Performance 1919 Cutter
- Cutter
- 8.8 ounces
Sized for light gauge wire, thin chain and small padlocks, the Performance 1919 is not built for thick bolts or rebar.
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How it ranks among the 346 cutters we track
4.2★ across 291 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
291 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Modest tracked demand last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 346 cutters we track - how the scorecard works · full cutters data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
Weighing 8.8 ounces, the Performance 1919 is listed as a 12 inch bolt cutter, sized for thinner wire, small bolts and padlock shackles rather than heavy stock.
The listed size of Bolt Cutter (12 inch) puts this at the compact end of the bolt cutter range. Longer bolt cutters use extra handle length for leverage on thick material, so a 12 inch tool is built for lighter cutting jobs where a bulkier pair would be harder to store or carry.
- 12 inch bolt cutter
- 8.8 ounce weight
- Compact size for storage
- Rated 4.2 from 291 reviews
Who it's for
Suits anyone who needs a compact cutter for light duty jobs such as thin wire, small padlocks, chain link fencing or garden wire. Anyone cutting thick bolts, rebar or heavy chain will need a longer cutter with more leverage.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Compact 12 inch size for easy storage
- Light 8.8 ounce weight
- Limited leverage compared to longer bolt cutters
- Not rated for thick or hardened bolts
Performance notes
Cutting leverage in a bolt cutter comes largely from handle length, so the compact 12 inch size trades maximum cutting capacity for a lighter, easier to store tool. At 8.8 ounces it is light to carry but should be matched to jobs within its rated capacity rather than forced through heavier stock.
Specifications
| Brand | Performance |
|---|---|
| Model | 1919 |
| Item Weight | 8.8 ounces |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in cutters.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Performance 1919 CutterThis product | 4.2 / 5 | 291 | 3.4 / 5 |
| Felco F-2 CutterFelco | 4.8 / 5 | 31,200 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Klein VDV226-110 CutterKlein | 4.8 / 5 | 11,600 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Ridgid 40617 CutterRidgid | 4.8 / 5 | 7,100 | 4.6 / 5 |
| IGAN-P6 ANICEMOON CutterIGAN-P6 | 4.6 / 5 | 11,400 | 4.5 / 5 |
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Questions about the Performance 1919
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What size is the Performance 1919 cutter?
It is listed as a 12 inch bolt cutter.
How much does it weigh?
8.8 ounces.
Can it cut thick bolts or rebar?
Its compact 12 inch size points to lighter duty cutting rather than thick or hardened stock.