Been a Klein fan boy for 36 years now. I’ve managed to supply two of my sons with my old Klein tools that I’ve replaced with new. They’re both electrician’s now and at least started on the right path. In a few years they’ll inherit all my current tools when I retire.
I just wanted to say, I've been studying hard from your personal and electrician U channel. I really appreciate all the knowledge you freely give people trying to learn... I start my apprenticeship tomorrow morning, this is the biggest step of my life. I couldn't be more thankful for all the knowledge you've provided me man. Here goes everything
Same here. I start tomorrow for a contractor in my area. I knew early on I wanted to be in the trades and watching your videos the last couple years have inspired me to reach out and join the electrical field. Thank you Dustin for sharing your knowledge and helping people get their start.
I appreciate that they actually use Klein screwdrivers and other relevant tools at their work stations assembling other Klein tools. There's something fulfilling about that to me. :)
Love my Klien tools! Got my first pair of linemen’s in 1968, still using them, when I graduated from vocational school in 1970, a local supply house gave each graduate from the electrical shop a tool pouch filled with Klien tools. Linemens, side cutters, needle nose, slotted and Phillips screw drivers. Still using them today, although my side cutters have worn out from so much use over the decades.
I got into Klein because my dad was a lineman back in the day. When I started to take notice of tools, I noticed his old pliers felt good in the hand even though they were decades old. When I started working as an auto tech, I got a number of Klein pliers. My most used were probably my series 2000 9" diagonal pliers. Love those things.
Workmanship. I inherited my Dad's tools. Kline, Ridgid, Greenlee, Milwaukee, old Craftsman. He used 'em for 40 years, I used 'em for 40 years. Yep, workmanship. Automation can bring the price down for mediocre tools but having a person who cares crafting the tool is the difference.
I love Klein tools. I’m a auto mechanic and fabricator, I actually just bought Klein’s automatic wire strippers and the ratchet crimpers for car wiring. They both are very high quality.
You're right about that feeling when using Klein; that ease in cutting and splicing and most of all, the confidence I have because these pliers are truly reliable. Quite frankly, I enjoy using Klein !
As much as I love Klein …..I’m adding more and more knipex. Thier lineman’s just can’t be beat. Use a pair of 9inch plastic dipped with the fish tape pull grip one day and u will be a user
I'm also slowly adding more Knipex tools to my bag. lineman, cobra, and the absolutely amazing new strippers they just released. however, i make an honest effort to prefer Klein whenever possible, like my hard hat and headlamp, and American-made when possible, like my insulated tools. while it bugs me that my "Klein's" are made by Knipex, there's no doubt why I have the tool in my hand.
The first pair of pliers ever handed to me in the Navy Seabees Training Command out in Port Hueneme, Ca., were Klein lineman pliers. I ve never felt the need to change to a different brand because Klein's just work. And like you said, Dustin, Klein tools just have that feel. From lineman's pliers to side cutters, needle nose, and flat head screws drivers, Klein is my brand of choice. Lately though, the Milwaukee Fast Back utility knife makes my work simpler so I'm in that camp now. I truly enjoyed this video. Thanks!
Just so you're aware, Klein makes a nearly identical knife. Not that I think Milwaukee is bad or anything like that. Both make great tools to be honest with you.
When you say 'most of these companies are like that' there's usually good reason for them to be. They don't want their manufacturing process stolen. That said - good for Klein for letting the squad in for a look. Very cool.
Been running Klein linesman and side cutters, since, my forman, made the suggestion after I first started in the field. My 3rd and fourth pay cheques afforded me to make the jump, and I never looked back.they always say, you get what you pay for, and you pay for what you get.
This was such an interesting video to watch and thank you for bringing us through the process of how their tools are made. I don't even remember the last time that I had an issue with any of my Klein tools and just about every tool in my bag is made by them.
I still have my Dad's pair of Klein linemans. He used it for probably twenty years until he gave it to me when I was a kid, and I used it through apprenticeship. I let a buddy borrow it, he shorted something and blew a chunk out of the cutters, so now I have a new pair and dad's is hanging up in the tool shop. Still grab it for the oddball thing here and there; don't think I could throw it away.
My dad used the same pair of #9 Klein's lineman pliers for nearly 30 years tying rebar as an iron worker. Those pliers have been all over the country on several construction projects, New Jersey, New York city, Hollywood FL, Redstone Arsenal AL, Oak Ridge TN, you name it. Me and dad still use them in his work shop.
That’s pretty cool. I imagined they were a much bigger operation for some reason. I also didn’t know they had a person who’s job It is to make sure each one feels right. Looking forward to part 2.
I also love klein tools I have a linesman pliers probably 10 years old they still work fine like today I bought them and I used them everyday keep up all the wonderful videos I love seeing the passion you have for this trade you're inspiring be safe and have a wonderful day
I've been using Klein tools for 20 years, since my first day as an apprentice. I can honestly say the quality, especially the strength of the steel, has dropped significantly. I still buy and support Klein, but I find myself switching some tools to the german steel version. I would happily pay more for Kleins if they could use higher quality steel.
I'm curious in what way you feel the steel has declined. Just general wear and tear on the tool? Teeth, cutters, rivets? I don't doubt it, I'm just curious how you've come to that conclusion in your personal experience using the tools.
@@plsreleasethekraken With the linesmans pliers, I've found the wire cutting surface wears out MUCH faster, gapping out in under a year, even when ONLY cutting copper. I would get YEARS out of my old pairs, even when cutting stupid things as an apprentice. Screwdrivers are flat out trash now. I snapped the shafts my last three flat head screwdrivers just trying to tighten screws. No prying, no abuse, and I'm not that strong. I switched to Wiha and Wera screwdrivers, and you simply cannot break those.
@@jameskoehler4939 yea, I haven't had problems with the teeth or body of pliers themselves, but agree with the pinch cutters--even on copper they seem to wear. Same thing for shear cross-cut cable cutters--they ding even on copper which is very frustration.
Klein makes some pretty good stuff. Dont overlook Wiha and Knipex though. I started with all klein and now have a mixed bag of klein wiha and knipex. Wera is lagit too. Cheers
@@Makitafan same, mine is a mix bag of those 4 brands as well. Each one has their own specialty. I love my 8 inch Klein Sq #2 for panels and my racheting stubby multi, my combo strippers and lineman’s and cutters are all Knipex and I don’t think anything is better, then all my drivers are a mix of Wera and Wiha (i do love my Klein nut drivers,) I personally feel like my set up can’t be beat, but I’m always open to suggestions. I’ve converted many many folks at my commercial company to this roster as well.
I found a pair of Klein lineman pliers @ a house that I was working at, I found out that they were 70 years old. Still in great shape. The home owner let me have them. 👍
I was a phone lineman for 17 yrs. 9" Kleins are the most useful tool EVER made. and they last forever. I've lashed HUNDREDS of miles of phone cable and fiber with Kleins. I have one pair I've had since the mid 1980's. We would attach a small 7/16 ratchet-wrench to the end of handle, and it was super-fast for tightening bug nuts....If you don't know what bug nuts are, you have to pull their little legs apart to see them. (old joke)
Klein makes some good quality products. But I have to say, I think Knipex makes a superior product. It’s amazing how different they feel. Knipex feel broken in out of the box, smooth as butter. (Coming from someone who uses both brands every day.)
Always good to uplhold an appreciation for how things are made. Especially when the hands of people are involved not just robots and machines. No matter how advanced we get as a society or world, there is no comparison to human hands and know how.
I have an old Western electric telephone catalogs that all have a section claim tools. Including spurs belts specialized tools for splicing solid galvanized wire used back in the days of open wire. A guy doesn't mind paying a little bit more for made in America and the Klein logo.
This is great Dustin, thx for this video and can’t wait for part 2. Reminds me of when I went to ChannelLock factory. There though, wasn’t allowed to film certain areas and all that “jazz”, but did get to see it. It’s pretty cool. Also liked talking to the ppl working there, the experiences they have and knowledge and the enthusiasm that most have making tools. They love there job and doing what they do, and it shows when walking through places like this. Would be sick to be able to go to Klein’s place, like this, and spend a day or 2 talking and walking around seeing everything like you did. Most ppl wanna go to Disney and theme parks; me, going to tool manufacturers IS MY THEME PARK😁. Could spend days there, like in a sweet tool store. Y’all know what I mean😉, I know you have that “bug” too🤣 Cheers Dustin
Can you talk a bit about your preference between the journeyman edition or the standard Klein pliers as a professional next video. American made have to love that. All my electrical tools (screwdrivers, pliers ect..) are Klein and I am not in the trades. I just love quality American tools..
Would be sick as heck if they let you follow a specific Klein tool through process and then take home with you, talk about a Xmas gift, along with it being “special”. Killer if they stamped your logo on other side of Klein logo, just for you as gift ☺️
I'm a Klein fan boy too. They still make my favorite drivers, strippers, and linemans pliers. I know knippex has made big inroads in this industry, and I love thier stuff too but I still have a huge amount of Klein tools.
Quality products formerly made almost exclusively in Illinois as were many big name hand tools. Moved out due to you guessed it, unfavorable conditions for industrial manufacturing. Too bad for Illinois, but good for Texas.
Great video! Did you give them some input on new pliers they could make? Lol. I remember you going on a rant about how you wanted a plier with this feature and that feature, etc.
Been a Klein fan boy for 36 years now. I’ve managed to supply two of my sons with my old Klein tools that I’ve replaced with new. They’re both electrician’s now and at least started on the right path. In a few years they’ll inherit all my current tools when I retire.
I just wanted to say, I've been studying hard from your personal and electrician U channel. I really appreciate all the knowledge you freely give people trying to learn... I start my apprenticeship tomorrow morning, this is the biggest step of my life. I couldn't be more thankful for all the knowledge you've provided me man. Here goes everything
Same here. I start tomorrow for a contractor in my area. I knew early on I wanted to be in the trades and watching your videos the last couple years have inspired me to reach out and join the electrical field. Thank you Dustin for sharing your knowledge and helping people get their start.
Good luck in your apprenticeship!
@@ElectricianU update, took a pipe to the head within 2 hours, i got stitched up and just finished up my day lmao
@@nolanwhite9515 ^ my update lmao
best of luck, have fun and be safe!!!!!!!
I appreciate that they actually use Klein screwdrivers and other relevant tools at their work stations assembling other Klein tools. There's something fulfilling about that to me. :)
The Klein screwdrivers are my favorite Klein tools.
@@cward1954 I love the ratcheting one, use it all the time! :)
Worked for Klein in their packing department at their Skokie Illinois location after high school in the late 60's.
Love my Klien tools! Got my first pair of linemen’s in 1968, still using them, when I graduated from vocational school in 1970, a local supply house gave each graduate from the electrical shop a tool pouch filled with Klien tools. Linemens, side cutters, needle nose, slotted and Phillips screw drivers. Still using them today, although my side cutters have worn out from so much use over the decades.
I got into Klein because my dad was a lineman back in the day. When I started to take notice of tools, I noticed his old pliers felt good in the hand even though they were decades old. When I started working as an auto tech, I got a number of Klein pliers. My most used were probably my series 2000 9" diagonal pliers. Love those things.
Workmanship.
I inherited my Dad's tools. Kline, Ridgid, Greenlee, Milwaukee, old Craftsman. He used 'em for 40 years, I used 'em for 40 years.
Yep, workmanship. Automation can bring the price down for mediocre tools but having a person who cares crafting the tool is the difference.
I love Klein tools. I’m a auto mechanic and fabricator, I actually just bought Klein’s automatic wire strippers and the ratchet crimpers for car wiring. They both are very high quality.
Thanks. I'm a Klein fan too. I appreciate quality tools made in USA!
You're right about that feeling when using Klein; that ease in cutting and splicing and most of all, the confidence I have because these pliers are truly reliable. Quite frankly, I enjoy using Klein !
As much as I love Klein …..I’m adding more and more knipex. Thier lineman’s just can’t be beat. Use a pair of 9inch plastic dipped with the fish tape pull grip one day and u will be a user
I'm also slowly adding more Knipex tools to my bag. lineman, cobra, and the absolutely amazing new strippers they just released. however, i make an honest effort to prefer Klein whenever possible, like my hard hat and headlamp, and American-made when possible, like my insulated tools. while it bugs me that my "Klein's" are made by Knipex, there's no doubt why I have the tool in my hand.
The first pair of pliers ever handed to me in the Navy Seabees Training Command out in Port Hueneme, Ca., were Klein lineman pliers. I ve never felt the need to change to a different brand because Klein's just work. And like you said, Dustin, Klein tools just have that feel. From lineman's pliers to side cutters, needle nose, and flat head screws drivers, Klein is my brand of choice. Lately though, the Milwaukee Fast Back utility knife makes my work simpler so I'm in that camp now. I truly enjoyed this video. Thanks!
Just so you're aware, Klein makes a nearly identical knife. Not that I think Milwaukee is bad or anything like that. Both make great tools to be honest with you.
@@heneryDoDs I’m at trade shows and supply house luncheons with Klein tools reps and I’ve never seen a Klein’s “fast back” style.
I even have a Klein barbecue set, with the spatula and fork, and also a bottle opener.
Half of these 20K+ tools will wind up in ceilings by years end, you know who you are!
When you say 'most of these companies are like that' there's usually good reason for them to be. They don't want their manufacturing process stolen.
That said - good for Klein for letting the squad in for a look. Very cool.
Been running Klein linesman and side cutters, since, my forman, made the suggestion after I first started in the field. My 3rd and fourth pay cheques afforded me to make the jump, and I never looked back.they always say, you get what you pay for, and you pay for what you get.
This was such an interesting video to watch and thank you for bringing us through the process of how their tools are made. I don't even remember the last time that I had an issue with any of my Klein tools and just about every tool in my bag is made by them.
I still have my Dad's pair of Klein linemans. He used it for probably twenty years until he gave it to me when I was a kid, and I used it through apprenticeship. I let a buddy borrow it, he shorted something and blew a chunk out of the cutters, so now I have a new pair and dad's is hanging up in the tool shop. Still grab it for the oddball thing here and there; don't think I could throw it away.
Cool shot of the pole transformers on the back of that truck goes right along with the video
My dad used the same pair of #9 Klein's lineman pliers for nearly 30 years tying rebar as an iron worker.
Those pliers have been all over the country on several construction projects, New Jersey, New York city, Hollywood FL, Redstone Arsenal AL, Oak Ridge TN, you name it.
Me and dad still use them in his work shop.
That’s pretty cool. I imagined they were a much bigger operation for some reason. I also didn’t know they had a person who’s job It is to make sure each one feels right. Looking forward to part 2.
I also love klein tools I have a linesman pliers probably 10 years old they still work fine like today I bought them and I used them everyday keep up all the wonderful videos I love seeing the passion you have for this trade you're inspiring be safe and have a wonderful day
I've been using Klein tools for 20 years, since my first day as an apprentice. I can honestly say the quality, especially the strength of the steel, has dropped significantly. I still buy and support Klein, but I find myself switching some tools to the german steel version. I would happily pay more for Kleins if they could use higher quality steel.
Totally agreed
I'm curious in what way you feel the steel has declined. Just general wear and tear on the tool? Teeth, cutters, rivets? I don't doubt it, I'm just curious how you've come to that conclusion in your personal experience using the tools.
@@plsreleasethekraken With the linesmans pliers, I've found the wire cutting surface wears out MUCH faster, gapping out in under a year, even when ONLY cutting copper. I would get YEARS out of my old pairs, even when cutting stupid things as an apprentice. Screwdrivers are flat out trash now. I snapped the shafts my last three flat head screwdrivers just trying to tighten screws. No prying, no abuse, and I'm not that strong. I switched to Wiha and Wera screwdrivers, and you simply cannot break those.
@@jameskoehler4939 yea, I haven't had problems with the teeth or body of pliers themselves, but agree with the pinch cutters--even on copper they seem to wear. Same thing for shear cross-cut cable cutters--they ding even on copper which is very frustration.
@@jameskoehler4939 that being said, I have the exact same issue with channellock.
Great video. Wish you had shown more detail on the machine that pressed the pins in the Kleins
Just got my apprentice tool set. All Klein made! Interesting to see where they most likely came from!
Klein makes some pretty good stuff. Dont overlook Wiha and Knipex though. I started with all klein and now have a mixed bag of klein wiha and knipex. Wera is lagit too. Cheers
@@Makitafan same, mine is a mix bag of those 4 brands as well. Each one has their own specialty. I love my 8 inch Klein Sq #2 for panels and my racheting stubby multi, my combo strippers and lineman’s and cutters are all Knipex and I don’t think anything is better, then all my drivers are a mix of Wera and Wiha (i do love my Klein nut drivers,) I personally feel like my set up can’t be beat, but I’m always open to suggestions. I’ve converted many many folks at my commercial company to this roster as well.
Man I work like 20 miles from this place and never knew Klein tools made their stuff there. Awesome
I found a pair of Klein lineman pliers @ a house that I was working at, I found out that they were 70 years old. Still in great shape. The home owner let me have them. 👍
Is there a stripper pole in the stripper tool Dept.?😁😁😁
Great vid!
Been using Klein's for nearly 40 years and have always loved them!
Keep it up!
Currently enrolled in college for electrical techniques and they gave us all klein tools. Neat to see how they're made
Another great video Dustin .
Klein tools do have a clean , strong integrity!!
I was a phone lineman for 17 yrs. 9" Kleins are the most useful tool EVER made. and they last forever. I've lashed HUNDREDS of miles of phone cable and fiber with Kleins. I have one pair I've had since the mid 1980's. We would attach a small 7/16 ratchet-wrench to the end of handle, and it was super-fast for tightening bug nuts....If you don't know what bug nuts are, you have to pull their little legs apart to see them. (old joke)
Great set of videos. Now I know why I like my Kleins so much. Makes me want to go out and buy more.
I love Klein!! So jealous you got to go 😁
A longer name, perhaps?
@@christiansantos8904 His content is spot on, where as your's is none existent. Thorough explanations just like his channel name.
Even your old pair,will appreciate so much
Klein makes some good quality products. But I have to say, I think Knipex makes a superior product. It’s amazing how different they feel. Knipex feel broken in out of the box, smooth as butter. (Coming from someone who uses both brands every day.)
Well yeah, Knipex is far superior
Looks like heaven on earth,love my klein tools.
I use Klein, Now I will buy them first before I consider others. You couldn't have said it better, they just feel right!
My tool bag is almost full red now. I'm all Knipex except for Klein screwdrivers, but if Knipex ever made those....
I love my Klein tools!!!
Always good to uplhold an appreciation for how things are made. Especially when the hands of people are involved not just robots and machines. No matter how advanced we get as a society or world, there is no comparison to human hands and know how.
" Klein tools and Electrician U - a Winning combination ".
More respect to Klein .....AWESOME
What a great thing to do for a video. Great job. Your channel is getting better.
The family name still owning and running the business is awesome
That was great. I love to see manufacturing plants like this. They make my favorite tools.
I want one of every Klein!! Journeyman grip for the win!!
I have an old Western electric telephone catalogs that all have a section claim tools.
Including spurs belts specialized tools for splicing solid galvanized wire used back in the days of open wire. A guy doesn't mind paying a little bit more for made in America and the Klein logo.
This is great Dustin, thx for this video and can’t wait for part 2.
Reminds me of when I went to ChannelLock factory. There though, wasn’t allowed to film certain areas and all that “jazz”, but did get to see it. It’s pretty cool. Also liked talking to the ppl working there, the experiences they have and knowledge and the enthusiasm that most have making tools. They love there job and doing what they do, and it shows when walking through places like this.
Would be sick to be able to go to Klein’s place, like this, and spend a day or 2 talking and walking around seeing everything like you did. Most ppl wanna go to Disney and theme parks; me, going to tool manufacturers IS MY THEME PARK😁. Could spend days there, like in a sweet tool store.
Y’all know what I mean😉, I know you have that “bug” too🤣
Cheers Dustin
Hey if you ever have tools needing a new rubber handle you can do that dip process with flex seal. It works exactly the same.
I just thought they were expensive this is nice to see it’s for a reason
All the Klein tools sold at Rexel down here in SFLA are "made in Mexico".Gotta love that 90's NAFTA deal.lmao
Hell yes. Love my Klein.
I love my kleins but I'm really happy with my knipex and channel lock stuff 2. I usually just pick stuff up at garage sakes and pawn shops now..
Thank you Klein!!! A+ video Dustin!
Nova Scotia, Canada …. Most of my tools are Klein. They are the best tools for the electrical trade.
The best brand of fliers for lineman
Hey Klein , bring back glow in the dark handles !!! For everything ! Even a glow in the dark zipper bag 😂
Thanks for this cool video Dustin. Klein tools are the best in my opinion.
This was a great video to see, I was interested throughout the whole video!
Can you talk a bit about your preference between the journeyman edition or the standard Klein pliers as a professional next video. American made have to love that. All my electrical tools (screwdrivers, pliers ect..) are Klein and I am not in the trades. I just love quality American tools..
Would be sick as heck if they let you follow a specific Klein tool through process and then take home with you, talk about a Xmas gift, along with it being “special”. Killer if they stamped your logo on other side of Klein logo, just for you as gift ☺️
I was following your channel,and I wish to have tools like yours,I am electrician from philippines
I'm a Klein fan boy too. They still make my favorite drivers, strippers, and linemans pliers. I know knippex has made big inroads in this industry, and I love thier stuff too but I still have a huge amount of Klein tools.
Thanks for bringing us such a nice content I do really enjoyed.
Well I'll be dipped! Great video 👍
Great video bro 👌💯, it's a very nice insight on the inside
Huh, I thought "how its made" got canceled a long time ago. Glad to see there's a new episode lol.
Knipex for ever .
Quality products formerly made almost exclusively in Illinois as were many big name hand tools. Moved out due to you guessed it, unfavorable conditions for industrial manufacturing. Too bad for Illinois, but good for Texas.
Looking forward to the next video about their clamp meter.
Most of my tools are Klein. Top quality.
I really love all of my Klein tools!
@0:45 Damn...that is a shit-ton of money (and metal) on the back of that trailer :)
It's awesome they let you show this stuff, especially because not everyone can make it out there.
I love Klein tools! Hands down the best.
Never heard of Klein in my life
Hey Dustin! Did you ask if they could make a 14ga to 6ga wire strippers? 😎
VIDEO is CRISPY today
Not electrician
Occasionally working with my cousin his master electrician
I love using Klein tools
Great video! Did you give them some input on new pliers they could make? Lol. I remember you going on a rant about how you wanted a plier with this feature and that feature, etc.
They should make them a lot longer so we could have better grips on hammering staples
You should have picked up Rodger on the way and taken him with you
Klein tools, very best tools!
That was awesome bro. I can't wait until the next episode.
I have a pair, that's about 1900. I checked. it's like 1904, or there about, I forget the exact date. shocking, but I still use them.
Good presentation
I really like to watch how the tools are made.
this was really cool!
Captions por favor. Thank you
Best video ever !!!
Knipex rules
I hear your next trip is germany... knipex tour please!
awesome Dustin..... how do they get sharpened???
A master put together
Awesome 👏 love your content
My Klein diagonal cutters are still as stiff as the moment they came out of heat treatment apparently.
You should do more vlogs about electricians
so how are the pins put in the lineman pliers? and can it be removed
great job