{"product_id":"knipex-10-in-xl-cobolt-lever-action-bolt-cutters-with-64-hrc-cutting-edge-71-01-250-sba","title":"Knipex 10-in. XL CoBolt Lever Action Bolt Cutters with 64 HRC Cutting Edge (71 01 250 SBA)","description":"\u003csection data-aplus\u003e\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-features\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"features\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\n            \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/anti-vibration.svg\" alt=\"anti-vibration\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLess Hand Force\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThe compound joint design multiplies input force, so these cutters need about 60% less effort than comparable high leverage diagonal cutters. That matters when you are cutting tough material repeatedly instead of fighting the tool.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\n            \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/material.svg\" alt=\"material\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHard 64 HRC Edges\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eInduction-hardened cutting edges around 64 HRC are built for hard wire, small bolts, rivets, and nails. You get longer edge life and more consistent cutting on materials that quickly dull lesser cutters.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\n            \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/handle.svg\" alt=\"handle\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Bolt Cutter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThe KNIPEX CoBolt format packs serious leverage into a tool just under 10 inches long. It is easier to carry, easier to position, and more practical in tight spots than full-size bolt cutters.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-overview\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\" data-product-summary\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe KNIPEX 10 in. XL CoBolt Lever Action Bolt Cutters with 64 HRC Cutting Edge is a compact bolt cutter built for cutting hard wire, nails, small bolts, and rivets without dragging around a full-size cutter. This is a bolt cutter designed for high-force cutting in a compact hand tool format. Model Number: 71 01 250 SBA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe big story here is leverage. Knipex rates this tool for about 60% less effort than comparable high leverage diagonal cutters of the same size, and that is exactly why a tool like this earns space in a pouch or toolbox. When you are trimming fencing wire, snipping stubborn fasteners, or cutting small hardware on site, less effort means better control and less hand fatigue over the course of the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe cutting edges are induction hardened to approximately 64 HRC, which is what gives this cutter the bite and edge life serious users expect. That hardness matters because these are not just for soft wire. They are meant for hard wire, steel rod, nails, bolts, rivets, and similar material up to about 0.157 in. diameter. If you are tired of standard cutters nicking, rolling, or skating off hard material, this is the step up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eKnipex also built in a special joint design that increases manual force significantly, with source data citing up to a 40-fold increase. In plain terms, the joint does more of the work for you. The blade keeps material close to the pivot so cutting pressure stays high where it needs to be. That is why this compact cutter can handle jobs that would normally push you toward a larger, bulkier pair of bolt cutters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eMaterial quality is where Knipex usually separates itself, and this tool follows that pattern. The body is made from forged, oil-hardened chrome vanadium heavy-duty steel, which gives the cutter the strength to hold alignment under load. That matters on any lever-action cutter because once the jaws and pivot stop tracking correctly, performance drops fast. This one is built to stay working the way it should.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThere is also a gripping surface below the joint for pulling wire and gripping nails. That makes the tool more useful than a one-job cutter. On fencing, wire work, or general repair tasks, being able to grip and pull with the same tool saves a trip back to the bag and speeds up small adjustments. It is a simple detail, but it is the kind of detail you appreciate when you are actually working.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eAt 9.95 inches overall, the KNIPEX 10 in. XL CoBolt Lever Action Bolt Cutters with 64 HRC Cutting Edge is easier to carry and easier to work into tight spaces than traditional bolt cutters. It is a strong fit for fencing work, maintenance crews, general contractors, metalworking tasks, and serious DIY users who regularly deal with tough wire and small fasteners. If your work calls for compact cutting power more than long handles and maximum capacity, this is the right kind of tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits-1\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompact Size, Serious Cutting Force\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.anglera.com\/assets\/74d6ed76-fe0d-4d23-a9db-1f8749ca9ef2\/2026052148_4.jpg\" alt=\"KNIPEX 10 in. XL CoBolt Lever Action Bolt Cutters with 64 HRC Cutting Edge cutting a fence fastener on an outdoor wood post during wire fencing work\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eThis is the kind of cutter you reach for when full-size bolt cutters are overkill but standard pliers are not enough. It gives you real cutting power in a compact format that is easier to position around hardware, fencing, and tight jobsite obstacles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cul\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eOverall length is 9.95 in. for easier carry and access\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eDesigned for 2-hand operation to maximize cutting force\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eCuts hard materials up to about 0.157 in. diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits-2\" class=\"acc flip\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilt to Handle Hard Material\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.anglera.com\/assets\/74d6ed76-fe0d-4d23-a9db-1f8749ca9ef2\/2026052148_2.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up of the cutting head on KNIPEX 10 in. XL CoBolt Lever Action Bolt Cutters with 64 HRC Cutting Edge showing the compact jaw and cutting edge detail\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eThe edge hardness is what makes this tool worth buying if you regularly cut tougher stock. Hard wire, steel rod, small bolts, and rivets are exactly where a compact cutter has to prove itself, and hardened edges are what keep it cutting clean instead of wearing out early.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cul\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eInduction-hardened precision blades are rated around 64 HRC\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eForged chrome vanadium heavy-duty steel body is oil-hardened\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eSource data lists cutting edges built for longer life\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits-3\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMore Than Just a Cutter\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.anglera.com\/assets\/74d6ed76-fe0d-4d23-a9db-1f8749ca9ef2\/2026052148_5.jpg\" alt=\"KNIPEX compact bolt cutter gripping and pulling wire during fence wire installation in an outdoor work setting\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eThe gripping area below the joint adds real jobsite value. Instead of switching tools to pull or tension wire, you can grip material directly with the same cutter and keep moving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cul\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eIntegrated gripping surface below the joint for wire and nail pulling\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eUseful for fencing, repair work, and general site maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eCompact head helps you work close to the material\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-key-specifications\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"aplusspecs\"\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eTool Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eBolt Cutters\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e9.95 in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e7.34 in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eCutting Edge Hardness\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eApprox. 64 HRC\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eMaximum Material Diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e0.157 in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eMaximum Cutting Capacity\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e6 gauge\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eForged chrome vanadium heavy-duty steel, oil-hardened\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003ePiece Count\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-applications-uses\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilt For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tags\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eFencing\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eGeneral Contracting\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eMetal Fastener Cutting\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eWire Work\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eFarm and Ranch Repairs\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-pro-tips\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tip-row\"\u003e\n        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/specs.svg\" alt=\"specs\" class=\"icon-lg\"\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"tip-text\"\u003eOn fencing and wire jobs, use the gripping area below the joint to pull or steady the wire first, then reposition to the cutting edges for the final cut. It is faster than swapping between pliers and cutters and gives you better control on short off-cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-warranty\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWarranty \u0026amp; Support\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"warranty-row\"\u003e\n        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/warranty.svg\" alt=\"warranty\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"warranty-text\"\u003e\n          Limited lifetime warranty against manufacturer defects and workmanship.\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-tool-nut-take\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eKNIPEX 10 in. XL CoBolt Lever Action Bolt Cutters with 64 HRC Cutting Edge is the compact cutter you buy when ordinary cutters are done pretending\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eIf you need real cutting force on hard wire and small fasteners without carrying a long pair of bolt cutters, this one makes a lot of sense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWho it's for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pros and serious DIY users doing fencing, repair, maintenance, and metal fastener cutting where compact size matters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it stands out:\u003c\/strong\u003e The leverage design, 64 HRC cutting edges, and forged chrome vanadium construction give it the kind of performance that usually takes a bigger tool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorth knowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a compact high-force cutter, not a substitute for long-handle bolt cutters when you need maximum capacity on larger stock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails id=\"product-faqs\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does this Knipex tool cut?\u003c\/strong\u003e Source data says it cuts nails, small bolts, rivets, hard wire, steel rods, fencing material, and similar hard materials up to about 0.157 in. diameter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a full-size bolt cutter?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. It is a compact lever action bolt cutter with an overall length of 9.95 in., built for high cutting force in a smaller format.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the cutting edge hardness?\u003c\/strong\u003e The induction-hardened precision cutting edges are rated at approximately 64 HRC.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it do anything besides cut?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. It also has a gripping surface below the joint for gripping and pulling wires and nails.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Knipex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53231573696806,"sku":"71 01 250 SBA","price":57.28,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/2026052148_1.jpg?v=1779327382","url":"https:\/\/www.toolnut.com\/products\/knipex-10-in-xl-cobolt-lever-action-bolt-cutters-with-64-hrc-cutting-edge-71-01-250-sba","provider":"Tool Nut","version":"1.0","type":"link"}