Knipex 8″ Cobolt Compact Bolt Cutters – Plastic Grip

Introduction

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An all around tool for the toughest demands!

60% reduction in required force compared to conventional high leverage diagonal cutters. The ingenious lever action mechanism ensures a favorable lever ratio with very little friction. The cutting force is about 20 times higher than the hand force applied

Precision cutting edges for soft and hard wire and piano wire
Cuts components like bolts, nails, rivets, etc. up to 5.2 mm dia.
Exceptional cutting performance with minimum effort due to innovative, effective lever action design
Cutting edges additionally induction hardened approx. 64 HRC
Chrome vanadium heavy-duty steel, forged, oil-hardened
Plastic coated handles

NEW Patented Micro-Structured Cutting Edge

The new micro-structure cutting edge stops thicker round objects from slipping out during a cut.
Less cutting force is required since the object remains closer to the pivot point.
This new feature is great if you cut both round and flat objects

NEW Gripping Zone

New gripping jaws below the joint for gripping and pulling nails and wires larger than 0.04″ diameter
This CoBolt is now a multi-tool… even better for farming and fencing.
Overall Length (OAL):200-224mm (8.0-8.9 inches)Handle Material:Plastic Coated (Vinyl)