How do you cut wires?

[clockworkgazz]

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]

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

 

[Pickle]

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

 

[Sithlord]

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]

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

 

[psyclone1976]

WITH MY TEETH

 

[clockworkgazz]

 

[pete_mcc]

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]

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

 

[sq225917]

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