Gripple Contractor Tool (Metal) - Torq Wire Tensioning Tool for Cable Wire Fencing and Trellis Tightening

Easy you use.

The stripper function is terrible! Totally missing a simple function to hold the wire in the channel. That would have been a game-changer and made the tool unbeatable. VERY frustrating to use to strip the wire ends to prepare for tying.

I needed a simple way to apply tension to a large orchard trellis system. A friend recommended Gripple products. As we're constantly growing, I bypassed the smaller tool, and went straight for "Contractor Grade." I'm so glad I did, as this tool is invaluable, both in reliability, and quality. Our newest trellis is up and working perfectly. Liked the simplicity so much, that I ran a high tension fence, as well. Can't say enough good things about Gripple. Work like a charm. Fast, simple, and heavy duty.

The tool is metal with soft grips . You can do your own calculations on the mechanical advantage. The long dimension if from the end of the handle, so effectively your mechanical advantage is less. Also, seems rather expensive for what you get to be honest.

We are extremely pleased with this tool.