Klein® Electrician Scissors Models 2100-5, 2100-7, and 2100-9 Comparison | Full Review

[@junkcuber5611]

My father was a lineman for the phone company and I always saw them around the house. As a child I just assumed they were normal scissors… Whenever I see them they remind me of my father, you can’t beat these.

[@stevenlopez4754]

So he wasn't a lineman.. got it.

[@junkcuber5611]

@@stevenlopez4754 A lineworker (also called a lineman or powerline worker) constructs and maintains the electric transmission and distribution facilities that deliver electrical energy to industrial, commercial, and residential establishments. A lineworker installs, services, and emergency repairs electrical lines in the case of lightning, wind, ice storm, or ground disruptions.[1] Whereas those who install and maintain electrical wiring inside buildings are electricians, lineworkers generally work at outdoor installations. This is exactly what he did, best luck to you.

[@1D10CRACY]

One of the companies I use to work for used Ideal 35-088, they can be found at Lowes and I'm sure that is why they used them. I have some myself and they seem pretty decent, also made in the USA. Because of this video, I'm going to buy a Klein 2100-9. :D Thanks for the video!

[@NotNuffKnives]

You're welcome! I daily carry my 2100-9. I swear it's more versatile than a knife sometimes!

[@UltraMagaFan2]

I got a pair of those 2100-7 scissors from an estate sale for $1. I cleaned the rust off of them, sharpened them on my Atoma 1200 grit diamond stone, and now they cut amazingly. They go through paper towels like nobody’s business. That was definitely money well spent.

[@Rustbelt76]

For you lefty's out there, I use my left hand for inside of the scissors but need to use your right hand for outside serrated and cable stripper. Goes against the grain if use the outside part with left hand. From the old heads we always called these things "snips"

[@HDSME]

I just got my 2001 9 today wow it I s a beautiful worth every penny made perfect sharp clean machined perfect!!!! I realy did get it b today wow

[@RK-kn1ud]

I have a pair that I suspect is a 2100-5...has the integrated stripper with the blade serrations...picked up at Home Depot for (probably) $25 about 15 years ago. I've used them for everything in all kinds of horrible weather...still as sharp and rust free as the day I bought them. Awesome scissors. I'm sure there are more copper phone line guys that have had pairs for longer. Thanks for the video...I did not know there were different versions. Also, if your hands are strong enough, those scissors with cut through a penny...guy I worked with showed me that trick and that's what convinced me to buy a pair.

[@NotNuffKnives]

R K, thanks for providing a testimonial on these. Just shows how incredible the durability and craftsmanship is. I watched a video not too long ago of these being made at the Klein tools factory, and you can see the workers forging and sharpening these one by one, all by hand. It’s truly incredible how these products are so great and so affordable at the same time. I think you might have the 2100-7 which is the only one sold on shelves (the others are sold online). You might even have the Heritage Cutlery CS100 Which is the original model that Klein tools purchased when they bought out Heritage Cutlery. It also has the one serrated blade and the notches with Nickel Plated carbon steel. Incredible tool. Thank you for watching!

[@RK-kn1ud]

@@NotNuffKnives You would be correct...they are Klein 2100-7. Mine are stamped near the screw vs laser etched like the ones you have. Aged pretty well for plated carbon steel.

[@keeganharmon8595]

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[@practicalguy973]

Great comparison. Models 2100-5, 2100-7 being old, tried tested and true for some people owning for 15 years or more, and then this new stainless steel 2100-9 that came out in 2020. I wonder if stainless steel even though a similar Rockwell hardness is going to last decades, all steels have different properties.

[@NotNuffKnives]

You're always going to sacrifice a little structural strength with SS, but it's great for all elemental conditions!

[@ranchhand2945]

Great review bro!! My dad has a pair of these and I have been wanting to get some for a while now. Think you just talked me into it. Thanks for the review and comparison!

[@NotNuffKnives]

Glad you like them bro! I recommend the new stainless model 2100-9, but good product regardless what you go with. I love mine and use it almost more than my knives.

[@chrisfyfe9212]

I got very fond of Klein Scissors , during a Schoolboard contract ( we had a dispensation to use knives ) , but they raised way fewer eyebrows !

[@boeing757pilot]

Second comment. I ordered and just received a pair of Heritage electrician scissors. They are excellent and definitely comparable to my Klein's. I was somewhat surprised to see that there is no Klein markings on the scissors, even though Klein owns Heritage. My scissors are marked "Heritage Tools CS100" (CS100 is model).

[@NotNuffKnives]

Correct, this is the pre-acuisition model and also the base model. I believe Klein decided to leave it with legacy markings which I don't mind at all!

[@avrenna]

The carbon steel in the Heritage edition is going to hold a sharper edge for longer than stainless, but you have to worry more about rust. I oil my knives and tools at least once a year plus any time they've gotten wet somehow, so I'm glad the CS100 still exists. Gun oil is probably better for rust, but I use mineral oil since it's non-toxic enough to even drink if you want. It's sold as an "internal lubricant" at the pharmacy, haha...

[@boeing757pilot]

@@avrenna Thank you for that info!

[@Sensorium19]

Thank you for the in depth review.

[@alexkerhead]

Thanks to you, I bought the 2100-5. Now a set of 2100-9 are on the way. 🫣

[@itopete77]

I have a pair of 7's, now I want to try the 9's

[@NotNuffKnives]

You will not regret it. Stainless for all weather dependability!

[@boeing757pilot]

GREAT VIDEO!!! The Heritage Cutlery is still available from some sellers.. Curious how this brand stacks up against Klein? Is one preferred to the other? Finally, I hear that Jonard is a nice alternative too.. Any thoughts? Thank you for this very informative video...

[@NotNuffKnives]

Thanks! Heritage is actually owned by Klein as of 8/31/2007, and I am sure they maintained or even improved upon the amazing quality and heat treatment processes that HC had. More information on the acquisition here: www.kleincutlery.com/news/klein-tools-affiliate-acquires-heritage-cutlery-hand-tools#:~:text=Klein%20Tools%2C%20a%20leading%20manufacturer,Cutlery%20Inc.%2C%20Bolivar%2C%20N.Y.

[@chrisfyfe9212]

Two models also worth considering : 2100-8 ( stainless / freefall , 2600-1 , freefalls , with better cutting capability ( high carbon steel , great ergo’s )

[@NotNuffKnives]

Didn't even know these existed since I have not seen them anywhere. Will look into them, thank you!

[@chrisfyfe9212]

@@NotNuffKnives The shears are a good idea in some non permissive environments/ Jurisdictions , the powers that be just figure you are a tech of some kind . Very handy for opening some modern packaging , etc etc !

[@bRad-ns6iy]

" Don't run with Klein scissors " - Grandma

[@RoastPartyTime]

This question may be silly but how good are these for everyday office tasks also? Like paper and the likes? I really like these and would love them for edc :o

[@NotNuffKnives]

Oh definitely! This thing is made to cut very heavy duty materials like copper wire and thick plastic. It would shred through normal utility tasks!!! 🔥

[@RoastPartyTime]

@@NotNuffKnives Awesome! Thank you very much for that! 😊

[@NotNuffKnives]

@@RoastPartyTime any time!

[@joeminjarez6542]

I make a kydex holster for these, how can I contact you?

[@NotNuffKnives]

The about me section has my email!

[@ACitizenOfOurWorld]

Just an FYI for those not familiar with how to hold an electrician's snip. Here is demonstration: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pYDGYXmbh7aomdk

[@NotNuffKnives]

Thank you! This makes sense since it adds more leverage for heavier gauge wires and tougher materials!

[@LupusAdNoctem]

Video starts at 5:36

[@NotNuffKnives]

Thanks! I am actually in the process of cleaning up and trimming the fat on a lot of my older videos. I just finished this one and it's rendering now as a matter of fact. Should be complete in a few hours! Planning on doing them all eventually.

[@wimbraber944]

Klein’s are about 5 to 6 times more expensive than the next one.

[@AGC828]

You should have briefly expained what are "electrician's scissors" and why they would be carrying around scissors at all.... Scissors for "EDC"?? :))) People throw around the term "EDC" too much IMHO...was borrowed from the gun community...but do as you will. :)) Pocket-knife "enthusias" are using the "term" loosely :)

[@saarvam438]

Way to hold the Klein Electrician Scissors - kzbin.info/www/bejne/pYDGYXmbh7aomdk

[@NotNuffKnives]

I’m glad this is only an overview, not a “how-to-hold-electrician-scissors” tutorial! Phew! 😅 lol

[@saarvam438]

@@NotNuffKnives Yes, good video. There is an optimal way to hold and use these scissors.

[@fishypictures]

I use these for self defense.

[@NotNuffKnives]

I wouldn't rule them out! I suppose anything can serve in a pinch. I have had a lot of folks tell me how they consider these to be even more versatile than knives.

[@mrb5217]

Damn, what's with the jump cuts? Just talk normal. Good comparison though.

[@RajbirSingh-wg9pf]

Please… your viewers are holding a 5 inch screen and it takes a while to focus on what you want them to note. Too much movement, too short a shot, too quick a change takes away some of the fun. Good presentation otherwise. Request you to take a relook and make amends in your future episodes.

[@saarvam438]

Carbon steel According to Merriam-Webster dictionary, “Steel is commercial iron that contains carbon in any amount up to about 1.7 percent as an essential alloying constituent, is malleable when under suitable conditions, and is distinguished from cast iron by its malleability and lower carbon content.” Carbon steel is occasionally called ‘plain carbon steel’. The American Iron and Steel Institute distinguish carbon steel as having less than 2 % carbon without any other noticeable alloying element. The major share of the steel production accounts to carbon steel. When the carbon content in the steel is increased, it will reduce the melting point of the steel and becomes harder and stronger, but at the same time it will tend to be less ductile and malleable. The steel will bend more allowing shaping, when its carbon content is reduced. That means it is carbon that adds strength to the steel, while leaving away the elasticity. Carbon steel products, like pans and pots that are used for cooking, get hotter evenly than other steels. Usually, carbon steel has a lusterless finish. Mild steel is a form of carbon steel and it contains .05 - .29% carbon, while the medium type has .30 - .59%. There is .60 - .99% carbon in high carbon steel and 1.00 - 2.00% carbon in ultra carbon steel. Steel becomes carbon steel, provided it has carbon up to 2.1%. If the carbon percentage in steel is more than this, such steel is considered cast iron.

[@telefizzion]

Your point?

[@saarvam438]

​@@telefizzion Here's the point : 5:55 - Carbon Steel vs Steel. Iron + Carbon = Steel With Klein Tools, the only difference seems to be about the Blade Finish: - Carbon Steel - or Carbon Steel with Chrome over nickel plated for added protection against corrosion. - data.kleintools.com/sites/all/product_assets/documents/brochures/klein/KleinCutleryCatalog_Forged.pdf - www.kleintools.com/

[@telefizzion]

@@saarvam438 yeah I mean stainless doesn’t always mean solid stainless. It could always be stainless coated to maintain CS strength characteristics but SS corrosion resistance. Is actually pretty clever. Thank you, Klein Tools!

[@shavehook]

Why not learn how to use them correctly

[@NotNuffKnives]

This video just covers the differences between models. I am sure you can find operation tutorials here on KZbin :).