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Tools of the Trade => Bench Tools => Topic started by: Jeff_T on Apr 29, 2026, 08:03 PM

Title: Wire stripper
Post by: Jeff_T on Apr 29, 2026, 08:03 PM
https://www.harborfreight.com/pistol-grip-self-adjusting-wire-stripper-and-cutter-59729.html

I bought one of these this week and I highly recommend it for quality and price.

The following video raises an interesting comparison between the Harbor Freight and the Snap On models.

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Uu18I8uOLLo
Title: Re: Wire stripper
Post by: JKnightandKARR on Apr 29, 2026, 09:58 PM
Quote from: Jeff_T on Apr 29, 2026, 08:03 PMhttps://www.harborfreight.com/pistol-grip-self-adjusting-wire-stripper-and-cutter-59729.html

I bought one of these this week and I highly recommend it for quality and price.

The following video raises an interesting comparison between the Harbor Freight and the Snap On models.

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Uu18I8uOLLo
I got something similar, much older pair, but those look pretty good.
Title: Re: Wire stripper
Post by: granz on Apr 30, 2026, 07:00 AM
I like my simple wire stripper:
https://www.amazon.com/Stripper-Adjustable-Stranded-Stripping-Electrical/dp/B0G3GRM7SP
(https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51JYfcLp02L._AC_SL1024_.jpg)

But your Harbor Freight one looks pretty nice. Now, I'm going to have to stop at my local store and pick one up. Thanks.
Title: Re: Wire stripper
Post by: Jeff_T on Apr 30, 2026, 09:59 AM
Thanks for the feedback guys, I have a bunch of wire strippers, Klein, Greenlee I have round cord strippers romex strippers one other pair of automatic strippers but this is the only pistol grip type I have. I think they are going to be awesome for working with electronics, I tried them on 24awg stranded and it was perfect I didn't lose a hair.
Title: Re: Wire stripper
Post by: Chris Savage on Apr 30, 2026, 10:21 AM
(https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51VF23Iz2rL._AC_SL1000_.jpg)

I have a set of these as far as automatic strippers go. But mine are in the garage as I only use these for automotive wiring, or power cables on robotics.



(https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51aHOLAbKeL._AC_SL1000_.jpg)

I also have a set of these in the garage and shop, though mine are Craftsman brand.



(https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41CKk1k0l4L._AC_SL1000_.jpg)

In my workshop I have several of this type of strippers, except they're red handled and cheaper brands. One set is fixed at 30 gauge wire for wire-wrapping. One is set for 22 gauge for breadboard wire, and one isn't set specifically.