Thank you for showcasing our KNIPEX tools so thoroughly! Especially our history and what the model numbers mean. It's great to see how you've highlighted their versatility and durability in real-world applications. We appreciate the time and effort you've put into this detailed review-it helps both professionals and DIY enthusiasts understand the unique benefits of our products. If there’s any specific tool you’d like to explore further, feel free to let us know. Keep up the fantastic work!
Are Knipex tools really the best? I don't know because there is nothing close enough to compare them with. So I guess there's that. But in all seriousness, Snap On and Klein really have good stuff too, but across the board in so many tool categories, Knipex has no peer. IMHO, of course.
Do have a need to match your $napOn logo? (Y? --> $napOn) (N? --> Continue) Does Value for top Performance matter? (N? -> Knipex) (Y? -> Continue) Do you want all the pliers/cutters today? (Y? -> Klein) (N? -> Continue) Put your Knipex collection together over several years through their onesy twosy tools at a time significant discount sales. Often called out on the The Den of Tools Channel! 😉
I'm in aviation, every box has or they will own the pliers wrenches. I also have a 3pc of the cobras. Both long nose pliers, twin grips and 2 pc flush cuts. In the pliers drawer is also snap-on 61cf duckbill and 808cf mini long diagonal cutters. I'll also add the "nickel" pliers soon. At this point I'm not sure if more knipex will be needed but I always hated having sub par pliers so I splurged. On the farm back home I wish I would've known and tried then years ago.
I love my Knipex pliers. I bought the fancy magazine crimpers, and one of the dies was bad. I emailed the company, they sent me a label, I shipped the bad die back, and they sent me an entirely new complete set (dies, magazine, and pliers) which came very quickly, despite coming from Germany. That's great customer service. It's the only problem I've ever had with any of their tools, so I'm a customer for life.
When you use tools for a long period of time, it's pretty rare that you find a tool that's so much better than every other variant you've tried. Knipex pliers, especially their adjustable pliers, is one of those tools. Basically any form of plier there is, I now default to Knipex. Not every tool is leaps and bounds ahead of everyone else, but every tool I've bought from them has been at least as good as any other type I've bought...and way more than you'd expect are head and shoulders above. Their adjustable pliers are so good that I've thrown out all the crescent-style or channel-lock types I used to have. I even use them in cases where I can't afford to strip/damage a bolt, because the parallel clamp of them is so secure and dependable. If you haven't tried them yet, do it, you won't be disappointed.
I’m not a brand loyal type of consumer but when I used my first set of Knipex pliers in 1990 I was hooked. I work on one of the few Maxie Melt electron beam furnaces in the world. When you are producing 60,000 pound ingots of governmentally declared “Strategic Metals,” downtime is the enemy. My tools need to work when I do. A warranty is absolutely worthless to me. If a tool breaks there’s no time to run over to HF and get a replacement. I have received great service from my Knipex tools. The one that ride in my side pocket every day last about 2 years before I start to see jaw wear. That’s when they become my home or give away tools. The largest set get into areas and provide a grip that is unmatched. I have never had a failure of a Knipex tool on the job. Since my battle with cancer started 8 years ago my grip isn’t what it used to be. Knipex pliers help me more now than ever before. You would be surprised at how useful they can be with everyday normal life tasks. Thanks for the history lesson. Keep up the great work. Nothing but positive thoughts!!
The Den of Tools.. I was turned onto Knipex tools in 1990 when I was doing some landscaping and dug a pair of cobra pliers out of the ground when I was digging a hole to plant a tree. Took them over to the water hose and rinsed the dirt off of them. I have been using them ever since. I have a lot of Knipex tools now. They are the best.
I got into carpentry over 4 years ago. Like most beginners, I bought what was available at the big box stores. Lowes had a couple knipex products in their electrical tools section. I grabbed a pair of Cobras. Since then, I’ve replaced most of my hand tools with knipex and wera. Top quality!!
As a 40 year veteran HVAC tech. Knipex Alligators were a real game changer for me. The grip and ease of use on gas pipes and stubborn nuts has allowed me to set aside my typical 12” Channelock style pliers and 12” pipe wrench and 12” Crescent wrench. I don’t care much about the science behind them or the cost, I’ll pay the price to own them. Until you’ve experienced them you don’t know what your missing. Complete game changer.
A number of years ago, I needed to replace an old outdoor hose bib. It was stuck and I didn't have enough room to use my old regular pipe wrench. I didn't know anything about Knipex but was in a local tools store and saw the Gators and noticed how thin they were and figured I could grip the pipe between the wall and the bib. Wasn't sure about which size, so I bought all three they had. They worked great and have turned out to be the best set of pliers I have ever owned. Have an irrigation system on my property and I routinely use them. I can grip and hold pipes and take of the fittings. Ever since, I have purchased several other styles (especially like the straight jawed ones) and all of them are well made. Can't say they are the best (have several Kleins that are pretty good) but I can't imagine any others being "better".
Smith Brothers' plumbing supply store in downtown Carrollton, GA sells knipex tools. KNIPEX is the best of the best in hand tools, i traded my klein garbage in for knipex years ago after I FOUND a pair of knipex pliers under a house, that the previous hvac tech left behind. I never heard of them before that, but I realized how good those pliers were and I sought out many more of their tools!
After 2 years of watching DOT, this 72 year-old, thrifty New Englander DIYer has amassed a collection of a dozen Knipex pliers, buying every one on sale. Why? (1) They make every job easier and faster -- just wait until YOU get arthritis in YOUR hands and wrists -- and (2) they're the kind of tool you can leave to your grandkids. Every time I buy a Knipex, I get that same feeling that I did when I bought my Sawzall in 1984 -- this tool will be with me forever.
I am adding Knipex to my toolbox and replacing the couple of old snap on pliers that I have. I just watched a UA-cam video from a guy who buys his own tools, so he isn't biased, and the Kimpex beat all of the other brands, including snap on, (bluepoint made in China)
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@@grantdavis5992 So I did read that paper with the double blind test and it did show statistically significant benefit to those who used it versus the placebo group. But this is one test and I have no info on the dosage. Get that wrong and you can shut down your liver... permanatly.
The channel project farm did a test of various and cutters and the knipex was by far the best. Thanks for the information especially about the vise grips.
I bought my first pair in an old mom-and-pop hardware store back in the 1990's. A rep was doing the pipe demo on a Saturday morning and I bought a pair because I had money in my pocket. I've loved them ever since.
My local independent hardware store carries a few Knipex and some cheap no name pliers. I went in just needing some slip joint pliers for a small job in my office. Cheap would have worked for what I was doing but they were out of them so I bought the Knipex. Very thankful that I did. I was so impressed, that's all I buy now for the most part. I did buy some Icon copies that are nearly as good, and a pair of 15" or 18" Doyle because I needed them right then and Harbor Freight was the only place local that had a pair that large. The Doyle and Icon are both great tools but I do think that Knipex is the best bar none and you don't have to break the bank if you watch Amazon sales. You may not get a nice set in any specific order, maybe 8" water pump pliers this month and needle nose next month but they don't cost that much more than Kobalt, Craftsman, or other big hardware store brands if you buy them on sale. They have some very good sales. If Snap On will pick up a nickel, Knipex will pick up 20 cents because I'll have 4 pair for the same price. LOL
Knipex is my goto tool brand for pliers and cutters. Been using them for over 30 years and had no failures. Most of the tools I broke were because I, or a coworker, was stupid. I have my moments... Thank you Knipex for all you do.
Thanks for the KNIPEX review! Being a loyal 3rd generation KLEIN user, switching was not even a consideration until recently. KLEIN’s warranty is now conditional. You must have a receipt for repair/replace it. That’s not an option when you’re on a job. A recent experience with KLEIN’s customer service was so repulsive and demeaning, they incinerated my loyalty when she hung up on me. My search to replace an extensive collection of KLEIN tools led me to KNIPEX. I’ve started small with KNIPEX screwdrivers, now replacing electrical pliers, and working up to replace 1-2 tools per month. I’m not disappointed with the quality.. I am keeping grandpa’s USA made lineman’s pliers, but I think had he experienced what I did, the customer service representative would’ve been told to stick it where the sun doesn’t shine, and all KLEIN tools disposed. Question: Does KNIPEX make aviation snips?
I've never been a very handy guy but as i get older I've gotten braver at trying to fix things myself. The one thing I've learned is having the right quality tool for the job is so important. I really appreciate the information i get from your videos! Thanks
My tools have accumulated over my 70 years (even before, because some came from Dad). In recent years, a few Knipex have found their way into my tool drawers (and one EDC in a pocket) and I’ve never been disappointed. Yes, my Malco Eagle Grips are the best vise grips ever to come out of DeWitt, Nebraska, but my Cobra and Knipex cutters really have made work easier. Not cheap, but worth it.
@@vicpetrishak7705 the short answer is it depends, most products will be from germany, a few from some other european countries; what really matters is the end product quality; I’m aware that ameriicans prefer local manufactured tools, but economics work different from nationalism beliefs and at that point the origin of a tool becomes irrelevant when it does the job as expected and you can count on it for long term
Don't do it guys, unless you have plenty of money to spare. Knipex tools are addicting. No lie, i was to the point that I was hiding Amazon packages from my wife, lol. Each one usually was a Knipex tool that i "arguably" didn't need, but you never know. I've calmed it down lately but only because I have nearly all their stuff besides the small electronic stuff.
They are the best for my application. I’m a field service engineer for medical imaging systems.(xray and vascular equipment) Much of which are German and French. I have used many brands but have found both Knipex and Wiha to be the best for me. Both brands are excellent and have never failed me however it’s subjective to your application.
There's a great video showing why Knipex wire cutters are the best. It has extreme close-ups of the wire (both stranded and solid), as well as the impact on the blades. Knipex steel is harder, and they use a 50 degree angle where most others are 45 degrees. When you see it close-up, you can see that Knipex is obviously better than anyone else!
I know which video your referencing I would argue the test isn't valid for the tool of he's testing with and yes the Knipex is better. You can tell it would be just by it's physical build. Because that UA-camr is a Knife Guy. I think he wanted something he could do something with which is why the flat Steel. He could re harden, sharpen and bevel them. I knew right away that the shear included with the stripper what's going to be wrecked by 12 gauge solid core wire. I had always been taught to not use that sheer for solid core wire and to use a diagonal cutter. That style of tool was just the incorrect one for cutting and stripping Romex.
Great video. When I was a 1st yr, I had all klein. W kleins drop in quality, I wanted different. I found knipex in 2017 and slowly but surely replaced every tool I had and found some that made my life easier. Like the tubix and the cobalt bolt cutters. I can't wait for the new xomfoer grip line to hit the US. And yeah, menards had dome of their stuff. Dipped only. They used to have comfort grip but that was at least 3 or 4 years ago. Thanks for the video on my favorite tool brand
I have a knipex sidecutter for 17 years with hard work on it (was doing mobile phone towers every day) still the cutting edge and everything else is in perfect condition, there are only scratches from use. I also have 8 knipex cobra pliers still performing like new, i also have newer knipex tools which probably will last as long and even more. The best tools i have.
As a kid, I lived in a railroad town and we always would see Knipex pliers all the time. They used them to tighten the wheels so they didn't fall off on the turns. Hi Jeff.
Interestingly, ferriers (or more exactly, farriers) use a pliers-type tool that looks like what you might use to pull out nails from wood. One difference is that none of the pliers today actually grip right at the surface. Farriers pliers do. They can also be used to remove guitar frets because they can grab the frets right at the fingerboard. Luthiers often grind down their nail-pulling pliers to achieve this close grip. Does anybody care? Probably not.
Have a bunch, and they're grade A: cobras, pliers wrenches, long nose, angled long nose, twin grips, diagonal cutters, end cutters, etc. Recently picked up that leather punch and it's great. Ordered all mine online from Home Depot, Lowes, eBay, and Amazon.
Good video sir. My very first tool from Knipex is their Raptor and I think I made one of the best decision in my life, because what I have discovered is that, they can also turn round things, not just hex or square shape fasteners like nuts and bolts.
As a Pole, I definitely have to agree with Knipex for the quality of workmanship and durability. Ergonomics are also at a very high level. I use parallel pliers, for pumps and for electricians and a few other small tools. Their prices are outrageous but it is a purchase for life.
I knew these were outstanding but I didn't know how seriously they take catering to their customers every need until seeing your video. It's clearly a great company. I love family owned businesses, for sure. Yeah, I knew about the k. 😊
I've been using Knipex tools since 1987. I'd rate them 99 out of 100 any day. Funny story........ I had a pair of Cobras that I was using to do some work for a WWII vet years ago. He saw them lying on my saw horse, picked them up, and said "Those damn Germans made some fine tools and weapons.".
I use their toothless pliers in a metal shop. This pliers has, by itself, saved $50,000.00(US) by enabling us to fix bend errors by my coworkers over the last 7 years. This was accomplished by not creating scrap metal, and remaking parts that would require cutting into new sheets, which are 4'x12'. These pliers will create enough force to completely flatten a bend in 18Ga stainless, and has worked on .125 mill aluminum (aluminum deforms too much and does not allow for a flattend bend. So, if you complain about the cost of these tools, they can pay for themselves. -Oh, and they tighten chrome plumbing nuts without scratches too...
I spoke with the german reps at the Knipex booth at a trad show last week and they confirmed the pronunciation to me (same as the way you say it!) Cobra water pump pliers are my go to, and I EDC a little pair of the 4" Cobra XS in my pocket. At the show I picked up the wire cutter/strippers, and it's substantially better than the klines I used to use
Great video, great tools. Here in Europe they are the best for sure. First time when I saw one, was when I was a kid My grandfather was using the carpenter pincers manufactured in 1922. I still have it and it's in very good condition.
Yes, Maynard's has them. That's how I discovered them. Stopped in a manards driving cross country and they caught my eye. Picked up an 8 inch pliars wrench because it just blew my mind. Then I fell down the rabbit hole qnd have maybe ten different plairs.
Definitely better than any other brand I've got my hands on comparing style for style and then I've use the wrong knipex pliers for an unintended use they still surprised me in off the wall functional uses. I'm a guy with heck of a grip snapped the rivet on multiple brands of vise grips style locking pliers and have yet to break anything made by knipex
YAY! I LOVE KNIPEX!!!!!! and thank you for bringing up the pronunciation; one of my personal pet peeves (along with GIF haha). I gotta get me one of those shirts!
I got into Knipex after watching Adam Savage talking about his diagonal cutters. Love them! I'm gradually adding to my collection, as I see them on sale. BTW, for German names, if you see EI together you pronounce that as a long "I".
That is one thing I love about watching your channel. You explain things like it is our first time seeing this. Which is probably what retains first-time viewers. Versus the other ones where they're like oh well I already covered this deal with it. Now with the things that you are saying you already covered, will you put a length or explain where they can find that. ❤❤❤❤❤❤
I found them at a tiny local parts store a few months ago . Of course they are asking top dollar for them . I did buy a 5 inch pair of water pump pliers that I'd been looking at for a good while for $15 more than I could've got them for several times on sale . But they're nice and always helpful , I needed them that day and they were hanging there right in front of my face lol .
I have an older pair of front end nippers that I use primarily for pulling nails through thd back of trim pieces. After watching this video I need a pair of the Cobra locking pliers!
I’ve got several pairs and sizes of the different pliers. Fine stuff. I really enjoy the mini bolt cutters though. I keep a pair in each of my family’s autos and travel tool bags. Handy!
I bought the knipex 6 inch pliers wrench for work and then I switched it up and bought Harbor Freight's version of the 10 inch. I gotta say that I am very pleased with the quality of both, they are tanks!
I only recently (in the last couple of years) learned about Knipex. I’m changing jobs at work from a frac hand to an Electronics Tech. I’ve been adding tons of Knipex (and Wera) to my bag.
as a 40yr professional in the electrical and construction industry, I have always relied on quality tools to complete my job. It is no surprise that Klein tools are/were the industry standard in the electrical trade and the choice of many professionals. However, in the past few years, I have replaced my Klein pliers with Knipex and never looked back. Knipex are FAR superior in ergonomics, function and durability over similar Klein counterparts. Yes, Knipex are more expensive, but I have learned through experience that the saying, "buy once, cry once" has a lot of truth in it.
They make the Oetiker crimp tool also. Best wire cutters and grip wrench pliers, they fit in your hand, and grip, the machine fit and finish is like jeweler precision
I first noticed Knipex alligator pliers in '81 when I saw all the site electricians who were fitting hard cabling in the plant rooms were using them to tighten up the glands, which 'aint easy !
The "bolt end cutting nipper" 61 02 200 is a beast at cutting and pulling framing nails. I call it my booboo pliers. The cutting edge is at the hinge and it has surprisingly better cutting force and pulling leverage when cutting shiners in tight spots or pulling nails. 16 pennies are just butter.
Menards do indeed stock Knipex in store. And yes, you do get the 11% off rebate on them. I wish they didn't. Because once I held a pair in store I had to buy some.
@@omegis13 Menards prices are pretty comparable to Home Depot and Lowes. And just like those 2, they have most of their products viewable via their site/app if you're curious. Because personally I spend the time to check before I head out the door instead of walking into a place without knowing. "Knowing is half the battle" after all. As far as the "rebate". Literally not worth anything unless you shop there regularly as it's not cash back. It's a voucher to use in-store. But they don't really expire so if you build up a collection of rebates you can still you use them on the occasions where you find yourself in menards country. I save mine for bigger things like getting "free" bbq/smoker, etc.
@omegis13 seem to be pretty standard the last time I looked. I don't remember if they pop up on their website or not. 11% rebate is a store credit that gets mailed back to you after you submit your receipt witha quick rebate slip you need to grab at the counter after checking out.
Yes I have them, and since I got my first ones at a Sears about 2014 I no longer buy any other players brand. I have a lot of older Klein because they used to be my favorite, but I just don't reach for them anymore. BTW that players wrench is absolutely a game changer, if you don't have them your lost! I literally chucked almost all my Crescent stile adjustable wrenches, only kept the giant 14 inch and bigger ones.
Love my Knipex and I have many.. My only regret is that it took me so long to find them. Absolutely the best. If you don't have them get the Twin Grips. Use them more than I ever thought I would. So much so I bought a second to have on the road. I usually get mine on line at Haus of Tools
I work in industrial maintenance and use my knipex stuff every day. I have multiple bags set up for service work and used to have various plier brands but have been switching each of them out for knipex after constantly finding myself going back to the truck for the cobras. The only disappointment I've had was the lineman pliers, never noticed as much of a difference vs ideal,klein, wiha etc.
Pretty sure they were. Either that or they jumped on it with a exact replica knockoff. Craftsman stopped selling them a while back. I need to replace the button, so i am gonna order one from knipex and see if it fits. Next to my other, though, it looks exactly the same.
Home Depot, Rona, and Canadian Tire, among others, carry Knipex. The only other brands I'd consider are Klien for cutters and Snap-on for their combination & needle nose ACF series pliers. Doesn't get any better than that lineup! imho.
Great video. I have a bunch of them and most are about 20 years old. Never have had to warranty any of them. All the tool trucks offer them and I have seen them at Home Depot. Pro tip no one makes a better canon plug plier than they do. Great stuff. Thanks for the video. 😊
OC Tool House in Brea, California has a massive selection of Knipex in store at all times. They also carry other German brands as well as many other high end tool brands.
Love my Knipex, got my first pair off Snap-On when they did the stand on the handle example. Absolutely love the smooth parallel jaw ones, even have the small one (6" I think).
Knipex are the best pliers.. I agree! My favorite wrenches and sockets are Tekton! I'm new to the channel. If you already covered them, sorry. But, I think they are a worthy look.
I just found out about this brand a few days ago. One of my favorite UA-cam channels tested a pair of pliers against a whole slew of competitors, and it came out on top by a substantial margin
Here in Canada, the HD's near me only carry one Knipex tool and that's their 8" cobolt cutters. Only the small shops, like Tegs Tools, can I walk into and see a selection of Knipex.
After the first one, I have dozens, even the mini 4i nch to the massive 18" cobra comfort grip. Same with all my Wera and Whia screwdriver plies. German hand tools, all other pale.
I’m new to your channel and throughly enjoy it. That being said, could you please do a review on Wiha and Wera tools if you haven’t already. Wiha, Knipex, and Wera are my everyday tools for my job working on medical imaging equipment. I also use Jet brand titanium (non ferrous) tools when I service MRI equipment. I’d like to hear your thoughts. Also PB Baumann tools (Swiss made) are excellent. Very precise.
After years of using universal style snap ring pliers, and being routinely frustrated by them, I finally broke down and bought the Knipex master set. It wasn't cheap, but man do they make dealing with those clips a lot easier. My only complaint is that for what they cost, or even if they charged a touch more, I would like the set to come in a real case and not just the cheesy retail display packaging. Keeping them organized in the future once that packaging breaks down is going to be a nightmare.
I know this is kind of a bad word here, but the Snap On truck that comes to our shop has the full 4 plire set of Knipex. Only problem is it's way over pricedhe wanted like $350 for the set. So I have the 3 pairs from Harbor Freight. They work fine. I do have the really small set of Knipex because Harbor Freight didn't have that size and I wanted the full 4 plire set. Lol.
I have had Knipex pliers since my uncle gave me a pair for my birthday 1999. Today I have 20 pairs and plan to buy more. I'm also interested in checking into the Orbis band.
I bought some a while back on the DOTW and was blown away at how good these are. The only reason I haven't bought more is because I have SO MANY pliers right now... Some day if I need something additional, I'll definately look at this brand.
Thank you for showcasing our KNIPEX tools so thoroughly! Especially our history and what the model numbers mean. It's great to see how you've highlighted their versatility and durability in real-world applications. We appreciate the time and effort you've put into this detailed review-it helps both professionals and DIY enthusiasts understand the unique benefits of our products. If there’s any specific tool you’d like to explore further, feel free to let us know. Keep up the fantastic work!
Email me at red@denoftools.com and we can talk. Also I'll be at SEMA this year.
Are Knipex tools really the best? I don't know because there is nothing close enough to compare them with. So I guess there's that. But in all seriousness, Snap On and Klein really have good stuff too, but across the board in so many tool categories, Knipex has no peer. IMHO, of course.
truth was spoken LBT
@@moldyzucchinis3251 For electronics pliers and cutters? Lindström. Curiously, mostly popular on youtube with jewelry people.
Do have a need to match your $napOn logo?
(Y? --> $napOn)
(N? --> Continue)
Does Value for top Performance matter?
(N? -> Knipex)
(Y? -> Continue)
Do you want all the pliers/cutters today?
(Y? -> Klein)
(N? -> Continue)
Put your Knipex collection together over several years through their onesy twosy tools at a time significant discount sales. Often called out on the The Den of Tools Channel! 😉
@@patricksquires77lol nicely broken down
I'm in aviation, every box has or they will own the pliers wrenches. I also have a 3pc of the cobras. Both long nose pliers, twin grips and 2 pc flush cuts. In the pliers drawer is also snap-on 61cf duckbill and 808cf mini long diagonal cutters. I'll also add the "nickel" pliers soon. At this point I'm not sure if more knipex will be needed but I always hated having sub par pliers so I splurged. On the farm back home I wish I would've known and tried then years ago.
I love my Knipex pliers. I bought the fancy magazine crimpers, and one of the dies was bad. I emailed the company, they sent me a label, I shipped the bad die back, and they sent me an entirely new complete set (dies, magazine, and pliers) which came very quickly, despite coming from Germany. That's great customer service. It's the only problem I've ever had with any of their tools, so I'm a customer for life.
When you use tools for a long period of time, it's pretty rare that you find a tool that's so much better than every other variant you've tried. Knipex pliers, especially their adjustable pliers, is one of those tools. Basically any form of plier there is, I now default to Knipex. Not every tool is leaps and bounds ahead of everyone else, but every tool I've bought from them has been at least as good as any other type I've bought...and way more than you'd expect are head and shoulders above.
Their adjustable pliers are so good that I've thrown out all the crescent-style or channel-lock types I used to have. I even use them in cases where I can't afford to strip/damage a bolt, because the parallel clamp of them is so secure and dependable. If you haven't tried them yet, do it, you won't be disappointed.
As a European (Latvian) I completely agree. Knipex is one of the best pliers type tool makers. It's a pleasure to work with Knipex tools.
I’m not a brand loyal type of consumer but when I used my first set of Knipex pliers in 1990 I was hooked. I work on one of the few Maxie Melt electron beam furnaces in the world. When you are producing 60,000 pound ingots of governmentally declared “Strategic Metals,” downtime is the enemy. My tools need to work when I do. A warranty is absolutely worthless to me. If a tool breaks there’s no time to run over to HF and get a replacement.
I have received great service from my Knipex tools. The one that ride in my side pocket every day last about 2 years before I start to see jaw wear. That’s when they become my home or give away tools. The largest set get into areas and provide a grip that is unmatched. I have never had a failure of a Knipex tool on the job.
Since my battle with cancer started 8 years ago my grip isn’t what it used to be. Knipex pliers help me more now than ever before. You would be surprised at how useful they can be with everyday normal life tasks.
Thanks for the history lesson. Keep up the great work.
Nothing but positive thoughts!!
The Den of Tools.. I was turned onto Knipex tools in 1990 when I was doing some landscaping and dug a pair of cobra pliers out of the ground when I was digging a hole to plant a tree. Took them over to the water hose and rinsed the dirt off of them. I have been using them ever since. I have a lot of Knipex tools now. They are the best.
Nice story. That is cool as hell!
@@paulmysliborski4832 Thank you.
I feel sorry for whomever lost them
@@momoshowcar I asked the owner of the house and he said they wasn't his and I could have them.
Damn, that pliers chose you lol.
My first Knipex pliers I found in the road. Best pliers that I have. Been a fan ever since . Had to buy my next pliers.
I have the same experience. I found a pair of needle nose insulated pliers in the road with no damage making them my first pair.
I got into carpentry over 4 years ago. Like most beginners, I bought what was available at the big box stores. Lowes had a couple knipex products in their electrical tools section. I grabbed a pair of Cobras. Since then, I’ve replaced most of my hand tools with knipex and wera. Top quality!!
As a 40 year veteran HVAC tech. Knipex Alligators were a real game changer for me. The grip and ease of use on gas pipes and stubborn nuts has allowed me to set aside my typical 12” Channelock style pliers and 12” pipe wrench and 12” Crescent wrench. I don’t care much about the science behind them or the cost, I’ll pay the price to own them. Until you’ve experienced them you don’t know what your missing. Complete game changer.
A number of years ago, I needed to replace an old outdoor hose bib. It was stuck and I didn't have enough room to use my old regular pipe wrench. I didn't know anything about Knipex but was in a local tools store and saw the Gators and noticed how thin they were and figured I could grip the pipe between the wall and the bib. Wasn't sure about which size, so I bought all three they had. They worked great and have turned out to be the best set of pliers I have ever owned. Have an irrigation system on my property and I routinely use them. I can grip and hold pipes and take of the fittings. Ever since, I have purchased several other styles (especially like the straight jawed ones) and all of them are well made. Can't say they are the best (have several Kleins that are pretty good) but I can't imagine any others being "better".
Smith Brothers' plumbing supply store in downtown Carrollton, GA sells knipex tools. KNIPEX is the best of the best in hand tools, i traded my klein garbage in for knipex years ago after I FOUND a pair of knipex pliers under a house, that the previous hvac tech left behind. I never heard of them before that, but I realized how good those pliers were and I sought out many more of their tools!
That previous HVAC tech is probably still wondering where he had left them. Case closed.
After 2 years of watching DOT, this 72 year-old, thrifty New Englander DIYer has amassed a collection of a dozen Knipex pliers, buying every one on sale. Why? (1) They make every job easier and faster -- just wait until YOU get arthritis in YOUR hands and wrists -- and (2) they're the kind of tool you can leave to your grandkids. Every time I buy a Knipex, I get that same feeling that I did when I bought my Sawzall in 1984 -- this tool will be with me forever.
I bought my Sawzall in '89 and felt the same way
@@denoftools Knipa in Swedish means Pinch (also trouble) and maybe founder had business connections to Sweden.
I am adding Knipex to my toolbox and replacing the couple of old snap on pliers that I have. I just watched a UA-cam video from a guy who buys his own tools, so he isn't biased, and the Kimpex beat all of the other brands, including snap on, (bluepoint made in China)
There is a link between Boron deficiency and Arthritis. A pinch of Borax in a glass of water supplies Boron cheaply. Borax is 11% Boron and is less toxic than table salt. Helps about 70% of Arthritis sufferers.
@@grantdavis5992 So I did read that paper with the double blind test and it did show statistically significant benefit to those who used it versus the placebo group. But this is one test and I have no info on the dosage. Get that wrong and you can shut down your liver... permanatly.
The channel project farm did a test of various and cutters and the knipex was by far the best.
Thanks for the information especially about the vise grips.
I bought my first pair in an old mom-and-pop hardware store back in the 1990's. A rep was doing the pipe demo on a Saturday morning and I bought a pair because I had money in my pocket. I've loved them ever since.
My local independent hardware store carries a few Knipex and some cheap no name pliers. I went in just needing some slip joint pliers for a small job in my office. Cheap would have worked for what I was doing but they were out of them so I bought the Knipex. Very thankful that I did. I was so impressed, that's all I buy now for the most part. I did buy some Icon copies that are nearly as good, and a pair of 15" or 18" Doyle because I needed them right then and Harbor Freight was the only place local that had a pair that large. The Doyle and Icon are both great tools but I do think that Knipex is the best bar none and you don't have to break the bank if you watch Amazon sales. You may not get a nice set in any specific order, maybe 8" water pump pliers this month and needle nose next month but they don't cost that much more than Kobalt, Craftsman, or other big hardware store brands if you buy them on sale. They have some very good sales. If Snap On will pick up a nickel, Knipex will pick up 20 cents because I'll have 4 pair for the same price. LOL
Knipex is my goto tool brand for pliers and cutters.
Been using them for over 30 years and had no failures. Most of the tools I broke were because I, or a coworker, was stupid.
I have my moments... Thank you Knipex for all you do.
I just love your little tool brand documentaries. They are the best.
Thanks for the KNIPEX review! Being a loyal 3rd generation KLEIN user, switching was not even a consideration until recently. KLEIN’s warranty is now conditional. You must have a receipt for repair/replace it. That’s not an option when you’re on a job. A recent experience with KLEIN’s customer service was so repulsive and demeaning, they incinerated my loyalty when she hung up on me.
My search to replace an extensive collection of KLEIN tools led me to KNIPEX. I’ve started small with KNIPEX screwdrivers, now replacing electrical pliers, and working up to replace 1-2 tools per month. I’m not disappointed with the quality.. I am keeping grandpa’s USA made lineman’s pliers, but I think had he experienced what I did, the customer service representative would’ve been told to stick it where the sun doesn’t shine, and all KLEIN tools disposed.
Question: Does KNIPEX make aviation snips?
Yes, yes they are. The ones with the button for adjustment are the best. Very fine adjustment to fit different sizes.
I've never been a very handy guy but as i get older I've gotten braver at trying to fix things myself. The one thing I've learned is having the right quality tool for the job is so important. I really appreciate the information i get from your videos! Thanks
You are right, Jim. Cheap/crap tools just make the job harder.
My tools have accumulated over my 70 years (even before, because some came from Dad). In recent years, a few Knipex have found their way into my tool drawers (and one EDC in a pocket) and I’ve never been disappointed. Yes, my Malco Eagle Grips are the best vise grips ever to come out of DeWitt, Nebraska, but my Cobra and Knipex cutters really have made work easier. Not cheap, but worth it.
the stories behind wiha and wera would be nice since both are also good german tools brands
Hands down in my aviation job, if the tool crib has the wera diamond bits I need I always request them first. I break 5:1, standard vs wera diamond
As you stated German tool company however where are Wiha and Wera origin of manufacture ?
@@vicpetrishak7705 the short answer is it depends, most products will be from germany, a few from some other european countries; what really matters is the end product quality; I’m aware that ameriicans prefer local manufactured tools, but economics work different from nationalism beliefs and at that point the origin of a tool becomes irrelevant when it does the job as expected and you can count on it for long term
Professional electrician, and I use a lot of Knives, and love them.
Don't do it guys, unless you have plenty of money to spare. Knipex tools are addicting. No lie, i was to the point that I was hiding Amazon packages from my wife, lol. Each one usually was a Knipex tool that i "arguably" didn't need, but you never know. I've calmed it down lately but only because I have nearly all their stuff besides the small electronic stuff.
They are the best for my application. I’m a field service engineer for medical imaging systems.(xray and vascular equipment) Much of which are German and French.
I have used many brands but have found both Knipex and Wiha to be the best for me. Both brands are excellent and have never failed me however it’s subjective to your application.
There's a great video showing why Knipex wire cutters are the best. It has extreme close-ups of the wire (both stranded and solid), as well as the impact on the blades. Knipex steel is harder, and they use a 50 degree angle where most others are 45 degrees. When you see it close-up, you can see that Knipex is obviously better than anyone else!
I know which video your referencing I would argue the test isn't valid for the tool of he's testing with and yes the Knipex is better. You can tell it would be just by it's physical build.
Because that UA-camr is a Knife Guy. I think he wanted something he could do something with which is why the flat Steel. He could re harden, sharpen and bevel them.
I knew right away that the shear included with the stripper what's going to be wrecked by 12 gauge solid core wire. I had always been taught to not use that sheer for solid core wire and to use a diagonal cutter. That style of tool was just the incorrect one for cutting and stripping Romex.
Great video. When I was a 1st yr, I had all klein. W kleins drop in quality, I wanted different. I found knipex in 2017 and slowly but surely replaced every tool I had and found some that made my life easier. Like the tubix and the cobalt bolt cutters. I can't wait for the new xomfoer grip line to hit the US. And yeah, menards had dome of their stuff. Dipped only. They used to have comfort grip but that was at least 3 or 4 years ago. Thanks for the video on my favorite tool brand
I have a knipex sidecutter for 17 years with hard work on it (was doing mobile phone towers every day) still the cutting edge and everything else is in perfect condition, there are only scratches from use. I also have 8 knipex cobra pliers still performing like new, i also have newer knipex tools which probably will last as long and even more. The best tools i have.
I never knew about Knipex until watching your video. Now I have about 30 or more of them. You are right.
As a kid, I lived in a railroad town and we always would see Knipex pliers all the time. They used them to tighten the wheels so they didn't fall off on the turns. Hi Jeff.
Interestingly, ferriers (or more exactly, farriers) use a pliers-type tool that looks like what you might use to pull out nails from wood. One difference is that none of the pliers today actually grip right at the surface. Farriers pliers do. They can also be used to remove guitar frets because they can grab the frets right at the fingerboard. Luthiers often grind down their nail-pulling pliers to achieve this close grip. Does anybody care? Probably not.
I'm waiting for Knipex to make thin jaw locking pliers. Great tools. I own many Knipex tools. Excellent. Great customer service.
Have a bunch, and they're grade A: cobras, pliers wrenches, long nose, angled long nose, twin grips, diagonal cutters, end cutters, etc. Recently picked up that leather punch and it's great. Ordered all mine online from Home Depot, Lowes, eBay, and Amazon.
In northern Illinois Knipex can be found at Menard's, Northern Tool, Lowes, Ace, and Johnstone Supply, that I know of.
Good video sir. My very first tool from Knipex is their Raptor and I think I made one of the best decision in my life, because what I have discovered is that, they can also turn round things, not just hex or square shape fasteners like nuts and bolts.
I've gotten a few Knipex tools over the last few years and they've been great and good to see you're a fan as well
As a Pole, I definitely have to agree with Knipex for the quality of workmanship and durability. Ergonomics are also at a very high level. I use parallel pliers, for pumps and for electricians and a few other small tools. Their prices are outrageous but it is a purchase for life.
I knew these were outstanding but I didn't know how seriously they take catering to their customers every need until seeing your video. It's clearly a great company. I love family owned businesses, for sure. Yeah, I knew about the k. 😊
I've been using Knipex tools since 1987. I'd rate them 99 out of 100 any day.
Funny story........ I had a pair of Cobras that I was using to do some work for a WWII vet years ago. He saw them lying on my saw horse, picked them up, and said
"Those damn Germans made some fine tools and weapons.".
When a German wants good tools he goes and talks to a Swede.
I use their toothless pliers in a metal shop. This pliers has, by itself, saved $50,000.00(US) by enabling us to fix bend errors by my coworkers over the last 7 years. This was accomplished by not creating scrap metal, and remaking parts that would require cutting into new sheets, which are 4'x12'. These pliers will create enough force to completely flatten a bend in 18Ga stainless, and has worked on .125 mill aluminum (aluminum deforms too much and does not allow for a flattend bend. So, if you complain about the cost of these tools, they can pay for themselves. -Oh, and they tighten chrome plumbing nuts without scratches too...
I spoke with the german reps at the Knipex booth at a trad show last week and they confirmed the pronunciation to me (same as the way you say it!) Cobra water pump pliers are my go to, and I EDC a little pair of the 4" Cobra XS in my pocket. At the show I picked up the wire cutter/strippers, and it's substantially better than the klines I used to use
I have put those wire cutters threw the ringer for years and they still cut like new. They see more action than a single J.lo. 😂
Great video, great tools. Here in Europe they are the best for sure. First time when I saw one, was when I was a kid My grandfather was using the carpenter pincers manufactured in 1922. I still have it and it's in very good condition.
Yes, Maynard's has them. That's how I discovered them. Stopped in a manards driving cross country and they caught my eye. Picked up an 8 inch pliars wrench because it just blew my mind. Then I fell down the rabbit hole qnd have maybe ten different plairs.
Definitely better than any other brand I've got my hands on comparing style for style and then I've use the wrong knipex pliers for an unintended use they still surprised me in off the wall functional uses. I'm a guy with heck of a grip snapped the rivet on multiple brands of vise grips style locking pliers and have yet to break anything made by knipex
YAY! I LOVE KNIPEX!!!!!! and thank you for bringing up the pronunciation; one of my personal pet peeves (along with GIF haha). I gotta get me one of those shirts!
Superb video! Such well made walkthrough!
Regards from Sweden
I got into Knipex after watching Adam Savage talking about his diagonal
cutters. Love them! I'm gradually adding to my collection, as I see them on sale.
BTW, for German names, if you see EI together you pronounce that as a long "I".
Greeting's, I went to my neighborhood Menards today and found some Knipex tools in the hammer, plier alley.
That is one thing I love about watching your channel. You explain things like it is our first time seeing this. Which is probably what retains first-time viewers. Versus the other ones where they're like oh well I already covered this deal with it. Now with the things that you are saying you already covered, will you put a length or explain where they can find that. ❤❤❤❤❤❤
I found them at a tiny local parts store a few months ago . Of course they are asking top dollar for them . I did buy a 5 inch pair of water pump pliers that I'd been looking at for a good while for $15 more than I could've got them for several times on sale . But they're nice and always helpful , I needed them that day and they were hanging there right in front of my face lol .
I have an older pair of front end nippers that I use primarily for pulling nails through thd back of trim pieces. After watching this video I need a pair of the Cobra locking pliers!
I’ve got several pairs and sizes of the different pliers. Fine stuff. I really enjoy the mini bolt cutters though. I keep a pair in each of my family’s autos and travel tool bags. Handy!
Menards in my area has cobras and pliers wrenches.
I bought the knipex 6 inch pliers wrench for work and then I switched it up and bought Harbor Freight's version of the 10 inch. I gotta say that I am very pleased with the quality of both, they are tanks!
Love Knipex tools ... and you got me with the Meat Church rubs in the Craftsman toolbox :). Good review and content ... new sub.
I only recently (in the last couple of years) learned about Knipex. I’m changing jobs at work from a frac hand to an Electronics Tech. I’ve been adding tons of Knipex (and Wera) to my bag.
You can get Knipex in the Chicago area at a contractor tool supply business called Borland’s House of Tools.
as a 40yr professional in the electrical and construction industry, I have always relied on quality tools to complete my job. It is no surprise that Klein tools are/were the industry standard in the electrical trade and the choice of many professionals. However, in the past few years, I have replaced my Klein pliers with Knipex and never looked back. Knipex are FAR superior in ergonomics, function and durability over similar Klein counterparts. Yes, Knipex are more expensive, but I have learned through experience that the saying, "buy once, cry once" has a lot of truth in it.
They make the Oetiker crimp tool also. Best wire cutters and grip wrench pliers, they fit in your hand, and grip, the machine fit and finish is like jeweler precision
I first noticed Knipex alligator pliers in '81 when I saw all the site electricians who were fitting hard cabling in the plant rooms were using them to tighten up the glands, which 'aint easy !
Hands down the best place to buy Knipex is KC Tool. They carry everything for the brand, and their service and warranty care are outstanding.
The "bolt end cutting nipper" 61 02 200 is a beast at cutting and pulling framing nails. I call it my booboo pliers. The cutting edge is at the hinge and it has surprisingly better cutting force and pulling leverage when cutting shiners in tight spots or pulling nails. 16 pennies are just butter.
knipex and wiha for everyday use. Knipex is the only pair of channel locks Ive found that I like.
Menards do indeed stock Knipex in store. And yes, you do get the 11% off rebate on them. I wish they didn't. Because once I held a pair in store I had to buy some.
May be the more basics in the two pegged rows locally but outside of a job need they have what you need for at home.
How are the prices at Menards? We don't have a Menards, but I drive by one when going to visit family. Might be worth stopping by for that 11% rebate.
@@omegis13 Menards prices are pretty comparable to Home Depot and Lowes. And just like those 2, they have most of their products viewable via their site/app if you're curious. Because personally I spend the time to check before I head out the door instead of walking into a place without knowing. "Knowing is half the battle" after all. As far as the "rebate". Literally not worth anything unless you shop there regularly as it's not cash back. It's a voucher to use in-store. But they don't really expire so if you build up a collection of rebates you can still you use them on the occasions where you find yourself in menards country. I save mine for bigger things like getting "free" bbq/smoker, etc.
@omegis13 seem to be pretty standard the last time I looked. I don't remember if they pop up on their website or not. 11% rebate is a store credit that gets mailed back to you after you submit your receipt witha quick rebate slip you need to grab at the counter after checking out.
Yes I have them, and since I got my first ones at a Sears about 2014 I no longer buy any other players brand. I have a lot of older Klein because they used to be my favorite, but I just don't reach for them anymore.
BTW that players wrench is absolutely a game changer, if you don't have them your lost! I literally chucked almost all my Crescent stile adjustable wrenches, only kept the giant 14 inch and bigger ones.
We need more content like this!!
Love my Knipex and I have many.. My only regret is that it took me so long to find them. Absolutely the best. If you don't have them get the Twin Grips. Use them more than I ever thought I would. So much so I bought a second to have on the road. I usually get mine on line at Haus of Tools
Watching and waiting for the new 82 01 150 to come out already....great video.
I work in industrial maintenance and use my knipex stuff every day. I have multiple bags set up for service work and used to have various plier brands but have been switching each of them out for knipex after constantly finding myself going back to the truck for the cobras. The only disappointment I've had was the lineman pliers, never noticed as much of a difference vs ideal,klein, wiha etc.
Don't use their needle nose to pry....I now have a custom set of shorter nose needle nose pliers.
My bad!
If ur looking for cheap but still goodish quality go for Bauer or Hercules
Smooth jaw pliers come in handy for so many applications.
Knipex is the top standard. I have Knipex, MAC and Channellocks. All have held up over 2 decades.
Great video, I have some old school craftsman alligator pliers that are made in Germany I wonder if they where manufactured by knipex
Me, too. Now you've got me thinkin...
Pretty sure they were. Either that or they jumped on it with a exact replica knockoff. Craftsman stopped selling them a while back. I need to replace the button, so i am gonna order one from knipex and see if it fits. Next to my other, though, it looks exactly the same.
@@buckmahaffey7648 will be waiting for an update
Home Depot, Rona, and Canadian Tire, among others, carry Knipex. The only other brands I'd consider are Klien for cutters and Snap-on for their combination & needle nose ACF series pliers. Doesn't get any better than that lineup! imho.
Great video. I have a bunch of them and most are about 20 years old. Never have had to warranty any of them. All the tool trucks offer them and I have seen them at Home Depot. Pro tip no one makes a better canon plug plier than they do. Great stuff. Thanks for the video. 😊
OC Tool House in Brea, California has a massive selection of Knipex in store at all times. They also carry other German brands as well as many other high end tool brands.
Love my Knipex, got my first pair off Snap-On when they did the stand on the handle example. Absolutely love the smooth parallel jaw ones, even have the small one (6" I think).
Great video! I have the shirt and a couple small Cobras. My father was a heavy duty mechanic and often mentioned Kuh-nip-X over the years.
Knipex are the best pliers.. I agree! My favorite wrenches and sockets are Tekton! I'm new to the channel. If you already covered them, sorry. But, I think they are a worthy look.
Here in California, I buy mine at Fasteners Tool Outlet!
They also have Wiha, and their prices beat Home Depot on the things they both sell!
I just now went and bought a pair of the 5" Knips for tech work. Thanks
I just found out about this brand a few days ago. One of my favorite UA-cam channels tested a pair of pliers against a whole slew of competitors, and it came out on top by a substantial margin
Here in Canada, the HD's near me only carry one Knipex tool and that's their 8" cobolt cutters. Only the small shops, like Tegs Tools, can I walk into and see a selection of Knipex.
Those new pipe cutters are interesting. They're fast adjusting like the cobra.
I agree, I bought a set of pliers a few years back and I loved them so much that I bought two more 😊
After the first one, I have dozens, even the mini 4i nch to the massive 18" cobra comfort grip. Same with all my Wera and Whia screwdriver plies. German hand tools, all other pale.
How are their diagonal cutters? I been having to warranty my doyle set once a week and use them enough to buy top of the line
I’m new to your channel and throughly enjoy it. That being said, could you please do a review on Wiha and Wera tools if you haven’t already.
Wiha, Knipex, and Wera are my everyday tools for my job working on medical imaging equipment. I also use Jet brand titanium (non ferrous) tools when I service MRI equipment. I’d like to hear your thoughts.
Also PB Baumann tools (Swiss made) are excellent. Very precise.
Yep, I love my Knipex. I have Cobra’s, Twin Grips and a full snap ring set in foam. Got a few more on my list im looking to get
I bought the knipex cobalt cutters at Northern Tool
Love your videos, I would love to see a video about Mac Tools/Matco.
After years of using universal style snap ring pliers, and being routinely frustrated by them, I finally broke down and bought the Knipex master set. It wasn't cheap, but man do they make dealing with those clips a lot easier. My only complaint is that for what they cost, or even if they charged a touch more, I would like the set to come in a real case and not just the cheesy retail display packaging. Keeping them organized in the future once that packaging breaks down is going to be a nightmare.
What an excellent video. I hope you do a similar one for Wera!
Bath Industrial Supply in Bath Maine has a great selection
Good video. I have a bunch of Knipex. They are the best period.
I know this is kind of a bad word here, but the Snap On truck that comes to our shop has the full 4 plire set of Knipex. Only problem is it's way over pricedhe wanted like $350 for the set. So I have the 3 pairs from Harbor Freight. They work fine. I do have the really small set of Knipex because Harbor Freight didn't have that size and I wanted the full 4 plire set. Lol.
I have had Knipex pliers since my uncle gave me a pair for my birthday 1999. Today I have 20 pairs and plan to buy more. I'm also interested in checking into the Orbis band.
Love this style of video. I'm not big on when you read an ad.
I bought some a while back on the DOTW and was blown away at how good these are. The only reason I haven't bought more is because I have SO MANY pliers right now... Some day if I need something additional, I'll definately look at this brand.