--- product_id: 283993208 title: "Klein Tools 11049 Wire Stripper/Cutter, Made in USA, Compact, Lightweight, Hardened Steel, Precision Ground, for Stranded Wires" brand: "klein tools" price: "£22.78" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Klein Tools" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/283993208-klein-tools-11049-wire-stripper-cutter-made-in-usa-compact store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Precision-ground stripping holes for 8-16 AWG wires Hardened steel for ultimate durability Proudly made in the USA Klein Tools 11049 Wire Stripper/Cutter, Made in USA, Compact, Lightweight, Hardened Steel, Precision Ground, for Stranded Wires **Brand:** klein tools **Price:** £22.78 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔧 Strip, Cut, and Conquer Your Wiring Like a Pro! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Klein Tools 11049 Wire Stripper/Cutter, Made in USA, Compact, Lightweight, Hardened Steel, Precision Ground, for Stranded Wires by klein tools - **How much does it cost?** £22.78 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/283993208-klein-tools-11049-wire-stripper-cutter-made-in-usa-compact) ## Best For - klein tools enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted klein tools brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Comfort Meets Control:** Ergonomic bi-layer handles provide superior palm-fit and grip comfort for extended use without fatigue. - • **Dual-Sided Gauge Markings:** Easy-to-read wire gauge markings on both sides let you strip wires quickly and accurately from any angle. - • **Precision at Your Fingertips:** Precision-ground stripping holes effortlessly remove insulation from 8-16 AWG stranded wires with zero guesswork. - • **Trusted Legacy, Made in the USA:** Backed by over 160 years of craftsmanship, this tool supports your professional edge with American-made quality. - • **Built to Last, Engineered to Perform:** Hardened steel construction ensures long-lasting strength and reliability on every job. ## Overview The Klein Tools 11049 Wire Stripper/Cutter is a compact, lightweight, and precision-ground tool designed for 8-16 AWG stranded wires. Made from hardened steel with ergonomic bi-layer handles, it offers durability, comfort, and accuracy. Proudly manufactured in the USA, this tool features dual-sided gauge markings for versatile use and is trusted by professionals for over 160 years. ## Description The Wire Stripper/Cutter cuts, strips, loops, and gauges 8 - 16 AWG stranded wire. Metric sizes are 6.0 - 1.0 mm2. The bi-layer handle provides added structure, superior palm-fit and comfort. Easy-to-read wire gauge markings on both sides for stripping in either direction. For more than 160 years, Klein Tools has manufactured premium-quality, professional-grade hand tools that deliver the performance, durability and precision needed to get the job done right. Our family of engineers, workers and craftsman continue to put six generations of expertise into every tool we create by using only the highest quality materials, superior workmanship, and keeping manufacturing as close to home as we can. Klein isn't just the name of our company, it's also our family name. And since we're an American company that's family-owned and family-run, you know you can count on us to be here tomorrow. Klein Tools doesn't just make great products, we make great products that stand up to the demands of the professionals who use them every day ... Since 1857. Review: Excelente - Se le pega mucho el polvo Review: Good but not great. - Small, sharp and comfy to grip with reasonable quality built in. However, there's slight travel at a certain point on pivot. Go for these if on a budget. Otherwise, their curved range do better. ## Features - DURABILITY AND STRENGTH: Made from hardened steel for cutting and stripping tasks - PRECISION-GROUND: Stripping holes easily remove insulation from 8-16 AWG stranded wires - MADE IN THE USA ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0002RI4U4 | | Best Sellers Rank | #48,624 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #154 in Wire Strippers | | Brand | KLEIN TOOLS | | Brand Name | KLEIN TOOLS | | Color | Red | | Colour | Red | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 484 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00092644110498 | | Grip Type | Ergonomic | | Grip type | Ergonomic | | Handle Material | Plastic | | Handle material | Plastic | | Included Components | Unit^Instruction Guide | | Item Length | 6.25 Inches | | Item Type Name | Klein Tools Wire Stripper/Cutter for 8-16 AWG Stranded Wire 11049 | | Manufacturer | KLEIN TOOLS | | Manufacturer Part Number | 11049 | | Material | Hardened steel & Plastic | | Material Type | Hardened steel & Plastic | | Model Number | 11049 | | Specific Uses For Product | Electrical work, DIY projects, Electrical contracting | | Specification Met | IEC 60900 | | Specification met | IEC 60900 | | UPC | 092644110498 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** KLEIN TOOLS - **Colour:** Red - **Grip type:** Ergonomic - **Handle material:** Plastic - **Material:** Hardened steel & Plastic ## Images ![Klein Tools 11049 Wire Stripper/Cutter, Made in USA, Compact, Lightweight, Hardened Steel, Precision Ground, for Stranded Wires - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51Wcj8hvxiL.jpg) ![Klein Tools 11049 Wire Stripper/Cutter, Made in USA, Compact, Lightweight, Hardened Steel, Precision Ground, for Stranded Wires - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61jPDHdoDBL.jpg) ![Klein Tools 11049 Wire Stripper/Cutter, Made in USA, Compact, Lightweight, Hardened Steel, Precision Ground, for Stranded Wires - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61GEB8sjVJL.jpg) ![Klein Tools 11049 Wire Stripper/Cutter, Made in USA, Compact, Lightweight, Hardened Steel, Precision Ground, for Stranded Wires - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61K5X5WWNFL.jpg) ![Klein Tools 11049 Wire Stripper/Cutter, Made in USA, Compact, Lightweight, Hardened Steel, Precision Ground, for Stranded Wires - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51gVysPaVJL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Do they crimp barrell fittings?** A: this tool can not crimp at all, for stripping wires only **Q: What are the exact dimensions of these strippers? I'm looking for something compact enough to fit into a small toolkit case.** A: The wire cutter is 6" long, the width of the grip is about 3 5/8" not depressed, and at the tip is about 1 3/16" not depressed. The thickest section across the length is 5/8" in the grip area. These measurements are by sight with a ruler. **Q: Does it have a locking mechanism so it doesn't stay wide open?** A: Most of us who use this style of stripper... remove the spring so it doesn't self-open. It takes nothing to flick it open with your pinky or ring finger when you grab it. That auto-opening spring is annoying and it makes your forearm tired earlier in the day. Get rid of it. **Q: There is another set of numbers on the picture opposite the awg sizes. ie, 1.0. .75, .50, etc.what do these represent? thanks... bob** A: metric wire diameters 0.039"= 1mm ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excelente *by K***I on 15 December 2025* Se le pega mucho el polvo ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good but not great. *by D***E on 11 February 2023* Small, sharp and comfy to grip with reasonable quality built in. However, there's slight travel at a certain point on pivot. Go for these if on a budget. Otherwise, their curved range do better. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Just what l needed. *by N***E on 29 September 2025* Excellent.. love it ## Frequently Bought Together - Klein Tools 11049 Wire Stripper / Cutter, Made in USA, Compact, Lightweight, Hardened Steel, Precision Ground, for Stranded Wires - Klein Tools 11046 Wire Stripper, Wire Cutter for 16-26 AWG Stranded, Compact Nose with Precision-ground Stripping Holes, Made in USA - Klein Tools 11048 Dual Wire Stripper Cutter for Solid Wire, Made in USA --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/283993208-klein-tools-11049-wire-stripper-cutter-made-in-usa-compact](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/283993208-klein-tools-11049-wire-stripper-cutter-made-in-usa-compact) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-06-30*