American vs. German tools: Knipex vs. Klein, vs. Channellock: which lineman's pliers are better?
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 Published On Apr 19, 2020

Going toe-to-toe today are these models of linesman's.
Which one is the best? Watch to find out:
Channellock 369: $20-$25
“Soft” Klein (D213-9NE): $25-$30
“Hard” Klein (D2000-9NE): $30-$35
Knipex 09-01-240: $40-$45
Milwaukee 48-22-6100: $18-$23

Timestamps:
1:07 Models and prices
4:47 First test
6:40 Preliminary inspection of cutting surfaces
8:03 Rope cutting test
9:28 Cutting UF cable
10:58 Cutting AC/BX cable
12:42 Cutting SOOW
14:20 Cutting screws
14:40 Cutting SPAX wood screws
16:27 Reviewing the damage done to the tools
18:20 Conclusions

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