klein have been doing this for a very long time and they’ve got whatever it is to make their brand become an industry standard. There are other high quality brands out there, but Klein was persistent at engraving their brand into the minds of every skilled tradesman in the world 🌎. And they’ve succeeded. Even if another company comes along and market better tools it’ll be years , maybe decades before they become number one or surpass Klein’s statis . That’s just my opinion 👍🏿
I hate spending a lot of money on tools - Esp when there is so many that can do the same job as the other guy...BUT one brand I have NO problem spending money on is Knipex...when you feel THAT GRIP, there is NO going back...
Thank you for your question. The plier I think that cut the easiest in this order is : 1. Channellock 2. IDEAL INDUSTRIES 3. WIHA 4. Klein 5. Knipex 6. Crescent 7. Gardner and Bender 8. Southwire. Note : The Klein Linesman would’ve been closer to number one if not number if they were brand new like the others. Thanks again for stopping by your welcome back anytime.
A couple of small points! First these pliers all appear to be North East linesman pliers! Having watch your video I suggest a little research into countries of manufacture is in order. Wilha pliers are manufactured for about ten years in Vietnam , unfortunately at the price point they trading off a German brand name. Cresent is OWNED BY APEX and have been made in CHINA for 20 years I believe Southwires is manufactured in China The only U.S. Manufactured pliers I'm positive on are the Channellocks and Klieins Note: Klien's are not hardened for steel unless its the 2000 series. I believe GB is manufactured in Mexico. I agree with others there is no comparison with KNIPEX they are superior in almost every way! Check 67 Hardness test numbers. But you need to compare other German brands such as NWS/Felo linesmans and VBM. A couple of interesting brands to add would be URERA out MEXICO , GEDORE out of AUSTRIA BOTH ARE COMPARABLE WITH THIS GROUP!
Thanks for stopping by, I’m not sure if you’re talking about the KNIPEX COMBINATION PLIERS or not ? If so I’m not sure if that’s a defect or not. I don’t own a pair of KNIPEX COMBINATION PLIERS, but as you can see have the KNIPEX LINESMAN PLIERS and they don’t have any gaps between the blades ,but they do have a small gap between the teeth. And that gap is there so you won’t crush the wire/ conductor while pulling. I my answer satisfied your question. Thanks for your question, and be safe.
@@TheElectriciansToolChannel yes im talking about knipex combination pliers 7", i now the gap in jaws are normal, but these have very thin gape between cutters, although its not a big deal because they still cut ok but as you know everyone praises Knipex and its perfection in quality so I was't expecting this flaw.
I understand, but you must realize that a lot of the people who create all the hype about anything on TH-cam are paid bloggers or bloggers trying to get paid by a company in cash or free tools so they can make extra income by selling those free products on EBAY or AMAZON. Not to mention that NOTHING is perfect but GOD. Have a great day sir.
@@AsBi1 A gap is pretty common between the cutting blades. I own lots of Knipex (and other brand) pliers and some have very small gaps between the cutting blades and some dont. They all still cut a sheet of paper tho with ease. Knipex pliers are awesome, i dont use any other brands these days but you have to understand, its still mass fabrication and you will see various minor imperfections which doenst hurt the functionality at all. People praise Knipex pliers not because they are perfect but because they last and get the job done. Plus they are the only, i think, company out there who gives you a shitload of options for their pliers. They know how to make pliers, thats all they do and have been for a long long time.
I noticed what I expected, the 15 year old Klein's kept right up with everyone else's shiny new offerings :-). I have been doing electrical work since 1984.
Right on AverageNiceGuy ALL of my tools 🧰 are in tip top quality. Because as an apprentice over 25 plus years ago I was trained by a master electrician that you should take good care of your tools. And use the correct tools for the job at hand. Man if you take a look at any of my videos I appreciate my tools and I always keep them cleaned and organized. The career path that we chosen if we’re good to our tools , out tools will be good to us 💰💰💰. Take care ANG 👍🏿
@@TheElectriciansToolChannel I think I have already been watching your channel this morning :-) I tend do you like taking care of my tools also, but I find that my favorites are the ones that can be abused and they still work like new :-)
Yes and no Andrew Knipex being overrated and overpriced ? It depends on who you asked no as far as being overrated, I agree with you because even though I think they are very high quality they’re not ALL THAT !!! Now I don’t think they’re worth the price they’re being sold for either , but again they’re among the best linesman pliers out there. I think CHANNELLOCK and IDEAL are better quality than Knipex plus they’re cheaper, that’s just my opinion.
@@TheElectriciansToolChannel Knipex makes beautifully-machined tools and their cobras are second to none, but the linesman pliers and diagonal pliers cutting surface isn’t closed out-of-the-box like the USA brands making it almost impossible to make a clean cut through muletape and CAT 6 cable. The steel used to make the pliers sends shocks through your hand every time you cut something and the pliers make contact, which is something you don’t get in USA pliers. Also, the steel used doesn’t hold up as long as USA steel for some odd reason. In my own conclusion, the cutting surface is poorly designed and the steel seems to be of inferior quality to even Channellock which is more than half the price. Knipex water pump pliers are the best I’ve ever used, but their linesman and diagonal cutting pliers are inferior in every way to any USA brand.
Wow, I only own one thing from Knipex as far as steel hand tools. I must admit that you’re right about the cutter on the Knipex linesman pliers they’re not as sharp as others I’ve experienced. How do you feel about Wiha linesman pliers or tools ?
@@TheElectriciansToolChannel I haven’t used anything from Wiha, so I can’t comment on their tools other than what I’ve heard from TH-camrs. What do you think about them?
I'm not an electrician by any means. I found a pair of Klein Journeyman pliers on the side a rural road in my area while out on my daily walk. I didn't know they were lineman pliers until much later. However, they were clearly quality pliers and inspired me to seek out better tools for work around the house.
Great find QB, buying quality stuff just makes sense in the long run. Quality items just last longer and saves you a ton of money. Now I’ll be the first to admit that every tool I buy are not high quality or high dollar tools, but 95% of them are. Beware QB buying tools are very addictive... Take care sir, stay healthy.
I just have to say I Love your channel! I appreciate you taking time out and making these videos... I’m a fellow electrician from S.D.
Thanks again brother for your appreciation, I appreciate you finding interest in my videos. It’s people like us who have a love relationship with the trade and the tools we use to help make us great craftsman. That’s why I make these videos, be safe .
Ty for this. I always reach for the channel lock first over the klein. I just find it smoother, sharper and lighter. Really liked that you weighed them. I thought about upgrading to wiha but i really dont want to add even a single ounce more to my bag lol. So, thank you again. Great vid! :)
I too choose the Channellock over the Klein for all the same reasons you just mentioned. If you’re looking for a lighter durable plier(s) don’t choose Klein, Wiha, Southwire. Try Knipex, Ideal, or Channellock. Thanks for stopping by the channel.
Im a big fan of the klein multi plier... has a 6 and 8-32 bolt cutter, crimper, strips 14 and 12 awg solid copper wire. The only thing making it less then perfect was no legit fish tape puller but I took care of that with a dremal and a small cut off disk. Cut one in because thats what I do... custom and make things better. Nice vid!
That’s what us ELECTRICIANS do we think 🤔 outside of the box 📦. 👍🏿🤙💯🤙💪👌☝️✅⚡️💭👏🤔
Try the Knipex forged wire stripper. Basically the same setup but you can strip a wider range of AWG, has notches in the strippers to score the sheath on Romeo and the 6&8-32 you don’t have to thread the bolt.
Only 6 months but they still seem brand new. Nice wide head on the pliers…I hardly use my linesman much unless needed
Excellent review, tons of good info. That is what makes for good content.
Thanks Andrew I’m glad you liked the video. If you really love ❤️ tool videos take a look at my TH-cam channel page I have about 170 posted videos of some great stuff. Don’t forget to subscribe to my channel so you’ll be notified when I posted my next video that’s coming soon. Take care , and stay healthy.
What was impressive about this video is the reviewer put his 15 yo pair of Klein pliers against brand new everyone else and the Klein pliers still ranked in the top notch group. I personally own Klein this videos shows it was a wise choice. Update I bent the pin in my kleins they're useless now. Ideal is easily an Apex manufacturer. I own a pair of ideal now. So far they're everything my kleins were but better. I liked the handle grips and the shape. The handles are closer together and more comfortable. The grips feel great. The head is slightly smaller and is easier to work with. I'm glad I found my ideal pliers before I spent a bundle on knipex. That's what shows me ideal is an electricians brand. The Knipex or Klein equivalent to my 30 dollar ideal pliers cost 70 dollars from both klein or knipex.
Thank you for this video.
Nice video, I'm definitely going to watch more of your channel.
Don’t forget to subscribe Brandon.
Good vid bro, I’m glad to see bringing on a bunch of hand tools from Ideal. Personally I carry German made NWS pliers and so far so good, no disappointments.
I hear mixed reviews about NWS tools, I don’t own anything by NWS they look like they’re high quality.
@@TheElectriciansToolChannel only have a few tools for usa electricians it seems but they're good shit. Knipex is the best tho
awesome collection i have them all and more i like the channel lock and the Engineer pz-59 neji-saurus RX or the VamPLIERS Thanks for sharing king 1 luv Reema nyc
Thanks Truthseeker great minds think alike, you sound like someone who knows quality 👍🏿. Out of the entire bunch I don’t like the Southwire linesman pliers. I hope you subscribe to my channel because I have a lot more great videos on the way. that I know you wouldn’t want to miss.
Great video man keep it up I love the tool reviews
Thanks I’m glad you liked the video checkout my main youtube page and review my other 170 tool videos , and don’t forget to subscribe to my channel. Take care and stay healthy.
Been looking for an alternative to Craftsman since they are now made offshore, and your review on the Channel locks sold me for a Made In USA tool. Well done, and thanks.
Thank you for watching 👍🏽
The blue part of the knipex 2 tone grips softens with use :)
That’s good to know, because at the moment they don’t seem to be as soft as the others, NOT counting the SOUTHWIRE Pliers.
Excellent review sir. This is how a review comparison should be done. This person did a great job representing everyone in the tool trade fairly with all like models of each manufacturer. Most importantly he did a cutting test with each set, something I consider essential to any comparison review. I do wish it could have been a longer Video and more various material used to cut in cutting test such as screws and MC. I also wish he had shown the results of the cutting test with the tail tell rope cut test and light bulb test on cutters. Excellent job and much more unbiased than most review videos where you can tell the reviewer has already chosen Knipex as his choice from the beginning of the review.
What was impressive about this video is the reviewer put his 15 yo pair of Klein pliers against brand new everyone else and the Klein pliers still ranked in the top notch group. I personally own Klein this videos shows it was a wise choice.
All of those linesman pliers are high quality the only pair I really didn’t like and won’t recommend is the SOUTHWIRE as least that particular model.
Excellent video! Really informative, thanks, subbed,!
I’m glad you found the video interesting Tim , if you’re already connected to this channel checkout my other 170 plus videos on TH-cam reviewing some very nice electrician tools. Take care.
Muy buen vídeo,todas para mi son excelentes pinzas.
Saludos desde Nicaragua amigo.
Thank you, I can’t understand your language, but thanks again and you’re always welcome.
@@TheElectriciansToolChannel use a Google translator,I speak spanish.
Okay, I ‘ll try. Thank you.
Dude I’ve been doing this for 35 years. My linesman’s sit in a Iberia Veto for the most part now. Klein hybrids are in my TP4.
I agree Ryan those Klein hybrid pliers are great 👍🏿
Good video! Keep them coming
Thank you I’m glad you found my video interesting feel free to stop by anytime.
I personally like Klein lineman pliers. I use the standard dark blue handle version. Work great. I currently use the NE nose version, but have a brand new pair of square nose Kleins to break out when I turn out. Figured new chapter in life needs a new pair of Kleins. I actually really like the hard plastic red Klein grips you can install.
Not a huge fan of comfort grip handles personally. I've also had a pair of Knipex which were nice, but I just like my kleins. I've used the Ideal pliers a few times actually like them a lot. Seem like nice pliers, I do like the comfort grip on them, don't feel as bulky in hand. I don't like crimpers or fish tape pullers on mine pliers, I like em simple.
Yeah, I like the handle you can install. But now I purchase only the cushion grip handle linesman for comfort
I've tried some German ones. They're fine, but I always come back to my Kleins. They just feel right.
I can’t argue with that 🤔. Thanks for watching 👍🏽
WIHA , german brand but most pliers are now made in vietnam , their screwdrivers are still german made and top-notch - for me pliers are kNIPEX & CK (germany) for VDE (drivers & 6in1 cutters) :)
The KNIPEX are very nice, I never owned anything by CK. But I agree with you, you cannot go wrong choosing in no particular order KNIPEX, WIHA, IDEAL, CHANNELLOCK, KLEIN, CRESCENT, and there are several more top notch tool makers out there . Just like there are a lot of tool manufacturers products I wouldn’t accept if you gave it to me for free. Thank you for stopping by, come back anytime. Be safe.
@@TheElectriciansToolChannel "CK" stand for Carl Kamerling 🇩🇪.., widely used by British Professionals & Electricians too...👍🇬🇧
Great comparison video. I just bought a small made in Japan Vampliers screw extraction plier. They are awesome. They also make screw extraction linesman pliers, but I have not heard of anyone using them as linesman pliers. I have only seen them being used as heavy duty screw extraction pliers. That is why I decided not to get the linesman version and checkout my other options for pliers.
I’ve seen the Vampliers before and their version of linesman pliers are much smaller than the U.S. versions of linesman pliers. I’m not saying that the Vamplier aren’t quality pliers you just aren’t able to use them in a way that most electricians use the American made linesman pliers.
@@TheElectriciansToolChannel as a hammer?
Vamplirers is the IMPORTOR OEM LABEL. The orginal manufacturer is a Japanese company called "Engineer"!
Technically theses aren't "Linesmans" technically they are combination pliers!
Thanks for the information ℹ️, it’ll be useful for my future videos 👍🏽.
knipex pliers 09 12 240 have the crimper and line-pulling function, as well.
Knipex are highly recommended, very high quality.
Exelent video!!! I had channellock but for some reason with the use come hard to open I put wd40 but no solved this issue, I use Klein and I want to buy this ideal that appears to be good choise, thanks for show us the video!!!
Thank you for the compliment, if I had to choose from the BEST to the WORST it would go as follows: 1) CHANNELLOCK, 2) IDEAL INDUSTRIES 3) WIHA 4) KLEIN 5) KNIPEX 6) CRESCENT 7) GARDNER & BENDER 8) SOUTHWIRE . I hope my opinion help you with your next linesman pliers purchase ? Thanks for stopping by your welcome back anytime.
Get the knipex in the video. They're the best
They all look good!
That’s right Ruel, you see what I see they’re all beautiful 👍🏿
My new Klein D213-9NE has a gap almost halfway in the cutting edge, though it doesn't have problem cutting #14, do you think this is normal or factory defect? I bought it locally (Philippines) online. I noticed that its packaging isn't tamper proof unlike Stanley or Crescent which is made in Taiwan.
I want that version of the wiha pliers.. I have the 1000 volt wihas that look just like those except they are red and yellow grips.. I also like the knipex pliers.. the next pair of linesman pliers I buy will be knipex and I also like the knipex combination pliers too.. I been wanting some but I haven't ordered any yet..
All the linesman pliers in this video are my favorite except the SOUTHWIRE.
I have a pair of southwire linesman pliers and they are okay.. they aren't like my kleins, wihas, or ideals but they do their job.. I mostly use my southwire tools to beat on stuff with.. I have a craftsman versa stack box full of southwire tools.. I love my klein tools though they are my favorite right now.. I have tool boxes full of common brands that make electrical tools.. I should've just stayed with klein but I like to buy tools and try them out..
The NE insignia means New England style head for reaming burrs out of conduit. The Kliens usually have the designation but their Iron workers don't. Different style and different function.
I agree ☝️
For beginners the gardener bender and southwire tools are good pliers for them . The crescent is good for handyman work. The rest are for professional work and those who can afford them.
I agree with all you said except the CRESCENT is very high quality and I'll put them in your professional group. That's just my opinion. Thanks for posting.
Amazing video
Thanks Troy, I appreciate that 👍🏽
The gardener bender are made in Taiwan if I am not mistaken /the wiha and knipex are good tools but wiha has a factory in Vietnam cause my insulated pliers are made there /Southwire are made in China 🇨🇳 and they have some made in US 🇺🇸 but those you have are made in China 🇨🇳 and the other 3 (channellock,Ideal and Klein) you already done know (USA tools 🔧) simply the best (to me) quality next to wiha and knipex the crescent brand used to be made here but made in China and Taiwan 🇹🇼.
Check out Fujiya from Japan when u get a chance. They b purchased on Amazon. A little different but very nice. I like Klein, knipex and Channellock. But stick with Klein if I had to choose. But I do t have to so I choose them all !! Lol
Good choice ... lol👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿
I am thinking of getting a wiha and a knipex.
You won’t go wrong with either both are great pliers. If the softest grip is important you must choose the WIHA Linesman, but if your looking for a ready to use plier straight out the package choose the Knipex Linesman. The WiHA is heavier than the Knipex just a little. They both both cut pretty impressive.The WIHA is much cheaper than the Knipex. I hope this information will help you with your decision ? Thank you for stopping by I look forward to hearing from you again soon.
I didn’t know Channellock made a CodeBlue linemens. Thanks
... and the Channellock Code Blue are very high quality. You’ll have to own a pair to experience what I’m saying. Thanks for watching 👍🏽
Ideal industries was founded in 1916 in Chicago, Illinois. Klein was founded in 1857 far older than Ideal. also in Chicago.
True 👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿
I've always liked klein pliers myself 👍
What’s your favorite brand plier ?
@@TheElectriciansToolChannel Klein pliers
Great choice !
Yep, same here.
Since 1984, every time I find myself doing something with lineman pliers other than Klein,
it clicks in my brain, "I really like my Klein's" 😎
I guess it's a little bit like an experienced Chef using his favorite knife.
Excellent video, I just wish you would've gave 'em all the penny test. (cutting a penny in half). . . . . . I own four pairs by 4 brands. Klein, Knipex, Greenlee and Snap On. I never buy the comfort grip style like you have (except with the Knipex, and that was because that is the only way they come). . . The Kleins are what I carry in my pouch. If I had to rank the 4 pairs that I own I would rank Klein #1, Knipex #2, Greenlee #3 and Snap On #4. (((( The Snap On pair failed the penny test . . A coworker a few months ago purchased those Doyle linesman pliers (Harbor Freight's new professional line of pliers) and brought them to work we all gathered around to see the "Penny Test" and they failed it, I've seen Craftsman (Sears version), Carlyle and Irwin linesman pliers all fail the penny test . . . . . . . . . maybe I should do a video on that.
That would be nice it never crossed my mind about the penny test. But Klein,Knipex, and Greenlee are well known manufacturers and their products for the most part are top of the line. Doyle, Snapon Tools I’ve never owned their brand before it sounds to me like you’re very knowledgeable about tools. It’s great to have you stop by my channel you’re welcome back anytime. Be safe.
Knipex come in dipped handles as well. I own both and prefer the dipped
Klein is always my favorite.
Good choice
Nice video! I subscribed
Thanks Skyler, you won’t regret it ! Take a moment and check out the other 170 videos I posted on TH-cam already. I’m sure you’ll find something interesting 🤔.
Knipex are noticably not better, but simply the BEST. They are also, the most addictive brand. Who can deny, their Cobra or Wrench pliers. Their Linesman or any of their other style of pliers. they make? Only negative with Knipex, is that they seel more than any other brand, which means, that mecause of the mass production, there will always be a chance, where you can get a defective new tool. Still no problem, since their waranty covers it. Just saying, how things are. Nice video sir!
Thanks GV, KNIPEX linesman pliers are great, but when it comes down to being called the best , that depends on who you ask. I’m just saying ! Thanks for your comments sir.
@@TheElectriciansToolChannel That's also true. There is always something esle out there, that may fit someone else better. Have a nice evening!
You to sir, get connected to the channel if you’re not already connected there are 170 videos I already posted on TH-cam, and a lot more great videos coming.
I like Knipex for the most part. I don’t like there needle nose pliers. Cobra and alligator pliers are awesome. Linesman pliers are good.
Over time and use, I don't think the others will compete with Klein... I haven't tried the Wiha, Ideal, or Crescent, but used knipex for a few years and ended up going back after they developed a wobble and the teeth dulled...
Klein have been doing this for a very long time and they’ve got whatever it is to make their brand become an industry standard. There are other high quality brands out there, but Klein was persistent at engraving their brand into the minds of every skilled tradesman in the world 🌎. And they’ve succeeded. Even if another company comes along and market better tools it’ll be years , maybe decades before they become number one or surpass Klein’s statis . That’s just my opinion 👍🏿
Wowwww........
So many choices. . .
Dang those pliers are worth a big screen TV!
What’s up C.B. you’re right side by side they are beautiful !
I saw a pair today made by williams they were 45 bucks .looked like kleins
It’s a possibility KLEIN probably made those pliers
At last... Knipex of course !
I hate spending a lot of money on tools - Esp when there is so many that can do the same job as the other guy...BUT one brand I have NO problem spending money on is Knipex...when you feel THAT GRIP, there is NO going back...
i use crescent has the best price has good cutting strength but they are crescent with the extra leverage tech i dont see them in your line up
I think CRESCENT linesman pliers are great also, but the ones you’re referring to, I wasn’t impressed by them at all. Take car C.T.
So which cut easiest?
Thank you for your question. The plier I think that cut the easiest in this order is : 1. Channellock 2. IDEAL INDUSTRIES 3. WIHA 4. Klein 5. Knipex 6. Crescent 7. Gardner and Bender 8. Southwire. Note : The Klein Linesman would’ve been closer to number one if not number if they were brand new like the others. Thanks again for stopping by your welcome back anytime.
I'll choose the Knipex anyday!!
Will you explain to me why KNIPEX is your first choice ? Thank you.
@@TheElectriciansToolChannel I bought a pair of knipex linesman pliers 26 years ago, still using them today. All my pliers are knipex
@@conservativeamerica9655 knipex is the jam! Knipex, ideal and snap on is all that's in my tool pouch!
Gotta say, there is no bigger idea or plan what to test, why and how. 6 1st places?
That’s just my opinion. . . thanks for watching 👍🏿
A couple of small points!
First these pliers all appear to be North East linesman pliers!
Having watch your video I suggest a little research into countries of manufacture is in order.
Wilha pliers are manufactured for about ten years in Vietnam , unfortunately at the price point they trading off a German brand name.
Cresent is OWNED BY APEX and have been made in CHINA for 20 years
I believe Southwires is manufactured in China
The only U.S. Manufactured pliers I'm positive on are the Channellocks and Klieins
Note: Klien's are not hardened for steel unless its the 2000 series.
I believe GB is manufactured in Mexico.
I agree with others there is no comparison with KNIPEX they are superior in almost every way! Check 67 Hardness test numbers. But you need to compare other German brands such as NWS/Felo linesmans and VBM.
A couple of interesting brands to add would be URERA out MEXICO , GEDORE out of AUSTRIA BOTH ARE COMPARABLE WITH THIS GROUP!
I hear ya Bill, but I googled the info and I put down what came up.🤔
Ideal linemen and a few other of their latest tools are once again Made in USA.
i bought knipex combi pliers and there a thin line gape between blades (only upper part of blades are touching). is this normal or defected ?
Thanks for stopping by, I’m not sure if you’re talking about the KNIPEX COMBINATION PLIERS or not ? If so I’m not sure if that’s a defect or not. I don’t own a pair of KNIPEX COMBINATION PLIERS, but as you can see have the KNIPEX LINESMAN PLIERS and they don’t have any gaps between the blades ,but they do have a small gap between the teeth. And that gap is there so you won’t crush the wire/ conductor while pulling. I my answer satisfied your question. Thanks for your question, and be safe.
@@TheElectriciansToolChannel yes im talking about knipex combination pliers 7", i now the gap in jaws are normal, but these have very thin gape between cutters, although its not a big deal because they still cut ok but as you know everyone praises Knipex and its perfection in quality so I was't expecting this flaw.
I understand, but you must realize that a lot of the people who create all the hype about anything on TH-cam are paid bloggers or bloggers trying to get paid by a company in cash or free tools so they can make extra income by selling those free products on EBAY or AMAZON. Not to mention that NOTHING is perfect but GOD. Have a great day sir.
@@AsBi1 A gap is pretty common between the cutting blades. I own lots of Knipex (and other brand) pliers and some have very small gaps between the cutting blades and some dont. They all still cut a sheet of paper tho with ease.
Knipex pliers are awesome, i dont use any other brands these days but you have to understand, its still mass fabrication and you will see various minor imperfections which doenst hurt the functionality at all.
People praise Knipex pliers not because they are perfect but because they last and get the job done. Plus they are the only, i think, company out there who gives you a shitload of options for their pliers. They know how to make pliers, thats all they do and have been for a long long time.
@@TheSir2005 its good to hear that its common issue. I thought may be only im the unlucky one.
No Snap-On?
Nope
I noticed what I expected, the 15 year old Klein's kept right up with everyone else's shiny new offerings :-). I have been doing electrical work since 1984.
Right on AverageNiceGuy ALL of my tools 🧰 are in tip top quality. Because as an apprentice over 25 plus years ago I was trained by a master electrician that you should take good care of your tools. And use the correct tools for the job at hand. Man if you take a look at any of my videos I appreciate my tools and I always keep them cleaned and organized. The career path that we chosen if we’re good to our tools , out tools will be good to us 💰💰💰. Take care ANG 👍🏿
@@TheElectriciansToolChannel
I think I have already been watching your channel this morning :-)
I tend do you like taking care of my tools also, but I find that my favorites are the ones that can be abused and they still work like new :-)
That’s expected ANG , as long as you know the value of your tools and you’re not deliberately damaging your tools. You know what I mean...
I prefer the Klein and knipex.
Great choice 👍🏽
Knipex 💪😏
Let the truth be told !!! 💪💪💪
I like klein tools sir color blue/grey..can u give me that? 😁😁✌️✌️God bless sir..
Not at the moment, but GOD BLESS you also. Thanks for watching 👍🏿👍🏿
I'm a knipex guy!
Great team ! 💪
The K is silent in KNIPEX
Okay Steve, Nipex 👍🏿
@@TheElectriciansToolChannel 🤪🤣🤣🤣😎🇦🇺
No it’s not it’s pronounced kih-nipex
@@S62Uce says fuckin who? Nazis did not win the war. We speak english pissant. The K is silent.
@@stevejones1488 #1 u dumb for that argument. #2 it's not silent.
Fuller Japan...FPL.
Gotta love reviews of unused tools. How about you test each of these for a month each and come back
Great idea Coresel, I’ll try to remember that sir. Thanks.
Let's see your vid dawg
Knipex are incredibly overrated and overpriced.
Yes and no Andrew Knipex being overrated and overpriced ? It depends on who you asked no as far as being overrated, I agree with you because even though I think they are very high quality they’re not ALL THAT !!! Now I don’t think they’re worth the price they’re being sold for either , but again they’re among the best linesman pliers out there. I think CHANNELLOCK and IDEAL are better quality than Knipex plus they’re cheaper, that’s just my opinion.
@@TheElectriciansToolChannel Knipex makes beautifully-machined tools and their cobras are second to none, but the linesman pliers and diagonal pliers cutting surface isn’t closed out-of-the-box like the USA brands making it almost impossible to make a clean cut through muletape and CAT 6 cable. The steel used to make the pliers sends shocks through your hand every time you cut something and the pliers make contact, which is something you don’t get in USA pliers. Also, the steel used doesn’t hold up as long as USA steel for some odd reason.
In my own conclusion, the cutting surface is poorly designed and the steel seems to be of inferior quality to even Channellock which is more than half the price. Knipex water pump pliers are the best I’ve ever used, but their linesman and diagonal cutting pliers are inferior in every way to any USA brand.
Wow, I only own one thing from Knipex as far as steel hand tools. I must admit that you’re right about the cutter on the Knipex linesman pliers they’re not as sharp as others I’ve experienced. How do you feel about Wiha linesman pliers or tools ?
@@TheElectriciansToolChannel I haven’t used anything from Wiha, so I can’t comment on their tools other than what I’ve heard from TH-camrs. What do you think about them?
I love their insulated tools, I not to impressed with the design of their linesman pliers. But the quality is 💪💪💪💪💪.