|
Xcelite 170M 5" Shearcutter Micro Series | 
| Brand: Xcelite
Category: Home Improvement
List Price: $5.81
Buy New: $5.00
You Save: $0.81 (14%)
Rating:  3 reviews
Sales Rank: 24447
Media: Misc.
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3
MPN: 170M
Model: 170M
UPC: 037103029959
EAN: 0037103029959
ASIN: B0002BBZIS
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
| |
| Features:
| • | Low profile, general-purpose cutter | | • | Superior blade by-pass shear cutting action | | • | Better cuts with half the effort | | • | Greatly reduced mechanical shock delivered to the work | | • | Features red grips |
|
| Accessories:
|
| Similar Items:
|
| Editorial Reviews:
Product Description
General purpose cutter with flat return spring and cushioned grips. 5" in length. Vendor #170M. Net weight: 1/4 lb.
|
| Customer Reviews:
 light duty general purpose mini-handy cutters September 1, 2008
I use these handy cutters mostly for tie wraps and carry it w/me most everywhere as I'm always using them like on bicycle cables etc. Also great for fishing line. Way better than nail clippers. I carry them with the Xcelite mini-pliers for flyfishing for there small lightness but great efficiency. They leave a clean smooth cut as a finish. They're to soft for metal except maybe in a pinch and you can't beat the price. I would've given 5 stars if they cut metal but whadyaspect.
 Does The Job, Comfortable Handles August 24, 2007
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Highly useful little tool when cutting small wires. Makes neat cuts. The company web site indicates that "Greatly reduced mechanical shock delivered to the work" is an advantage, not sure if that's really an issue with this size wire. Seems durable so far, and matches the quality of my other Xcelite tools, some of which are approaching 20 years of use.
The handles are very comfortable, better than I can say for a lot of other tools!
The only drawback I would note is that the unit stays open, with no provision to lock closed. This exposes the short blades to nicks and eventual dulling from other tools in the tool box or bag. My advice is to either keep it in the blister pack, which will eventually crack, or pack it in a side pocket to avoid damage. A rubber band or conical tip cover might also work - something like a large wire nut, but flexible.
Made in the USA.
Probably not the right tool to cut Romex, but otherwise a recommended tool and handy for its intended use.
As expected.... July 11, 2007
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
Super sharp. I use them to cut tie raps. Works as expected. Many of this type on the market. Don't cut heavy metal though...you will tear them up!
|
|
|
Not sure you are seeing the best price? Compare at PriceRunner
powered by full speed | |
