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What Customers Are Saying
The Kobalt bolt cutters are generally well-suited for a variety of cutting tasks, especially on smaller wires, chains, and fencing. Many customers found the cutters to be durable, easy to use, and effective at cutting through materials like wire shelving and chain link fencing. The 14-inch and 18-inch models seem to be the most popular sizes, providing good leverage and cutting power for most common household and DIY needs. However, some customers reported issues with the cutters struggling to cut through thicker or hardened materials like padlocks and rebar, and a few noted the blades becoming dented or dulled after cutting tougher items.
Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.Great quality and price!
Would RecommendI was able to cut a master lock with ease. You can see on the attached picture, the lock was locked backwards (terrible design from Master Lock). I forgot to take picture after using the bolt cutters but it works. I'm surprised at how easy it was to use the bolt cutters. Definitely recommend.
Used
Would Not RecommendDelivered today from local store and they have clearly been used. They didn’t have a tag or label.
This works great
Would RecommendI cut hollow metal tubing with it -- not solid, forged steel. I can tell it will come in handy again someday.
Work great!
Used these to cut wire and fencing.
It won’t cut a lock.
Would Not RecommendI couldn’t use it for what I intended. It was too small but I decided I should keep it.
Great tool
Would RecommendIt's just what I hope it to be. Did the cutting that I brough it for. No problem cutting & it worked like it was made for. Made my job so much easier. Thanks, Kobalt for making the great tool.
Verified Purchaser
Works so good my wife uses it.
Works great easy to use for cutting thick wire.
Great job
Would RecommendPerfect bolt cutter
Verified Purchaser
Small licks etc., ok not for cattle fencing.
Would RecommendPerformed how described.
I loved how easy these tools made cutting wire ,but i dont like that their already showing signs of wear.
Perfect size for most jobs
Would RecommendWorks great for cutting cattle panel
Easy to understand
Would RecommendEasy
Wire cutter
Would RecommendQuality
Would RecommendIt's a reliable tool
14 in. handle is the perfect size.
Would RecommendLove the shorter 14 in. handle for storing and keeping in the toolbox. Great blades on them.