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German vs US Wire Strippers? Knipex, Klein, Irwin, Kobalt, Craftsman, Ideal, Neiko, Horusdy, Dowell

Apr 2022/16 min/12 products tested

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The verdict

  1. 1

    Knipex

    avg finish 2.1

    “The brand with the best overall performance is the Knipex wire strippers with an average finish of 2.1.”
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  2. 2

    Irwin

    avg finish 2.3

    “However the Irwin wasn't too far behind with an average finish of 2.3.”
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Other picks

  • Best value

    Irwin

    “Considering the price the Irwin definitely seems like the best value.”
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  • Also noted

    Klein

    “The Klein tools and the Craftsman also performed very well and I definitely consider buying those as well.”
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  • Also noted

    Craftsman

    “The Klein tools and the Craftsman also performed very well and I definitely consider buying those as well.”
  • Also noted

    Knipex (Self-Adjusting)

    “As far as the self-adjusting wire strippers I'm really impressed with the Knipex brand they really do an excellent job.”
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Everything tested 12

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