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product_id: 89426099
title: "74 02 160"
brand: "knipex"
price: "€ 66.81"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Knipex"
url: https://www.desertcart.de/products/89426099-74-02-160
store_origin: DE
region: Germany
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# 64 HRC hardened cutting edges 3.4 mm max cutting width 160 mm high-leverage length 74 02 160

**Brand:** knipex
**Price:** € 66.81
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ✂️ Cut smarter, not harder — the pro’s choice for precision and power!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 74 02 160 by knipex
- **How much does it cost?** € 66.81 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.de](https://www.desertcart.de/products/89426099-74-02-160)

## Best For

- knipex enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted knipex brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Compact Yet Mighty:** 160 mm length perfect for detailed work like guitar strings, balancing portability and power
- • **Trusted by Professionals:** Top-rated (4.7 stars) and ranked #13 in side-cutting pliers—join the elite tool users
- • **Built to Last Under Pressure:** Induction-hardened edges (64 HRC) slice through all wire types, including tough piano wire
- • **Effortless Precision Cutting:** Optimized cutting edge angle and transmission ratio for max power with minimal effort
- • **Ergonomic Multi-Component Grip:** Comfort meets control with blue/red handles designed for extended use without fatigue

## Overview

The KNIPEX High Leverage Diagonal Cutter 160 mm (74 02 160) combines precision-engineered, induction-hardened cutting edges with an ergonomic multi-component handle. Designed for tough, continuous use, it delivers high cutting performance with minimal effort, making it ideal for professionals who demand durability and accuracy in every cut.

## Description

Shop KNIPEX High Leverage Diagonal Cutter with Multi-Component Handles 160 mm, 74 02 160. Free delivery on eligible orders of £20 or more.

Review: High quality cutters - Great for cutting guitar strings. The 160mm long 74 02 160 is perfect for guitar strings. The larger 200mm size is for bigger jobs.
Review: Well made pair of cutters - Leaving the Knipex hipe on the side, I can tell that they are well made. Sharp and easy to hold, can cut trough screws with some effort and cables are not a problem for them. I couldn't cut very thin sheet metal, but they are not designed for that. I will recommend to someone that look after the tools and enjoy using quality. Or people that use them on a regular basis for work, so the price difference between a cheaper set is justified. If you are "saving" to get a decent pair of cutting pliers, might not be the best choice. Since a tool is mean to be used without hesitation or fear of damaging it and this ones are to pretty to use them as a hammer. Even though I believe they can take the beat!

## Features

- For very tough, continuous use
- High cutting performance with minimum effort due to optimum coordination of the cutting edge angle and transmission ratio
- Precision cutting edges also induction-hardened (hardness approx. 64 HRC), for all wire types including piano wire

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0001D8PEE |
| Best Sellers Rank | 6,985 in DIY & Tools ( See Top 100 in DIY & Tools ) 13 in Side-cutting Pliers |
| Brand | KNIPEX |
| Colour | Multi-component Grips, Blue/Red |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (2,113) |
| Cutting Width | 3.4 Millimeters |
| EU Spare Part Availability Duration | 1 Years |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 04003773023081 |
| Grip Type | Ergonomic |
| Handle Material | Alloy Steel |
| Included Components | Components Included |
| Item Dimensions L x W | 17L x 5.7W centimetres |
| Item Type Name | ALICATES DE CORTE DIAGONAL |
| Item Weight | 209 Grams |
| Manufacturer | Knipex |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | Manufacturer guarantee. |
| Material | Chromium-Vanadium Steel |
| Model Number | 74 02 160 |
| Part Number | 74 02 160 |
| Set Name | 74 Series |
| Specification Met | DIN ISO 5749 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |
| Usage | Cutting |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** KNIPEX
- **Colour:** Multi-component Grips, Blue/Red
- **Cutting width:** 3.4 Millimeters
- **Grip type:** Ergonomic
- **Handle material:** Alloy Steel
- **Item weight:** 209 Grams
- **Material:** Chromium-Vanadium Steel
- **Product dimensions:** 17L x 5.7W centimetres
- **Specific uses for product:** Cutting
- **Specification met:** DIN ISO 5749

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Pattern, Color, Size, Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ High quality cutters
*by A***W on 11 August 2025*

Great for cutting guitar strings. The 160mm long 74 02 160 is perfect for guitar strings. The larger 200mm size is for bigger jobs.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Well made pair of cutters
*by S***Z on 27 November 2019*

Leaving the Knipex hipe on the side, I can tell that they are well made. Sharp and easy to hold, can cut trough screws with some effort and cables are not a problem for them. I couldn't cut very thin sheet metal, but they are not designed for that. I will recommend to someone that look after the tools and enjoy using quality. Or people that use them on a regular basis for work, so the price difference between a cheaper set is justified. If you are "saving" to get a decent pair of cutting pliers, might not be the best choice. Since a tool is mean to be used without hesitation or fear of damaging it and this ones are to pretty to use them as a hammer. Even though I believe they can take the beat!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A great set of wire cutters
*by K***9 on 22 September 2019*

At first they felt abit big in the hand compared to previous wire cutters I had used being mainly 160mm long but once you get used to them they are really nice & you really do get alot more leverage on these compared to smaller wire cutters, now my previous set feel too small, nice to use and cut 1mm 2mm 3mm electrical cable effortlessly, only issue I dont like is they do get a little bit of surface corrosion / rust on them but it's purely cosmetic & does not affect the cutters in any way.

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*Store origin: DE*
*Last updated: 2026-05-18*