I had to edit this review once I realized what the problem was: namely that I did not understand the German abbreviation SB" which means the type of package. "SB" = Selbstbedienungsverpackung = "self-service package" usually a cardboard or blister package. I could not see any difference in the Amazon descriptions of the Knipex 90/70/220 and the Knipex SB 90/70/220 except the SB costs $5 more. A google search turned up the explanation after I had done the original review.
I was worried when I read two reviews claiming they since their punches had a piece of orange paper stuck in each punch, they had had gotten a used instead of new Knipex and one comment that she had the same concern. If you don't order the SB version, it comes in a too tiny plastic bag that is open at one end, not sealed, with no type of packaging, or insert or anything - just the tool and those orange pieces of paper stuck in the punches. It would be too much of coincidence that Amazon is selling multiple used ones with the same orange paper so I assume that Knipex or Amazon tested out the punch and just left those pieces in the punches and that my Knipex is new not used. I'm glad the other reviewers mentioned the orange paper stuck in the punches or I would have worried. It would be better to take them out before shipping to customers as well as seal or at least close the plastic bag instead of having half the punch stick out of the too small plastic bag. The best would be for Amazon to spell out that if you want this punch looking like it was brand new in the standard blister plastic sealed package like you would see in a store, then you need to order the SB and pay $5 more. I probably would have bought this version anyway but with less worry if I had known the difference.
But so far, it seems to work just fine cutting through fabric straps that my wife uses to make purses. I was worried that it might take too much pressure to work it, but she had no problem just squeezing the handle and it made nice neat holes through a double layer. So we will be keeping it. I'm giving it 5 stars despite those strange orange pieces of paper for all the reasons that the other 5 star reviewers gave: looks and feels sturdy, sharp punches, works without needing lots of pressure, etc.
| Material | Alloy Steel |
|---|---|
| Color | Red |
| Brand | KNIPEX |
| Product Dimensions | 8.81"L x 2.56"W x 0.88"H |
| Item Weight | 0.58 Pounds |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Sheet Count | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Knipex Tools LP |
| Part Number | 90 70 220 |
| Item Weight | 9.3 ounces |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
| Item model number | 9070220 |
| Power Source | Hand Powered |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Number Of Pieces | 1 |
| Number of Handles | 2 |
| Handle Material | Plastic |
| Usage | Service Field |
| Included Components | 1 Knipex Branded Product |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
