This H. K. Porter 28-inch cable cutter is an economical tool for general cutting applications. The tool's shear cutting blades cut coarse-strand or fine-strand cable with minimal strand distortion. We designed the steel tubular handles close together for more cutting power with less strain.
In 1880, Henry K. Porter, a partner in a machine shop in Boston, patented an adjustable “bolt cutter.” It was originally designed for blacksmiths to snip off the excess length of bolts after the nut had been tightened. As the horse-and-buggy gave way to motor power at the dawn of the 20th century, H.K. Porter bolt cutters were adapted to many new cutting applications, such as hydraulic wire rope cutters for bridges, hand cutters for fences, power cutters for heavy construction, steel strapping cutters for shipping and receiving, and shear-type ratchet cutters for utilities.
Today, as Crescent H.K. Porter, the brand specializes in industrial cutting products from Apex Tool Group, one of the largest hand tool manufacturers in the world. The extensive Crescent H.K. Porter line of products includes manual cutters, hydraulic cutters, pneumatic cutters, and accessories. Crescent H.K. Porter cutters are among the more than 2,600 quality hand tool products offered under the Crescent name – products professional tradespeople know they can count on to get the job done right.
