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4.7
165
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 4.7 out of 5
165 Reviews


94% Recommend this product

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What Customers Are Saying

This versatile wire stripper is praised for its excellent performance, durable construction, and comfortable ergonomic design. It consistently and cleanly strips a variety of wire gauges, both solid and stranded. The stainless steel blades and sturdy spring-loaded mechanism make it a long-lasting tool. While the small handles may not suit larger hands, and the spring can occasionally pop out, the overall consensus is that this is a high-quality tool offering great value.

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165 Customer Reviews

ALWAYS cuts a few strands on 12g stranded slot.

Would Not Recommend

12g stranded slot not sized properly. It ALWAYS cuts a few strands. Good for solid wire though.

April 8, 2021
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We are sorry to hear that you are not 100% satisfied with your purchase and appreciate the feedback. If there is anything we can do to help, please c...

Southwire Tools SupportApril 12, 2021

Works well for a novice

Would Recommend

My office’s fluorescent ballasts needed to be changed out. If you’ve ever done that, you know there are a million tiny wires to strip (not really a million, but a lot). These made the job much easier than trying to score the sheathing then pull it off. Saved me a lot of time and aggravation.

February 8, 2021
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Wire cutter higher quality

Would Recommend

I've always wanted a pair of these wire cutters, but i just never bought one. I looked at Harbor Freight, but the ones a Lowes were definitely of higher quality metal. I used them soon after I bought them and they really made splicing wires so much easier than peeling covering with a knife. Definitely worth the purchase.

December 19, 2020
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Does the job

Would Recommend

I bought these after having to strip four wires with a knife and realizing I had a lot more to go. They were the most economic (i.e. cheap) wire strippers that Lowes had and they do the job just fine. I wouldn't recommend them for an electrician's duty belt, but for the standard at-home handyman, these are perfect.

March 13, 2020
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Response from Southwire Tools Support

We are happy to hear you are satisfied with your purchase. Thank you for your feedback!

Southwire Tools SupportApril 23, 2020

Southwire compact wire/Cutter/Stripper

Would Recommend

I am 71 years old and have spent 43 years in aviation between 20 years in the US Airforce and the remaining time as an A&P Aircraft mechanic. Also I have been working on automobiles since I was 17 years old. I have to say these are the best wire strippers I have ever owned. I wish I would have found them sooner. And I would like to say thanks Lowe’s for all that you do for us Veterans.

January 30, 2020
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
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Response from Southwire Tools Support

We are happy to hear you are satisfied with your purchase. Thank you for your feedback!

Southwire Tools SupportApril 23, 2020

This is the perfect size cutter/stripper

Would Recommend

This is the perfect size cutter/stripper for any handyman or "do-it-your-selfer" when making repairs around the home. They are sharpe and compact allowing you to work with ease while perched atop a ladder. I have the habit of sticking tools in my back pocket so that I can easily retrieve the tools needed to complete a job.

December 18, 2019
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
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Great for home owner

Would Recommend

This wire stripper was perfect for most jobs. Has a lock clip which is very nice, as it stores much easier. Stays in my RV and it is like Lon Chaney sitting at the bar drinking a Pina Colada and his hair is PERFECT!!

December 11, 2019
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
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Southwire Compact Wire Cutter/Stripper

Would Recommend

Works very well sharp and easy to use

November 27, 2019
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
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Cr?p defined as poor qualith

Would Not Recommend

I purchased the S1018STR wire stripper last year when I was rewiring a house I was rehabbing with # 12 & 14 copper. These strippers did not last the job not summer before the cutting blades burred or were dinged bad enough that I could not cut the copper. nor close the cutters. I did not try to file the burrs down if they are stainless. I did not cut anything other than copper wire. I am not inexperienced.

November 1, 2019

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We appreciate your experienced feedback. Thank you for sharing, we find this valuable when developing products.

Tools February 2, 2021

Sharp and solid

Would Recommend

Great stripper tool that seems to hold a sharp edge though abuse and use. Wish it had a few smaller gauge strip holes, but overall very quality tool.

October 23, 2019
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
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Do exactly what you want them to do

Would Recommend

Work great. Super, super sharp. Stripped about a 1000 ends and haven’t shown any sign of slowing down

October 19, 2019
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
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