Performance Tool 1919 Bolt Cutter 12"
- Item Weight: 0.55 pounds
- Number Of Handles: 2
- Batteries Required: No
- Size: Bolt Cutter (12")
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
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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ASIN: B002KS17UMModel: 1919Category: Bolt Cutters
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
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.
Pros and cons
- 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 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 0.55 poundslower than 91% of 23 bolt cutters |
| Size | Bolt Cutter (12") |
| Product Dimensions | 3.8 × 13.1 × 1.1 inches |
| Included components | |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Other details | |
| Number Of Handles | 2 |
| Batteries Required | No |
| Part Number | 1919 |
| Item Model Number | 1919 |
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Frequently asked questions
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.