Bruce Wayne
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I was wondering what you folks would recommend to cut chain link fencing? Would Knipex 71 01 200 get the job done? Is there a less expensive option?
Thanx!
Charlie
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Charlie
Pliers to cut chain link fencing
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Bronson
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I have used a bolt cutter with good success, if you have one.
DSLTRK
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What gauge? 9? 11? 11.5?
Also, what purpose of fence? For security, I'd use lineman pliers, creates a sharp point at end of wire.
For residential, Just use any pair of fence pliers that shear the wire, instead of splitting it when cutting.
And the Knipex mini bolt cutters will cut 9 gauge chainlink like butter, will leave sharp point though.
kctyphoon
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The better question is how much or how long do you need to do this. You can get 12" bolt cutters from HF for $9 before any discount. I'd think the Knipex mini or XL mini bolt cutters would be a good option for this too, but at $50 a pair I wouldn't buy em just to do a small project.
My partner at work has some 12" or 16" cheap bolt cutters we got from HD or HF. I've used them to cut 6.6 strand we use to hang phone cables and anchor poles. It's the smallest sized strand we use, with a 6,000 lb breaking strength. They work just fine on that, so I can't imagine them not making cutting some fence a breeze. The longer the handles, the easier your cutting will be - but you don't need anything big for this. I'd spend the $9 and get the HF 12" bolt cutters.. they'd work well for this. I wouldn't bother "buying" diagonals or lineman pliers for this. It's not what they're made for, but if you insist - a pair of 10" Knipex diagonals would also work - just not as well..
My partner at work has some 12" or 16" cheap bolt cutters we got from HD or HF. I've used them to cut 6.6 strand we use to hang phone cables and anchor poles. It's the smallest sized strand we use, with a 6,000 lb breaking strength. They work just fine on that, so I can't imagine them not making cutting some fence a breeze. The longer the handles, the easier your cutting will be - but you don't need anything big for this. I'd spend the $9 and get the HF 12" bolt cutters.. they'd work well for this. I wouldn't bother "buying" diagonals or lineman pliers for this. It's not what they're made for, but if you insist - a pair of 10" Knipex diagonals would also work - just not as well..
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gdocktor3
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Well, Bruce Wayne, if you're a "superman" you can use side cutters, linesman pliers, fencing tool, small bolt cutters, etc. If you're in fact a little boy, get some 4' bolt cutters.
freudianfloyd
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What about the Irwin Powerslot side cutters? I have yet to find anything they won't cut.
FigureItOut
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Fencing pliers. They will cut it easily and be handy for other associated tasks.
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kctyphoon
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I think those are made more for large opening chicken wire type or single wire "farm type" fencing that gets stapled onto wooden posts. They might work great for all I know, but you might have a hard time trying to fit that head through the chain link to get to the cutters, since they don't cut from the tip of the tool. They are designed to replace someone having to carry cutters, pliers, and a hammer to staple thin wire fence up, and do repairs when you'd need to twist broken wires of a fence together. (Hence the staple holding feature).
I actually have 2 pairs of them, the channellock and Milwaukee (almost identical), and still haven't found a reason to use them yet.
Edit - learned something today.. if your installing, you can do no cutting at all...
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Bruce Wayne
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Thanks for the responses fellas. I should probably add that I need something a little more mobile than bolt cutters. Something that can fit in a small bag.
Thanx!
Charlie
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Charlie
normally I see ( and have done myself) just bend the link and twist it out. you don't cut each link.
Since this . . . . IS . . . . GJ . . . the "best" tool for the job . .
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. . . . OR . . .
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. . . You could setup MacGyver contraption w/ 40v cordless edger w/ CUTOFF wheel !!
. . Since this . . . . IS . . . . GJ . . . the "best" tool for the job . .
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. . is. . . . . Milwaukee 18v fuel cordless grinder with cutoff wheel !!!!
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. . . You could setup MacGyver contraption w/ 40v cordless edger w/ CUTOFF wheel !!
I used a long extension cord and a corded grinder when I took down my fence. I think it was just one of the HF 9$ jobbies. I started out killing myself using a pair of snips and after my hands fell off, I decided to try something else.
Teenager with old tools
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Since this . . . . IS . . . . GJ . . . the "best" tool for the job . .
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. . is. . . . . Milwaukee 18v fuel cordless grinder with cutoff wheel !!!!
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. . . . OR . . .
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. . . You could setup MacGyver contraption w/ 40v cordless edger w/ CUTOFF wheel !!
I think the best tool for the job would be buy the most expensive biggest 3 phase air compressor you can find with 100 feet of the most expensive hose. Buy a generator to power it. Buy the most espensive air grinder
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Milton Shaw
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The Cobbler is right just straighten the end and un-stitch the fence. That's why they call it chainlink, just one link needs to be removed to cut the fence in two parts.
Packard V8
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Every spy movie/TV series, they pull out the cutters, have a circular hole in about nineteen seconds; but when they're coming back out with the goodies, they always get caught. How are you at kung fu fighting?
Of course, Q always gives Bond, James Bond, a watch with a laser which will do the same thing, just faster and quieter.
After all, it's a holiday, so we shouldn't be thinking too hard about work ;>)
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scissorman
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Richard Cranium
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as said before, no cutters needed, just untwist each end and screw on wire out, that is what the pro's do.
lakeroadster
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Mobile....
See if your alter ego will let you borrow his utility belt.... That laser torch will work great!
Seriously... you're punking us, right?
kctyphoon
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Just to point out - you're only gonna get out of this, what you put into it.. not one person that's responded so far knows what you need, want, or plan to do.. knowing if you need to just cut a hole in a fence, or remove 20,000 linear feat of chain link might help people give you better answers.. knowing you have to hike 6 hours into the woods, or if the fence is sitting outside your front door might also help.. there's probably a dozen or more things that will work fine, some will just be a little easier, some will be more expensive to buy.
If you're trying to break into Area 51 id probably still say the knipex mini bolt cutters are a good choice, and compact enough for your getaway, but might be more than you wanna spend on a disposable tool you're going to dump after cutting the last fence. In that case the $9 HF 12" bolt cutters might give you some more leverage for faster cutting and you wont cry over dumping it either.
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doorfx
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It depends, does the stuff on the other side of the fence belong to you?
Empty Pockets
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Is it your fence? how much cutting?
kctyphoon
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This thread will be followed by "how do you cut a hole in glass", And then "how do you pick a lock"..
pendragon1998
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'What are the best zipties for restraining large security goons?'
R.Anderson
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These right here:
http://www.handcuffwarehouse.com/Cobra-Cuffs.html?pid=3897&gclid=CM6i6e_awtACFRc8gQodLDEC6g
Leave the cutting a hole through glass that is for movies, find ya self another route.
Pends on the lock. For standard pin tumbler locks with picks, practice practice practice.
I third those 12" bolt cutters from HF even Menards sells a similar pair.
I kinda question if this is for illegal activity, but doubt it is.
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Farmall450
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Knipex mini bolt cutters!
doorfx
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Wamsutta
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I've cut a chain link fence with a pair of Klein 2000 series lineman pliers.
Roberts210
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I like Channellock a lot. I have used their 12" end cutters for many years. Besides cutting wires and small bolts they are also great for pulling out nails.
You may want to consider the Wiha BiCut diagonal cutters. I have not used them yet. But maybe someone else here has and can offer comments.
It looks like a small two stage compound leverage diagonal cutter. You push a button for the high leverage position.
http://toolguyd.com/wiha-bicut-cutters/
Joe Mamma
I had to cut through some once and happened to have some 10" klein lineman pliers with me. I was surprised how easily they cut through. The pliers were in good condition though, just make sure the cutter isn't wore out.
619DioFan
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A plasma cutter is what you need. think of all the other fun stuff you can do with your new plasma cutter.
oldldh
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FullRaceMerc
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I use a small set of bolt cutters. They're probably 12". Too small for cutting the average bolt, but a good size for fence materials. They would fit in a fairly small tool bag. Normally I use them to cut closet bolts (Toilet mounting bolts), but they come out for fence work too.
ishiboo
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Knipex bolt cutters with notch.
As mentioned though with chain link, you're not really doing a lot of cutting if any.
I cut a lot of 12.5ga high tensile, which is probably harder than most chain link fabric... but fencing pliers, diagonal cutters (even compound), etc. all kill your hand pretty quick. The Knipex's work great especially with the notch, the only way to really improve would be to have them spring-loaded.
I have a set of the Tekton mini bolt cutters as well and they're not great for fence wire at all.
As mentioned though with chain link, you're not really doing a lot of cutting if any.
I cut a lot of 12.5ga high tensile, which is probably harder than most chain link fabric... but fencing pliers, diagonal cutters (even compound), etc. all kill your hand pretty quick. The Knipex's work great especially with the notch, the only way to really improve would be to have them spring-loaded.
I have a set of the Tekton mini bolt cutters as well and they're not great for fence wire at all.