I too don't like thier hack saws, but the Klien "golden tri-cut" blade is the only one I'll use. But klien does make excelent line grips, fall protection, and other items that are supurb. Was not my intent to bag on Klien for those items, but the basic hand tools like pliers and screwdrivers have not changed with the times. For instance, I now consider Klien Phillips, and flat head screwdrivers disposable, as they will last only 1/4 of the life of a Knipex/Witte, or Wiha, before they start to cam out, or dull. And it would be a simple fix for them to change the alloy used. And klien linemans wiegh enough to be used as a hammer, Knipex pliers weigh half as much, and stay sharper longer.


Mark Heller
"Well - I oughta....." -Jackie Gleason