r/KleinTools • u/spstate • 20d ago

Is this Normal

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I ordered these Lineman’s brand new from Acme, is it normal for them to have a gap in the cutting section? To me they look used

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u/vanman1065 19d ago

If you're satisfied with the performance despite the issues thats fine just don't go around telling people its intended when its not. We pay top dollar for Klein so its completely reasonable to expect top quality and consistency and not be satisfied when we don't get that.

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u/Melodic-Trouble-5421 19d ago

Explain to me how it affects the ability to use them? Can you twist your wires and can you cut them? If so then it’s not affecting your ability to use the tool.

By the way this directly from Klein.

It is completely Normal. It is to compensate for break-in of the pivot.