IWS-1608M

This is a well built tool that will do a good job for general purpose use in crimping ferrules to smaller wire rope assemblies. I used it to make crimps on 1/8" standard wire rope, and it worked well for the 24 or so crimps I had to do for my project. In my opinion, if you're doing professional cable assembly it might be best to spend a bit more on a tool that will stand up to heavy use. The cutter tool included did well cutting 1/8" wire rope, no complaints there. Well made combo for the price paid.

Invaluable tools for crimping. The cutter can get through any wire thickness with ease. And the crimper works for ferrules as big as 3/16. Very good value for the price.

I am a theatrical technical director and have used many brands of crimpers and cutters. I used this set to rig three productions so far and counting. That's dozens of cuts and crimps. This thing is wonderful. It's compact size is easier for me to get in tight or high places. Although, the shorter handles do require a bit more force. Not a problem for me but, may be for others.If you are using this crimper for structural or flying purposes I have two points. You should be using a go-no go gauge, as often as you can. This thing does NOT come with one. (It should). That said, I have a few spare gauges and this crimper works very well. It's way easier to adjust as well.The second point is, I've read some of the reviews and it is clear that many people don't know how wire rope accessories work. Not all swaging sleeves are rated. Not all wire rope is alike. The markings on the tool are clear. I/8th inch refers to the diameter of the wire rope. You should educate yourself or leave it to the professionals, you run the risk of injury or worse.The cutters are tricky, here is a trade secret. If you use the cutters properly, they will last a long time. Seriously, as with any of these cutters, if you don't keep the tool perpendicular to the wire rope when cutting force is applied, you will trap the individual wires in the rope. This widens the pivot which lossens the tool and makes cutting impossible. But that is user error. All of these cutters behave this way including felco.Just pay attention and enjoy.

I got the IWISS Wire Rope Tool with Wire Rope Cutter for a guide wire project I was doing with 1/8" stainless steel rope. I figured that the crimper would work with the aluminum loop sleeves I bought, while the cutter tool would save some wear and tear on the cutter on my large pliers.Considering that the crimper goes from 1/16" UP TO the size I was using (1/8"), I figured that the required force was going to be on the high side. As it turns out, the force is manageable, but the tool is a bit unwieldy when fully open. Keeping the wire rope from sliding through the sleeve, keeping yourself stable on a ladder, and trying to crimp the sleeve properly without the crimp going out of perpendicular with the sleeve, is a bit of a workload to keep sorted out. I thought about changing the cam profile, to lessen the actuating force, but it does require tools to do (which I didn't have on the ladder with me). By the time I was back around my toolbox, I'd forgotten all about it. The cutter works great. Recommended.

I've used a number of crimpers and wire cutters working on boat rigging over the years. On my small projects, using 1/8" wire and fittings, both these crimpers and cutters functioned as well as any I've ever used.This type of tool requires a little skill and/or experience One has to understand what they can and cannot do. They are not forgiving of mistakes. Nor are they indestructible. Used right - these are a bargain. Used badly, or on unsuitable materials, they ain't gonna work.For folks who have had trouble with the cutters - I have two comments. First, these are small cutters, without a lot of leverage. If you're going to cut 1/8" stainless wire with them, you're going to have to use real force. If you don't have strong hands, pick another tool. But, if you put a wrap of electrical tape on the area you're going to cut to keep the strands in place, and cut quickly and forcefully, the cutters I received are more than adequate.

I debated whether to get a crimper that had the built in cable cutter or the separate tools. I made the right choice by getting the separate tools. The crimper is large and cumbersome by its nature but does what it is supposed to quite well. Trying to use the large crimper tool as a cutter and holding the cable at the same time would have been difficult to do without a helper. The cable cutter is easy to use and also works well. Both are high quality and a good value.

These are well built, quality tools. I used them for 3/16 cable. Took some effort to cut the cable but made a nice clean cut. Crimpers also take some effort but I rested one handle on my work surface so I could use both arms to push. Smaller cable would be easier I’m sure.

I wanted to make up wire rope cables with the aluminum crimp sleeves for my sunshade sails rather than use the cable clamps (which in my opinion always look shoddy). I bought one of the short handled aluminum sleeve crimpers but it was next to impossible to use since it required so much pressure on the handles. Then I saw the iWiss/iCrimp long handled crimper, it was more expensive, but I was spending money already to get something that was unsatisfactory.The long handle crimpers really work for someone smaller than Arnie! Just get these crimpers and you will not be disappointed!But wait! There's more! The crimper comes with a pair of cable cutters that also work really well, leaving a clean unfrayed cut!