How do you cut wires?

clockworkgazz · Nov 5, 2008

Looking to move away from my pliers as a means of cutting brake/gear cables

But don't want to spend lots of cash- any suggestions lads and lassies?

NickD · Nov 5, 2008

With some cable cutters that I bought years ago. The only thing I've ever found that doesn't fray them.

Pickle · Nov 5, 2008

I use quality wire cutters that I got from the electrical 'area' in B&Q; not overly expensive but not bargain basement

Sithlord · Nov 5, 2008

A quick fix, is to heat the cable (Clipper lighter

(or other

) ) and then cut, gives a real nice cut, even with the bluntest of cutters..

clockworkgazz · Nov 5, 2008

Smart thinking batman- I like the cut of your jib.

psyclone1976 · Nov 5, 2008

WITH MY TEETH

clockworkgazz · Nov 5, 2008

pete_mcc · Nov 5, 2008

Sithlord":1nhhsxzx said:
A quick fix, is to heat the cable (Clipper lighter (or other ) ) and then cut, gives a real nice cut, even with the bluntest of cutters..

For many years I used this method with a set of nail clippers from boots, you know the ones with the arm that folds out, but then my mum found out so I bought a set of cheapos from my local bike shop which are still going strong after 20 years!

beepbeep · Nov 5, 2008

I find it helps if you hold the wire as taunt as possible when you cut

sq225917 · Nov 5, 2008

You have to solder them for the best finish, little gas torch and a quick burn, perfection.

How do you cut wires?

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