Need recommendations

[Walkerman]

Anyone recommend a good brand/model of string clippers?  One that will easily cut low e string.  Thanks

[JOYCEfromNS]

Bahco or Channellock the latter being made in USA. Either are more than adequate.

[ducktrapper]

I just use a decent set of wire cutters.

[B0WIE]

Same here. Cutters from the hardware store and I've started putting masking tape around the outside edge because they can sometimes jump after clipping the thicker strings.

[gtrplayer]

A good pair of dykes (Klein)will get the job done.

[broKen]

My Leatherman multitool works for me

[Walkerman]

I am looking for some skinny tipped ones for slot head work.

[ducktrapper]

I have one of these too but I only use the winder part. For snipping, I use regular wire cutters, as I said.   

http://www.musiciansfriend.com/accessories/daddario-planet-waves-pro-winder-string-winder-cutter?cntry=us&source=3WWRWXGP&gclid=CjwKEAiA79zDBRCgyf2FgeiY-CESJABzr0BMYa-zdOLdNip2bhR6T6-7JY7TJdgAOHIlpanthpUK4hoCqZDw_wcB&kwid=productads-adid^156403583515-device^c-plaid^142911626661-sku^360253000000000@ADL4MF-adType^PLA

[Scrambler17]

I have one of these too but I only use the winder part. For snipping, I use regular wire cutters, as I said.    

http://www.musiciansfriend.com/accessories/daddario-planet-waves-pro-winder-string-winder-cutter?cntry=us&source=3WWRWXGP&gclid=CjwKEAiA79zDBRCgyf2FgeiY-CESJABzr0BMYa-zdOLdNip2bhR6T6-7JY7TJdgAOHIlpanthpUK4hoCqZDw_wcB&kwid=productads-adid^156403583515-device^c-plaid^142911626661-sku^360253000000000@ADL4MF-adType^PLA

I have an older model of that and it works fine for my use.  Not a clean cut though.  

For a finer cut if you're looking for a smaller set, I'd look at jewelry pliers / side cutters.  I've got some basic side cutters in jewelry size (around 5" length) I assume they'd do the wound guitar strings fine.  Like anything, you get what you pay for.  My $15 jewelry pliers work lots better than the $5 pair.  You can find these at arts and craft stores or online. 

[Mr_LV19E]

I have a small pair of Craftsman diagonal cutters https://www.craftsman.com/products/craftsman-professional-4-1-2-in-diagonal-cutting-pliers


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[dberch]

I just use a decent set of wire cutters.

What he said.

[Scrambler17]

I have a small pair of Craftsman diagonal cutters https://www.craftsman.com/products/craftsman-professional-4-1-2-in-diagonal-cutting-pliers


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These are the style I was talking about!

[L07 Shooting Star]

Haven't tried these, but the reviews are all very positive.  http://www.stewmac.com/Luthier_Tools/Types_of_Tools/Pliers_and_Cutters/String_Cutter.html

[markj]

I use an Xcelite 170M

https://www.amazon.com/Xcelite-170M-General-Shearcutter-Diagonal/dp/B0002BBZIS

[Walkerman]

I ended up getting the Cruztool string cutter.  Cuts thru the heaviest wound strings quick, easy and clean.  I really like it.  Thanks everyone for your suggestions.

[JOYCEfromNS]

I ended up getting the Cruztool string cutter. 

Oh I was left with impression you were seeking something a little more high end to better suit the works of art you'd be working on 

[cc407]

The large size

[Mikeymac]

The large size

I would recommend AGAINST this suggestion...














...don't ask me how I know...   

[ZachStevenson]

These are great

http://daddario.com/pwProductDetail.Page?ActiveID=4115&productid=551&productname=Pro_Winder__Guitar&sid=e47cd121-9285-4866-a94d-b40b1dea02bb