Top 10 Best Side-Cutting Pliers

of May 2024
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Best ChoiceBest Choice
CRAFTSMAN CMHT81646 CFT DIAGONAL PLIER-6IN (-758632)
Craftsman
Craftsman

10
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IRWIN VISE-GRIP Diagonal Cutting Pliers, 6-Inch (2078306)
IRWIN
IRWIN

9.9
Exceptional
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Klein Tools D248-9ST Pliers, Ironworker's Diagonal Cutting Pliers with High Leverage Design Works as Rebar Cutter and Rebar Bender, 9-Inch
Klein Tools
Klein Tools

9.8
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IGAN-P6 Wire Flush Cutters, 6-inch Ultra Sharp & Powerful Side Cutter Clippers with Longer Flush Cutting Edge, Ideal Wire Snips for Crafting, Floral, Electrical & Any Clean Cut Needs
IGAN
IGAN

9.7
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WORKPRO 7.5 Inch Diagonal Cutting Pliers with Wire Stripper, CRV Steel Wire Cutters with Comfort Grip Handles, Heavy Duty Side-Cutting Pliers for Electricians and Homes
WORKPRO
WORKPRO

9.6
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IRWIN VISE-GRIP Diagonal Cutting Pliers, 8-Inch (2078308)
IRWIN
IRWIN

9.5
Excellent
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Klein Tools D213-9NE Pliers, 9-Inch Side Cutters, High Leverage Linesman Pliers Cut Copper, Aluminum and other Soft Metals
Klein Tools
Klein Tools

9.4
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KNIPEX - 74 01 160 Tools - High Leverage Diagonal Cutters (7401160)
KNIPEX
KNIPEX

9.3
Excellent
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KNIPEX 74 22 200 Comfort Grip High Leverage Angled Diagonal Cutter, 8-Inch, Angled, Comfort Grip
KNIPEX
KNIPEX

9.2
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Crescent 8" Pro Series Diagonal Compound Action Dual Material Cutting Pliers - PS5429C
Crescent
Crescent

9.1
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CRAFTSMAN CMHT81646 CFT DIAGONAL PLIER-6IN (-758632)

COMFORT AND CONTROL Multi-zone bi-material grips. INDUCTION HARDENED Cutting edges stay sharper longer. STRENGTH AND DURABILITY Drop forged steel. Corrosion-resistant finish.

IRWIN VISE-GRIP Diagonal Cutting Pliers, 6-Inch (2078306)

Durable nickel chromium steel construction. ProTouch grips provide extra comfort and reduces hand fatigue. Induction hardened cutting edge stays sharper, longer. Machined jaws for maximum gripping strength. Meets or exceeds ANSI specifications.

Klein Tools D248-9ST Pliers, Ironworker's Diagonal Cutting Pliers with High Leverage Design Works as Rebar Cutter and Rebar Bender, 9-Inch

Ironworkers' pliers for soft annealed rebar tie wire. Short jaws and beveled cutting edges permit close cutting of wire. Hooked handle for reduced slippage. Angled head design for easy work in confined space. Made in USA with Custom, US-made tool steel. High-leverage design has 36 more cutting power. Induction-hardened cutting knives for long life.

IGAN-P6 Wire Flush Cutters, 6-inch Ultra Sharp & Powerful Side Cutter Clippers with Longer Flush Cutting Edge, Ideal Wire Snips for Crafting, Floral, Electrical & Any Clean Cut Needs

1.Ultra-Sharp Wire Cutters 1316'' extra-long cutting edge can easily snips electrical wire up to 12 AWG.. 2.Specialized Flush Cut Improved blades design provide a smooth, flat and clean cut. Ideal wire cutters for Crafting, Floral wire, Electrical wire, Artificial flowers, Cable Ties, Plastic, Edge banding, etc.. 3.High Hardness CR-V Forged from chrome vanadium tool steel, heat-treated and precision ground angled head. One of the strongest 6-inch wire clippers.. 4.Labor-saving Tools Perfect length to provide great leverage with a spring-loaded mechanism to minimize hand fatigue.. 5.Full lifetime warranty If any IGAN P6 Flush Cutter ever fails for any reason, simply email or reply to the IGAN customer service and IGAN will ship a replacement..

WORKPRO 7.5 Inch Diagonal Cutting Pliers with Wire Stripper, CRV Steel Wire Cutters with Comfort Grip Handles, Heavy Duty Side-Cutting Pliers for Electricians and Homes

HIGH HARDNESS RUST-PROTECTIONThis diagonal plier is made of high-quality 60CR-V steel with overall heat treatment and forged with blackened surface to ensure higher hardness, toughness, and durability and stronger corrosion resistance, anti-rust.. MULTI-FUNCTION PLIERS7.5 Inch diagonal cutting pliers can be used as a wire stripper and also works as a wire cutter plier. Wire stripping Suitable for SLD 10, 12, 14, 16 STR 12, 14, 16, 18 wires, easy to strip without damaging the wire core.. POWERFUL PERFORMANCEHigh-leverage design, which makes it extremely labor-saving when cutting. Handle grip is made of TPR material and ergonomic non-slip design, safer work, faster efficiency, more comfortable use.. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSOverall Length 7.5 Inch Handle width closed 2.2 Inch Handle Length 5.3 Inch.The overall hardness of the linesman pliers is 40-50HRC, and the hardness of the cutting edge is 55-65HRC. Max cutting diameter 2 mm steel wire.. WIDE APPLICATIONSDurable heavy duty side-cutting pliers can cut steel wire, copper wire, iron wire, also can cut thin plastics very suitable for electricians to wire, make, and repair telecommunication equipment, small household appliances, etc..

IRWIN VISE-GRIP Diagonal Cutting Pliers, 8-Inch (2078308)

Durable nickel chromium steel construction. ProTouch grips provide extra comfort and reduces hand fatigue. Induction hardened cutting edge stays sharper, longer. Meets or exceeds ANSI specifications. Backed by the IRWIN VISE-GRIP Lifetime Guarantee.

Klein Tools D213-9NE Pliers, 9-Inch Side Cutters, High Leverage Linesman Pliers Cut Copper, Aluminum and other Soft Metals

Pliers with high-leverage design rivet is closer to the cutting edge for 46-percent greater cutting and gripping power than other plier designs. Hot-riveted joint ensures smooth action and no handle wobble. Induction hardened cutting knives for long life. Streamlined design with sure-gripping, cross-hatched knurled jaws. Made in USA. Unique handle tempering helps absorb the ''snap'' when cutting wire. Precision-hardened plier head for on-the-job toughness.

KNIPEX - 74 01 160 Tools - High Leverage Diagonal Cutters (7401160)

High Leverage Diagonal Cut. High Leverage Diagonal Cut. High Leverage Diagonal Cut. High Leverage Diagonal Cut. High Leverage Diagonal Cut.

KNIPEX 74 22 200 Comfort Grip High Leverage Angled Diagonal Cutter, 8-Inch, Angled, Comfort Grip

High Leverage 12 Angled Diagonal Cut. High Leverage 12 Angled Diagonal Cut. High Leverage 12 Angled Diagonal Cut. High Leverage 12 Angled Diagonal Cut. High Leverage 12 Angled Diagonal Cut.

Crescent 8" Pro Series Diagonal Compound Action Dual Material Cutting Pliers - PS5429C

9 Crescent Pro Series diagonal compound action pliers. Made with co-molded grips for added comfort. Compound leverage design provides 50 increase in cutting power. Induction-hardened edges for a long cutting life. 13 lighter than standard pliers for reduced fatigue.