Missouribassman95 Posted May 29, 2012 Share Posted May 29, 2012 I just got some 50 lb braid for my baitcaster, and I'm having the toughest time cutting it! I've tried scissors, but those are even having a tough time cutting through the braid. Is there a tool that specializes in cutting braid? What do you guys use? Thanks, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stasher1 Posted May 29, 2012 Share Posted May 29, 2012 I have an older pair of XTools floating pliers with a carbide cutter that does a great job on braid. Nice and clean. They absolutely suck as pliers, though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JunkYard814 Posted May 29, 2012 Share Posted May 29, 2012 I have a pair of Gerbers with a knife on em. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Yalem Posted May 29, 2012 Share Posted May 29, 2012 Bass Pro and others sell braid sissors for cutting high tech braid lines. They work, but do wear out over time. Fortunately, they are not expensive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aluma-Bass Posted May 29, 2012 Share Posted May 29, 2012 I bought one of these called the snip,small and works GREAT! It can cut right down to hook eye. Only $15. [media=] http://www.boomerang...lypage.tpl.html Tackle tour review http://www.tackletou...merangsnip.html 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super User Darren. Posted May 29, 2012 Super User Share Posted May 29, 2012 Hey, you don't need to buy braid scissors or anything special. Fiskars kid scissors at Walmart work great. I happen to have some medical scissors from an old Army medical kit I picked up at a gun show once. By far the best braid cutter I've ever used. Like buttah! They're now with me fishing at all times on a retractable lanyard on my kayak fishing PDF. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super User deep Posted May 29, 2012 Super User Share Posted May 29, 2012 Nail clippers work pretty well. Takes up less space in my pocket too, compared to a pair of scissors (which is what I used to use to cut any kind of line) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super User LgMouthGambler Posted May 29, 2012 Super User Share Posted May 29, 2012 Sharp knife, braid scissors, either or. Here is a good tip: after the knot is tied, the tag end that is left, I use a lighter to burn the end so the line does not frey. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0119 Posted May 29, 2012 Share Posted May 29, 2012 The only scissors Ive found that keep an edge for braid in the long term are a pair of crafting scissors available at chinamart or scrapbook stores called a Cutter Bee. Small light and stays sharp for years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The American Posted May 29, 2012 Share Posted May 29, 2012 The knife on my multi-tool Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super User SirSnookalot Posted May 29, 2012 Super User Share Posted May 29, 2012 Fiskers or any pliers with titanium cutters. In the field i use a bic or cigaret, which as mentioned keeps the line from fraying and put a nib on the end, helps in preventing pull thru. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassinbrian Posted May 29, 2012 Share Posted May 29, 2012 Fiskars kid scissors! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BamaBassChaser Posted May 29, 2012 Share Posted May 29, 2012 Fiskars kid scissors here also. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hatrix Posted May 29, 2012 Share Posted May 29, 2012 Nail clippers are the best cut stuff with. You can get flush with the eye and don't leave the knot still stuck sometimes. Eventually they wear out but you can get junk ones for like $.99 at the check out counter. Needle nose work great also for cutting line and you can take out hooks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chromedog Posted May 29, 2012 Share Posted May 29, 2012 I just use a razor knife. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Global Moderator roadwarrior Posted May 29, 2012 Global Moderator Share Posted May 29, 2012 Fiskars work fine! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super User Hi Salenity Posted May 29, 2012 Super User Share Posted May 29, 2012 My Spyderco Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diggy Posted May 29, 2012 Share Posted May 29, 2012 Rapala makes super line scissors if nothing else 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super User tomustang Posted May 29, 2012 Super User Share Posted May 29, 2012 Some zebra mussels or a toothy critter 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super User SoFlaBassAddict Posted May 29, 2012 Super User Share Posted May 29, 2012 Scissors. You need to apply a little tension to the line to get a nice clean cut. I've used the so called braid scissors. Waste of cash. Just grab an extra pair or two of Fiskars child scissors next time you're at the store. Cheap, and very effective. The best ones I've ever had are these stainless scissors my father was able to get through AT&T. Wish I could buy more of them in a store. Do everything from stripping and cutting wire to cutting any fishing line imaginable. Fantastic tool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super User Long Mike Posted May 29, 2012 Super User Share Posted May 29, 2012 I bought one of these called the snip,small and works GREAT! It can cut right down to hook eye. Only $15. [media=] http://www.boomerang...lypage.tpl.html Tackle tour review http://www.tackletou...merangsnip.html Aluma-Bass, thanks for the tip. I just ordered one from Boomerang. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super User Deleted account Posted May 30, 2012 Super User Share Posted May 30, 2012 KISS, scissors, just pull the braid tight when you cut it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoBassPro Posted May 30, 2012 Share Posted May 30, 2012 Either toenail clippers or Klein scissors. Don't know that Klein are better than any other scissor for this application, I just happen to have a few pair Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael DiNardo Posted May 30, 2012 Share Posted May 30, 2012 Another vote for the Fiskars Kid Scissors, they even have a cap that the scissors slide into, you can put them in your pocket. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aluma-Bass Posted May 30, 2012 Share Posted May 30, 2012 Aluma-Bass, thanks for the tip. I just ordered one from Boomerang. Im telling you its no gimmick you will love it! Ive since ordered 2 more! I put one connected to my tackle bag and one on the pole to my fishing seat! Cord comes out about 3ft? Gives you a clean cut every time, will even cut through knots. My partner seen mine and didn't think much of it, after a days use he bought him one. The lil serrated blades stay sharp! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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