Which is better? A shear or a nibbler? What will one do that the other can't? Kind of confused.
651014
The nibbler can be used to cut across ribs in steel while the shear can not. Two different type of uses.
651015
The nibbler is better it can make any kind of cuts the shears only good for straight cuts.
651016
I do not have a shear, but I have used one. I find the nibbler easier to manuver when turning
651017
The nibbler is far better for like pole barn metal and steel roofing. You can cut out shapes. I have this exact model. I don't use it any more because I don't do the metal. Great tool!
651018
Shears are generally for straight line cutting of flat material. Nibblers can be used for ribbed material as well as slight directional changes and shapes. Nibblers are not great for strait lines unless you are very patient and precise.
651019
If you are just cutting straight lines a shear is great but if you want to cut circles or curves you want nibblers
651020
A nibbler can go in smaller circles and do more intricate work. A shear you will have a strip of sheet metal to deal with as you cut. I think the nibbler is better on thinner metal and shear on thicker. Hope this helps.
651021
a shear works well on flat metal, a nibbler works on flat or ribbed metal. IMO
36486
As far as I can tell, there isn't any difference between the two scissors . . . just another description for the same product. The length of both descriptions are 6-1/4" inch long so I think I'm right about this . . . just another name. I have two pair of these scissors that I bought at different times. I can assure you that you will absolutely love these scissors. As a jewelry designer, I use my scissors for cutting metal and these scissors work better than any shears I've ever purchased. So, whatever your use . . . cooking, etc., you will not be disappointed. They are truly the best scissors ever!!
2170372
Alas, I am not Mr. Grimm nor am I in his employment. I am just a user of this product like you. My copy of this pruner opens with a 'snick' when I slide the lock. Just now I took a close look at the mechanism: there is a sort of 'hook' that the slider engages to hold the shears closed. I lubricate this area and the hinge for the jaws once in a while and that is one way to help. Another way is to apply a bit of gentle downward pressure on the upper handle (squeeze the handles gently) while sliding the lock bar back. That also is safe and effective for releasing the ratchet.
2224243
I've never cut china but the nippers are wonderful for cutting glass. Very easy to use. For the most part I use them to clip off the pointy edges of glass and to clip strips of glass into smaller pieces. Honestly, it's my new favorite tool. For specifically shaped glass I use a glass cutter and the tool that causes the glass to break on my scored line. I wish I could be more helpful... I've only thought about working with china but haven't yet gotten around to it. Good luck to you...
1790431
I have a Lab and a Golden - and the blade is more for the golden. The hair on a Lab isn't long enough or have enough under coat to do any good. Get a rake that has teeth - not the blades.
1803447
I keep mine at work for lunches. I have never experienced any difficulty eating salads that I can recall. Admittedly I don't eat a lot of salads, but I can't see how it would be less effective than any other fork. The tines are wide but not particularly thick (I'd say thinner than a regular fork), and are squared off, which for my money grabs food better. Plus the serrated bit on the side of the tines can cut thru any colosssal lettuce leaves or whatnot.
1513710
I don't know but another user says it's the nail clippings catcher which I don't need anyway. Either one are very sharp and will do the job.
1768327
both work well., but we prefer the floss action. it really does help in the flossing. since using this brush my dentist has noticed the improvement and keeps telling me to keep flossing!
597110
Garrett Hack has a video at Fine Woodworking where he extols the versatility of this tool. He shows it's use as a scrub plane and as a smoother as well as a jointer for short edges. He suggests having two irons, one straight and the other cambered. Actually he is using the Lie-Nielsen tool but the Stanley is functionally the same.
1999281
Dual clean is better because it flosses after it loosens and partially cleans past a standard brush. One device does the work of 2 separate tools.
737306
I like the Squirt better myself. I almost always prefer the original style tools to the skeletool/wave style. Still it depends on what you're going to use it for. Your best bet is to buy whatever has more of the tools you will personally find useful. For example, I personally almost never care whether my MT has a scissors, while for some people the folding scissors is the most important tool. My least favorite thing about the Style is that I can't get a knife and pliers in the same tool. But if say the tweezers are a key part of the tool for you, then maybe you would be better off with the Style PS. I like the Squirt better myself. I almost always prefer the original style tools to the skeletool/wave style. Still it depends on what you're going to use it for. Your best bet is to buy whatever has more of the tools you will personally find useful. For example, I personally almost never care whether my MT has a scissors, while for some people the folding scissors is the most important tool. My least favorite thing about the Style is that I can't get a knife and pliers in the same tool. But if say the tweezers are a key part of the tool for you, then maybe you would be better off with the... » Read More I like the Squirt better myself. I almost always prefer the original style tools to the skeletool/wave style. Still it depends on what you're going to use it for. Your best bet is to buy whatever has more of the tools you will personally find useful. For example, I personally almost never care whether my MT has a scissors, while for some people the folding scissors is the most important tool. My least favorite thing about the Style is that I can't get a knife and pliers in the same tool. But if say the tweezers are a key part of the tool for you, then maybe you would be better off with the Style PS. « Show Less
1963352
It works great!I've used shears, besides cutting lobster and crabs, for other bones, types and sizes.This shears are one of best on the market. You should get one.Cheers,Simo
1120002
I only ordered the Nisaku brand one so I don't have this one but I don't think there will be any difference at all. The Nisaku is perfect as others say this one is. I'll probably order another one since they are so useful. If I do I will order this one for comparison if it is still $2.50 cheaper. I ordered my Nisaku through "Japan Tools" handled by Amazon. The description of the other one is wrong at this writing. The length given is shorter but the Nisaku that I received was excactly the the same as the description for this one, 12 1/2' long with a 7 1/4" blade and a tang going into the wood handle 2 1/4". I only ordered the Nisaku brand one so I don't have this one but I don't think there will be any difference at all. The Nisaku is perfect as others say this one is. I'll probably order another one since they are so useful. If I do I will order this one for comparison if it is still $2.50 cheaper. I ordered my Nisaku through "Japan Tools" handled by Amazon. The description of the other one is wrong at this writing. The length given is shorter but the Nisaku that I received was excactly the the same as the description for this one, 12 1/2' long with a 7 1/4" blade and a... » Read More I only ordered the Nisaku brand one so I don't have this one but I don't think there will be any difference at all. The Nisaku is perfect as others say this one is. I'll probably order another one since they are so useful. If I do I will order this one for comparison if it is still $2.50 cheaper. I ordered my Nisaku through "Japan Tools" handled by Amazon. The description of the other one is wrong at this writing. The length given is shorter but the Nisaku that I received was excactly the the same as the description for this one, 12 1/2' long with a 7 1/4" blade and a tang going into the wood handle 2 1/4". « Show Less
1716270
I think you're better off getting their scissor sharpeners. If it does for shears what it does for knives you will have great results.
581514
Depends on what you are scooping. Solids works well, less than solid, you'll be scraping. Still, it's a thin metal edge that's far superior to most else.
2237257
I bought the regular utopia scissors for trimming, but the pic coming up on my screen in relation to this question is a thinning shear, comb like on one side and scissor on the other. I haven't tried the thinning shears, the scissors work quite well though.
1382571
Truthfully, best I can tell this shear is mainly tailored for snipping lightweight electronic wires, small gauge. I'm not sure how much pressure you can exert based on the hardness of the wood sticks that you are seeking to cut without the shear failing. The point is also extremely pointed and sharp. Hope this helps in your quest to locate an appropriate tool for your need. Thank you