Wire cutters for SHTF

[nmcampbe]

These look pretty nice. If you have ever had to cut through quality wire it can be difficult. These look a lot lighter than bolt cutters and easier to carry. Little expensive but may be worth it if they work.


http://http://www.botachtactical.com/kzcochliwicu.html

 

[Dj15802]

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[nmcampbe]

Try that maybe.

 

[tom1025]

You might as well carry Multipurpose Fence Pliers.

Fence Pliers - HOOVER FENCE COMPANY

See link for description in case you don't know what they are. You can get higher end ones. Pliers, hammer, and wire cutters all in one.

 

[justjoe]

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tom beat me to it. cheaper and more options with fence pliers. a pair of these will last forever and are very versatile.

 

[dilligaf]

I really like the Channel Lock Rescue tool.

 

[052.5GT]

The West Lafayette walmart had channel lock brand fence pliers in the clearance isle, marked down to 12 bucks.

 

[BigMoose]

bleh, go find some M1938 wire cutters at a surplus store. They work great and cost a ton less.

 

[the1kidd03]

Used a pair similar to these for many years cutting wire conveyor belts. Worth MORE than their weight in gold. The one's we had were red handled and spring loaded auto-opening, IDK if these are.

Shop Kobalt 8-in Bolt Cutter at Lowes.com=

 

[melensdad]

Wire cutters for SHTF

These look pretty nice. If you have ever had to cut through quality wire it can be difficult. These look a lot lighter than bolt cutters and easier to carry. Little expensive but may be worth it if they work.


http://http://www.botachtactical.com/kzcochliwicu.html

So you intend to use these break into other people's homes/property and steal their stuff?

Sounds like a good way to get shot.

 

[Curls & Swirls]

So you intend to use these break into other people's homes/property and steal their stuff?

Sounds like a good way to get shot.

LOL, that was my first thought when I read the thread title!!

 

[stlaser]

I have something like the 10.5" multi purpose fence pliers and they work well.

You might as well carry Multipurpose Fence Pliers.

Fence Pliers - HOOVER FENCE COMPANY

See link for description in case you don't know what they are. You can get higher end ones. Pliers, hammer, and wire cutters all in one.

 

[LockStocksAndBarrel]

LOL, that was my first thought when I read the thread title!!

My take:

In a "get me home" situation or a bug out scenario, these can come in handy to allow for a short cut throuh a large fenced area. If time is of the essence (and it usually will be), it keeps you from having to go around or through an area of poor cover or toward danger.

In an E and A scenario, it can save your life if you can quicly gain access to a safer location.

YMMV

 

[schapm]

I'll stick with a Leatherman. May not be the best tool for the job, but at least I won't be loaded down with tools. I keep one of those fence pliers that tom1025 referenced in my vehicle. I think those are kind of like a redneck secret handshake. If you have them or know what they are, you might be a redneck.

 

[roisigns]

In a "get me home" situation or a bug out scenario, these can come in handy to allow for a short cut throuh a large fenced area.

This could be very handy for escaping a highway traffic jam death trap (assuming you have a vehicle capable of offroad travel).

 

[GLOCKMAN23C]

You might as well carry Multipurpose Fence Pliers.

Fence Pliers - HOOVER FENCE COMPANY

See link for description in case you don't know what they are. You can get higher end ones. Pliers, hammer, and wire cutters all in one.

I went with fence pliers as well. I put one in my GHB, they could also double as a weapon (not my first choice though.) They're fairly compact and lightweight, and a true muti-tool. A leatherman or the like, does not have the leverage to cut chainlink easily.

 

[WETSU]

Small bolt cutters have a lot of uses beyond breaking and stealing.

Cutting median wire barriers to hang a U turn is one. Same same for barrier fences along roads and interstates. Gaining access to controlled areas, like a parking garage after hours-to get some sleep. Traversing a large area that is fenced off. Factory, rail yard, airport etc.

And yes, cutting locks, chains and fences to steal stuff, destroy equipment and kill people that need killing. If you think SHTF is gonna be how you planned it sitting at Bob Evans with your buds, think again. There may be some stealin and killin that needs done.

 

[tom1025]

I'll stick with a Leatherman. May not be the best tool for the job, but at least I won't be loaded down with tools. I keep one of those fence pliers that tom1025 referenced in my vehicle. I think those are kind of like a redneck secret handshake. If you have them or know what they are, you might be a redneck.

Lol. I am Redneck by choice.

 

[armedindy]

 

[tom1025]

I would only use that as a last resort. To many exposed edges to cut yourself on when you can just carry the proper tool for the job.