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Klein Tools 11053 Klein-Kurve Wire Stripper and Cutter for 6-12 AWG Stranded Wire, Made in USA, 7-1/8-Inch

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Klein-Kurve

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Material Alloy Steel
Color Blue/Red
Grip Type Ergonomic

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  • Strips, cuts and gauges 6-12 AWG stranded wire
  • Precision ground stripping holes
  • Strong-gripping serrated nose for easy bending, shaping, and pulling of wire
  • Cleanly shears 6-32 and 8-32 screws, with holes for looping and bending wire
  • Made in USA
  • Coil spring provides fast self-opening action
  • Easy-to-read markings
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Ergonomic
4.8 4.8
Comfort
4.8 4.8
Easy to use
4.6 4.6

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Ergonomic
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Comfort
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From the manufacturer

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About Klein Tools

As an American manufacturer of hand tools for more than 160 years, Klein Tools makes premium-quality, professional-grade tools that deliver performance, durability and precision. Our team continues to put six generations of expertise into each tool by using the highest quality materials and superior workmanship.

Klein Tools doesn't just make great products, we make great products that stand up to the demands of the professionals who use them every day … Since 1857.

Klein-Kurve Wire Stripper and Cutter for 6-12 AWG Stranded Wire, 7-1/8-Inch

This Klein-Kurve Wire Stripper/Cutter is designed to cut, strip and loop a wide range of stranded copper wires. Precision shear-type blades produce a clean cut. Screw shearing holes cleanly shear 6-32 and 8-32 screws.

  • Strips, cuts and gauges 6-12 AWG stranded wire
  • Precision ground stripping holes
  • Strong-gripping serrated nose for easy bending, shaping, and pulling of wire
  • Holes for looping and bending wire
  • Cleanly shears 6-32 and 8-32 screws
  • Coil spring provides fast self-opening action
  • Easy-to-read markings
  • Handy closure lock for convenient storage

FEATURES

Klein Tools

Klein Tools

Klein Tools

Klein Tools

Strips, cuts and gauges 6-12 AWG stranded wire

Precision ground stripping holes

Strong-gripping serrated nose for easy bending, shaping, and pulling of wire

Coil spring provides fast self-opening action

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Product Description

This Klein-Kurve Wire Stripper/Cutter is designed to cut, strip and loop a wide range of stranded copper wires. Precision shear-type blades produce a clean cut. Screw shearing holes cleanly shear 6-32 and 8-32 screws. For use on 6-12 AWG stranded wire. For more than 160 years, Klein Tools has manufactured premium-quality, professional-grade hand tools that deliver the performance, durability and precision needed to get the job done right. Our family of engineers, workers and craftsman continue to put six generations of expertise into every tool we create by using only the highest quality materials, superior workmanship, and keeping manufacturing as close to home as we can. Klein isn't just the name of our company, it's also our family name. And since we're an American company that's family-owned and family-run, you know you can count on us to be here tomorrow. Klein Tools doesn't just make great products, we make great products that stand up to the demands of the professionals who use them every day ... Since 1857.

From the Manufacturer

This Klein-Kurve 11053 Wire Stripper and Cutter is designed to cut, strip and loop a wide range of stranded copper wires. Precision shear-type blades produce a clean cut. Screw shearing holes cleanly shear 6-32 and 8-32 screws.

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Safety Information

Always wear approved eye protection.NOT insulated. Plastic-dipped or slip-on plastic handles are NOT intended for protection against electrical shock.Never use on or near live electrical circuits.

Customer reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8 out of 5
3,150 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the quality, ease of use, value, sharpness and cut quality of the wire stripper. For example, they mention it works well for stripping, the handles are comfortable and easy on the hands. Some appreciate the cut quality, saying it cuts like no other and doesn't inadvertently cut the wire. That said, some complain about the condition.

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375 customers mention347 positive28 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the wire stripper. They mention that it works well for stripping and cutting stranded wire. Some say that the tool works fine and that it strips small wires very well. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

"The product is excellent.......much better than others I have purchased in the past...." Read more

"...It's a Klein product so you know it works. Strips great and feels great in the hands. I would highly recommend it!" Read more

"...lights that screw into license plate holes, these work excellent at stripping those tiny wires. Easy to use, fast shipping and makes jobs easier." Read more

"I bought this wire stripper specifically for its ability to strip 6 AWG wire. It does it nicely. Many strippers don’t go that big." Read more

77 customers mention77 positive0 negative

Customers find the wire stripper easy to use. They mention that the tool is comfortable, and the handle lock is very conveniently placed. Some say that the steel is good quality, and that the handles are comfortable to use, making it easy on the hands. Overall, most are satisfied with the ease of use of the wire trimmer.

"...It's a Klein product so you know it works. Strips great and feels great in the hands. I would highly recommend it!" Read more

"...Easy to use, fast shipping and makes jobs easier." Read more

"...It makes stripping wire effortless and harder to do wrong." Read more

"...Very comfortable when chewing through a whole load center worth of wires." Read more

63 customers mention53 positive10 negative

Customers like the value of the wire stripper. They say it's well worth the price and a great tool.

"...fancy, no extraordinary features, no exotic materials, and priced accordingly. This is the good...." Read more

"...It arrived quickly and has been a joy to work with. Worth every penny." Read more

"Great product and price!" Read more

"...This saves me so much time. Build quality is fantastic! Worth the money!" Read more

43 customers mention43 positive0 negative

Customers like the sharpness of the wire stripper. They say the blades are very sharp and even. They also mention that the stops are perfect, so the sharp edges cut through the insulation without scratching it.

"...The stops are perfect, so the sharp edges cut through the insulation without scratching the copper...." Read more

"I really like the fit and texture of the handle and it is sharp and strips the wire easily." Read more

"Klein makes very high quality tools. The blades are nice and sharp; the handles are perfectly padded with a nonslip finish...." Read more

"I bought these to install an EV Charger. I was really surprised how cleanly they cut. Not a single wire was frayed...." Read more

21 customers mention18 positive3 negative

Customers like the cut quality of the wire stripper. They say it's sharp and reliable, with no cutting of any wire strands. It also makes clean deep cuts without nicking the conductors. Customers are also happy with the precision tooling, saying there are no more cut strand after setting the wire.

"...for a while now, and they still work perfectly, clean deep cuts without nicking the conductors...." Read more

"...Not a single wire was frayed. They made cutting thick, heavy wire a breeze. They're light, portable, strong, and feel pretty good in hand...." Read more

"...has markings for both solid and stranded wire, so no more accidentally nicking the outer strands. The thumb lock is placed just right...." Read more

"...I just get very good strips with this one, with usually no cutting of any wire strands. My other pairs are all hit-and-miss in comparison...." Read more

18 customers mention15 positive3 negative

Customers like the appearance of the wire stripper. They say it has a good design, classic style, and is sturdy. Some customers also mention that the tool has s a nice shape for their right hand and feels sturdy. Overall, customers are satisfied with the appearance and functionality of the product.

"...That said, this is true Klein design, nothing fancy, no extraordinary features, no exotic materials, and priced accordingly...." Read more

"...My other pairs are all hit-and-miss in comparison. The tool has a nice shape for my right hand and just feels sturdy." Read more

"These are amazing for model train set layouts. Able to get those small wires that can't strip with others. Easy to use and fast...." Read more

"These strippers work really well. Nice and sharp, they easily strip insulation off wires without damaging the conductor." Read more

18 customers mention13 positive5 negative

Customers like the fit of the wire stripper. For example, they say it fits comfortably in their hand, has an excellent feel, and is accurate in dimensions. Some mention that the wire is sized for stranded wire and the hinge pin is tight, so the gap does not vary if they try to wiggle the grip.

"I really like the fit and texture of the handle and it is sharp and strips the wire easily." Read more

"...The hinge pin is tight, so the gap does not vary if I try to wiggle the grip. Otherwise, they appear to be well made." Read more

"...would rate these at just being okay mostly because the openings are just a little too big and so that wire jacket doesn't get completely cut and it..." Read more

"...The blades are razor sharp, the sizing is perfect, and I'm making crimps in half the time. Simple but well made product...." Read more

19 customers mention4 positive15 negative

Customers are not satisfied with the condition of the wire stripper. They mention that the various cutting edges are mangled, the fit and finish is not superb, and the quality is not as good as other tools. Some say that the tool wasn't originally well made and the cutting edges get dull. Some customers also mention that it's incredibly scuffed up and very dirty.

"Only issue was cutting the wire. Blades have a gap in between causing poor cuts." Read more

"...The bad, is that their cutters are consistently either not as sharp as they should be, or cut too deeply for their setting...." Read more

"...as used, the blackened hinge pin was almost silver, because the finish was worn off. The grips were cleaned but the rest was grimy...." Read more

"...I was really surprised how cleanly they cut. Not a single wire was frayed. They made cutting thick, heavy wire a breeze...." Read more

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Great tool
I couldn't find anyone selling anything for small wires except for klien. I have bought there tools before and am happy with them. It does a great job not damaging the wire. I use them on 22awg a ton so I am happy to own them.
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Sébastien
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent wire stripper
Reviewed in Canada on June 15, 2023
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sp4rkie
5.0 out of 5 stars geniale Zange
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Nicola C.
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Héctor Borbón
5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente compra y de buena calidad
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5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect for stripping fine stranded cable
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