Bolt Cutters: Urban Emergency Tool by TheUrbanPrepper 

Thank you for watching this video! Here is a link to the Knipex 8-Inch Lever Action Mini-Bolt Cutter , which I highly recommend: amzn.to/2re0IRH . I have these bolt cutters in my Bug Out Bag in addition to my home Tool Bag. They're fantastic!

Thanks for damaging my fence son...

Your dad's gonna kill ya when he finds out what you did to his fence! :P

Great addition to the line-up! I've worked in construction/ utilities for almost 20 years, Knipex pliers and cutters are 2nd to none.

Gotta love boltcutters! I have several sizes but not the quality of the knipex they look like a good brand. Thanks for the review, if I only they could miniaturize them with durable telescoping handles... I have seen some folders but they are still very big. Good disclaimer btw gotta cover your bases lol

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If your going to spend that much money your better off getting a quality pair of high leverage side cutters if weight is an issue or a pair of linesman pliers. Both will cut chainlink easily and you'll have a pliers with the linesman pliers. Knipex and Klein both make great linesman pliers and diagonal pliers. In my INCH bag I carry Knipex Cobra, an insulated pair of combination pliers in case I have to deal with hot wires. Throw in a Klein 11 and 1 screwdriver and a adjustable wrench and you have a pretty capable set of tools for an urban environment. If you wanna go all in and do some serious scavenging add a small pry bar, a decent sized pair of bolt cutters, vice grips and a hatchet. Those are the tools we mostly used for scrapping and with them you can deal with about anything. Those little Knipex bolt cutters are nice but if I were to choose I'd take the Tektons since they'd have a little more leverage. Tekton makes decent tools especially their American made stuff.

Dad - Some hooligan has been cutting my fence! TheUrbanPrepper - ...

I can attest to the quality as a second generation user my grandfather's Knipex tools (that is still have) say West Germany on them very cool,and I use there tools everyday at work they cost more because there ment to be bought once and to work the best which they definitely do

I bought a set of these after having to cut through a winch cable with side cutters a few months ago and it took about 5 minutes and my hand was cramping. I have to use 2 hands with the bolt cutters to do it but it will absolutely cut through the same cable in a about 2 seconds. Awesome little tool

As a landscaper I carried a pair with 14 or 18 inch handled bolt cutters in the truck to cut wire off root ball baskets and other unforeseen surprises in the soil, definitely a good bug out tool, one must always think outside the box for multi use items, good video as usual. Even those short handled ones will take out most padlocks.

Hey from Portland! I've always enjoyed your EDC Altoids Tin videos, and I have to say...this has caused me to add something to my BOB! I know that our Leatherman tools could possibly do the same job, I'd rather put my faith in a tool meant for the job. Great video!

These work great for welders. I’m a pipefitter/welder and when your tig welding you usually cut your wire in half. Not a hard job with lineman pliers but when you get above 1/8” or get into stainless or inconel/chrome it gets tough. I clip my wire after every weld as well so I’m doing a lot of clipping. These are the bees knees. Makes standard wire feel like your cutting some thin tie wire and makes the stainless/exotics like a knife through hot butter. Only problem is you cant sit them on a table. They look nice and others notice. They will grow legs fast. As soon as I’m done cutting they go in my back pocket.

I’m a tradesman knipex is just awesome stuff I use the insulated tools they offer since I work with high voltage I no longer buy anything else if I can help it they can be a bit pricey but when you consider your buying it for life and they work better then anything else it’s a no brainer

Their line mans pliers also work very well for these tasks. Having the plier aspect is nice.

Knipex bolt cutters are excellent but single use - you might explore the knipex end cutters - they cut flush - they can pry out nails and the flat head can be used to hammer stuff into other stuff - they will cut nails - screws - wire - fence - and the jaws can open wider - the plier is also smaller so easier to pack - from 180 mm to 200 mm

I use the Knipex all the time when muskie fishing. Use them to cut the hooks so I can release the fish quickly. Works wonderful one-handed (In case you accidently hook yourself!) Bolt Cutter would be very helpful if you need to "borrow" fencing to secure your house windows from entry. I knew a girl who used bolt cutter to exit a limited access road due to a blocked road ahead. Many were helped by her actions. Many uses. Great Review on my favorite bolt cutters.

knipex are amazing, even their regular pliers!

picked up a pair today....not cheap but in an emergency worth every cent..very happy thanks for the review.

I like these. I can totally see these being useful for get home bags and BOBS. Maybe these would be nice to add to our car kits as well. I enjoyed the video. Thank you.

I use the almost daily at work. They work awesome. Cuts feel like butter.

Dad, who cut my fence? Son, dang neighbor kids.

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Yet another great idea for my EDC, that I hadn't thought about. I just bought the sillcock, though. Thanks!

One test I'd love to see with these is how the do up against fishing hooks, larger saltwater stuff is normally hardened. It would be ace if the 6 inch version ate the bend of a 5/0 hook, I'd keep one in my tackle bag for sure then!

You should do a follow up to this showing how to efficiently cut through chain link fencing using multiple, 2, 1, and sometimes no cuts (2 bends and then unweave). Also the ratchet technique (rope/strap with stick) to pry up the bottom of the fence.

Thanks for the review 🙏 I can certainly forsee a scenario in which the Knipex would come in handy especially in urban environments where space tends to be a luxury so you'll come across many different types of wire fencing and in case of an emergency this tool can be a lifesaver. 👍

great video, I always carry one in each of our get-home bags. great urban survival tool.

You make us want to buy everything you review on your channel . I wish you start getting paid for these reviews soon. As always you had your awesomeness on. Thank you for sharing.

Nice, Knipex bolt cutters already in my amazon cart

Thank you for this comparison

Another great set of pliers is Klein 9 1/2 “ lineman pliers. I’ve worked for the power company for going on 3 years now and I’ve had the same pair the whole time. I’ve cut everything from nails to wire all the way up to small diameter reinforced steel core cable. The pliers allow you to have a lot of leverage and they come with a life time broken or lost exchange guarantee. Bolt cutters are nice but in my opinion I like having one item that allows me to do multiple things. I highly recommend looking in to them. They are great and for a medium ranged budget you can’t beat them

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would be nice to have a comparison of weights.

Dad: "Who the fck was in muh yard cutting muh God damned fence!"

Just bought one off Ebay for 50 bucks. Thanks for the review.

Would be useful in WROL to get into places.

Exactly what i was looking for

This was rlly helpful. Thanks😁

iv almost bought those several times, never pulled the trigger, i do have knipex tools, they are very high quality

awesome vid, great idea!

An excellent item to have in your kit. Well done.

Great video

Great video. Thanks a lot.

Leathermans will cut chain link fence. Knipex does make a bike tool that is made for cutting brake cables which can fit chain link fence, but its also smaller and has the ability to crimp connectors on bikes.

Nice review, Cliff, and those look like a nice pair of bolt cutters. I agree with your philosophy of buying the best gear you can. I get what Renaissance Marine says, but I'm more of a mindset that if I ever *do* need it, I want to be 100% sure that it is going to work, first time, every time. Of course, sometimes you have to work your way up to the best one you want, but it's all a process. Hey, and don't forget, if you run into wire or a nail your Knipex can't handle, you've always got your Leatherman!

I bought some Knipex mini bolt cutters.. Excellent quality they do a range for cutting various thickness and grades of metals. Padlocks are tough and need the largest in the range. My mini bolt cutters are just for cropping screws, nails, etc.. Not a mark on the super hardened Jaws.

Will these cut thru the concertina/razor wire you have pictured in the beginning of your video? How about 4 gauge hog wire?

Thanks, I inherited a bunch of tools and working on a project to substitute a wire hanger for something else, but if it doesn’t work, I’m going to buy the German brand to cut the original piece of metal tubing to a smaller size.

Great videos. Thank you!

How many holes could they cut in chain link fences before they become dull. Do they dull fast?

Yes Cliff these Knipex are my go to for cutting…great minds think a like.

Is there a better option that is lighter weight than the Knipex for chain link fences?

Knipex makes some great tools. I know a lot of guys I work with have knipex tools. I still stick with klein tools, mainly because I already have all klein and their stuff is slightly more so better for electricians. But I used to have a pair of knipex side cutters and they are great.

would these work on dual strand barbed wire or would you need the bigger sized ones?

Excellent

Hi TheUrbanPrepper. What's your take on the "Draper" brand 18" 450mm bolt cutter? I'm pondering wether to chose this inexpensive cutter or the more expensive Knipex in your video. Usage would be to cut away my metal garden fence.

Got the 8 inch and 30 inch Knipex, to keep in truck. Should be able to do fence and most padlocks/chains.

Maun (england) makes some very good compact bolt/sprue cutters with force multiplier. They are a bit pricey though

If you only need to or plan to cut through chain link fencing a large set of wire cutters would go right through it. Stanley has a line called Fat Max and the large Stanley Fat Max wire cutters are BEAST and cost around 25 bucks. Mine are 10 years old and work great. Also if you get stopped by the man.. you aren't carrying a b&e tool.. only a stout set of wire cutters

I preffer the large bolt cutter for cutting chains. Specialy when you try to evacute a city and there is a barrier bloking the road

Hi, why not the KNIPEX CoBolt S, Compact Bolt Cutter (7101160)? It's smaller and perfect for EDC.

Can they cut locks???

What about clipping locks? When necessary?

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Is that round piece plastic? How is the spring holding up?

i'm definitely going to get some of those Knipex bolt cutters.

Will these work with steel construction nails?

Think they can cut a lock?

Having experience with both handle types, would you now recommend the comfort grip or regular for these mini cutters?

Thx!!

Will these cut a pad lock?

Dumb question, but do these have to be resharpened somehow after repeated use? Kinda like an axe does.

Good tip. I have a larger heavy duty set in my bug out trailer. I don't go small on this type of gear, but that because of my philosophy against bug out bags.

Nice.

Makes sense. Probably should have something larger in your vehicle. Padlocks etc

Knipex the best

Hi what’s the code? Do you have full wall in this color?

thank you for the video the best part was your dads fence i was dying salud godbless

I keep a pair of fencing pliers in my BOB, they can cut almost all types of fencing, they have a hook for prying, a plier jaw that is great for removing hinge pins off of doors or pulling wire out of the way, and a hammer head. In a pinch they could also be used as a weapon with the spike and hammer head. You should take a look at them, normally they have two built in wire cutters so if one dulls you have a second.

Will the 6” work ?

I had bought a HK Porter pair they look just like the Knipex ones and cut great and I only paid $10.99 for them.

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glad to folks talking more about having fence cutters in their bags. you always do great vids. my opinion: a minus-15 dollar pair of wire cutters (kobalt from lowes is a good brand) are absolutely fine for a go bag. they will cut the same wire pretty much as the knipex, they just wont do it as long. where those cheaper brands save money is on the hardness of their cutting teeth. knipex is great for your regular tool kit, they could well be the last cutters you ever buy. but if your throwing it in a bag that you may not ever use, and then only for a finite period of time, the cheaper ones are gonna be fine. just stay away from the harbor freight variety. so what im saying is i have the high quality ones in my tool box and truck. the lower quality ones go into go bags. to me the big question is whether to stop with cutters that can do chain link, or to go to a bolt cutter. in an urban situation you may want to get past locks.....

Great vid as always buddy! You made me realize that this is one item i do not have in my bug out bag, but something that is totally needed. Just ordered the standard Knipex you have, £26 free delivery... a bargain i think : ) Cheers for the heads up on these buddy! All the best, Jay

These did not cut my chain link fence and I had to return them. I am still looking for a pair that will cut my chain link fence.

The video is great, this kind of tool is still very practical, not long ago, I bought a renhotecic brand pliers, it is very convenient to use, it works very well. Everyone can use a tool

What do you think of their 6 inch cutters, 71 01 160?

Thanks, I need them to cut my barbed wire fence.

dude whenever i clicked thw amazon link it showed me where u live

I've had a set of farm fence cutters in my kit for ages. It is prob time to replace them due to a few nicks in the edges. I'll have to look into these models.

The next day: dad whats this invoice Dad: repair bill for the fence you cut. And including the chicken that escape. Son: dad I did not do it. Dad: saw your youtube channel. You also told that its your dads fence.

For are kind of real emergency I'd want to have a decent size cutter, an 18 or 24 inch one that could actually cut some chain links or locks.

I think some multitools have cutters that would be sufficient to cut fencing. There are some benefits, for sure, but I'm just not sold on carrying a separate piece of gear that I may only use once or twice. Though, those are A LOT smaller than traditional bolt giant cutters. Thanks for the vid!

Try using 2 Ampere power adaptor to charge that power bank. It'll reduce the time to get charged. (it'll take About 10 hours to fully charge.)

That was a good video and yes the knipex mini bolt cutter can cut through many wires and nails like butter but I reckon that the bahco mini bolt cutter cuts with a slight more ease I own one of those and I tell you they have awesome cutting power and they are a bit more cheaper than the knipex but still are very good quality and they are made in Sweden I’ve use it for many years for cutting bits of metal and fencing wire when me and my father were fixing the fence around our property. They could easy save someone’s life as well in a situation if you had to cut a chain link fence they can cut through it like butter and how I know the bahco mini bolt cutter cuts a little bit easier than the knipex is because my dad has one and I’ve tried them both out the knipex is a bit more smoother with opening and closing but the bahco cuts a little bit stronger like with piano wire you can cut through 3.6mm with the knipex well the bahco you can cut up to 3.8mm thick piano wire. You should add me on facebook I’ve got a big tool box of tools 🛠 I’ve got kincrome tools sidchrome tools and many more my name is John Love Alloys

Thanks for saying knipex right bro.

Cool vide. Dad comes out and tell who cut my fence!!!!!

Because you need to urgently cu through that fence? What's over there?

Been watching your videos for a long time and I just wanted to say thank you for making them as well as not getting political or anything crazy over the top. Seems like way too many preppers want to just rail against the government as much as they talk about the prep's themselves, if not more. I mean I get the mentality and everything but it gets old hearing the same stuff over and over from these people. You are one of the very few who does not get political and I really appreciate that. I am by no means pro-government but I am not anti-government either, I just appreciate the focus on preps, especially your focus on urban prepping as that too is my environment. Anyway just wanted to say thanks and keep making awesome vid's.