Klein Tools 11046 Wire Stripper, Wire Cutter for 16-26 AWG Stranded Wire, Compact Nose with Precision-Ground Stripping Holes, Made in USA

This is a review on Klein Tools wire strippers type 11046EP. These are excellent wire strippers from a trusted USA maker. As a hobby guitar stomp box builder, I mainly use 22 awg multi-stranded PTFE insulated wire which I pre-cut into relatively short lengths (1 to 6 inches). My automatic strippers (AB Mk1s, I have both vintage and new) will not strip this PTFE to any acceptable standard. These Kleins work fine, but very short lengths (1-inch) are difficult to hold. I get round the problem by using the basic Klein /Ideal style to pre-cut the PTFE and ABs to pull off. It’s a bit of a ‘mess on’ but it works. I’m fussy about the tools I use and these Kleins are as good as you’ll get.

This wire stripper isn't quite as refined as the KLE11055 that I also have (with the curved handles), but it's still a pleasure to use. The blades are extremely sharp and work well for both cutting and stripping. This is a great size for general domestic repair work where you may need to strip mains flex as well as ribbon cable and hookup wire on PCBs.

These are great wire cutters, USA made and Klein Tools are a trusted brand. Good size range AWG 10 - 20. AWG 14/16 will strip internal blue, brown & earth wires. These are a breeze to use and strip solid wire perfectly and evenly with minumum pressure.

I know these are fab tools I had this one before and lost it I was soo glad to be able to get klein again well done U S A

Well made

For the price I was expecting better quality