knipex hook cutter

[sled59]

I purchased a Knipex spring loaded hook cutter at Thorne Brothers in Blaine Mn amd paid $79.99 for it. It is very nice but I was shopping at Home Depot and found the same tool for $49.95. I really wished I would have researched this before making the purchase. I could have purchased a couple more lures with the savings.

[Shawn Kellett]

Is it a Knipex or a copy? I've bought copies in the past and trust me, when there's a hook in your hand and one in the fish and you're by yourself you'll appreciate the Knipex over the cheaper one. Trust me on that one.

[sled59]

It was the exact Knipex I purchased. I know what you mean about the cheaper ones though, I have a Rapala hook cutter and yes it does work but when youre alone its tough because it has to open so far.

[Hawg]

Keep telling yourself that all you Knipex users, there's nothing special about them.

[bobbymalone]

Keep telling yourself that all you Knipex users, there's nothing special about them.

compared to whatever brands version of a $7.99 pair of side cutters there is a big difference.

[toddb]

Hawg,

If there is an alternative that is cheaper and is equivalent to the knipex let us know. I would welcome a good backup. Otherwise, your opinion is useless...

[bobbymalone]

I will say I can chop a 6/0 heavy duty catfish hook with little effort using a pair of $50 snap-on side cutters. Same hook left a dent in a cheap pair i picked up for less than 10 bucks. In some ways I think the knipex jobs are bit of overkill.

[Chode2235]

I will say I can chop a 6/0 heavy duty catfish hook with little effort using a pair of $50 snap-on side cutters. Same hook left a dent in a cheap pair i picked up for less than 10 bucks. In some ways I think the knipex jobs are bit of overkill.

The snap ons are another good brand. I would say there is a huge difference between the 10 dollar ones and the significantly more expensive ones for sure.

I have been looking at getting a good pair for the reasons mentioned. When hooks and hands are involved its probably not a place you want to go cheap.

[JohnMickish]

Try a pair of Klein linemans pliers. They run about $35 bucks and are pretty deadly on hooks. The only problem with them is they are a little thick at the end so if the fish is tight to your hand it would not be the best tool to have.

[S.D. Ice Angular]

+1

Hawg,

If there is an alternative that is cheaper and is equivalent to the knipex let us know. I would welcome a good backup. Otherwise, your opinion is useless...

[Esox_Magnum]

I have several Klines, a few different cheap versions but none are as good as the Nipex.... Well worth the $50 or so they cost...

[muskiemanAD]

I consider myself the weekend warrior. I get a decent amount of Muskies in the boat a year. Of those maybe 2-3 need a hook cut. So the 40 dollar pair I bought 7 years ago had held up well. If you are a guide and catching 70 fish a year then maybe bet the best brand....