Best products from r/Lineman
We found 11 comments on r/Lineman discussing the most recommended products. We ran sentiment analysis on each of these comments to determine how redditors feel about different products. We found 11 products and ranked them based on the amount of positive reactions they received. Here are the top 20.
1. Lineman Tool Pouch, 5-Pocket and Knife Snap, Durable Leather, 10-Inch x 11-Inch Klein Tools 5118P5
- Includes knife snap, pockets for pliers, most screwdrivers, a 6-foot (1.83 m) folding rule and open ended wrenches
- Rivet hole for belt connection
- Riveted leather construction ensures long life
- Double leather back for durability
- Made in the USA
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2. The Lineman's and Cableman's Handbook, Thirteenth Edition
- A contemporary twist on a classic design. This enduring organizer has a simple yet sophisticated finish and features pale contrast stitching and contrasting lining.
- Filofax comes with a yearly planner, note paper, indexes, to do list, contact pages, ruler/page marker. Simply lay the page marker between the relevant pages, and open the notebook later to right where you left off. Filofax organizers can be uniquely personalized with unique accessories and refills.
- Includes a 2018 week on 2 pages planner, multilingual. Organize your day, week, month, and year.
- Inside right has one PU pen loop, one notepad pocket. Left has four card pockets, three vertical slip pockets, one PU pen loop, one mesh ID window
- Cream elastic closure and cream elastic pen loop
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3. ARIAT Men's Powerline 8" 400G Waterproof 400G Composite Toe Work Boot Brown
Waterproof Pro construction with waterproof full-grain leather400g Thinsulate Ultra insulationRemovable kiltieLightly padded, protective collarGoodyear leather welt
4. ARIAT Men's Powerline 400G Waterproof 400G Composite Toe Work Boot Brown
- Waterproof Pro construction with waterproof full-grain leather
- 400g Thinsulate Ultra insulation
- Lightly padded, protective collar
- Goodyear leather welt
- Molded external heel protector
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5. Greenlee 0258-14 POCKET POUCH, Black
POCKET POUCHMetal tool clipTape chain includedUnited States Workforce
6. Youth Soccer Shin Guards, 2 Pair Lightweight and Breathable Child Calf Protective Gear Soccer Equipment for 3-10 Years Old Boys Girls Children Teenagers
- These shin guards soccer have the highly protective hard front plates which are lightweight, durable and can offer the shin & calf comprehensive protection to against impacts.
- Adjustable Elastic Nylon Buckle Straps: crafted with two flexible bands, the child soccer pads are more stable for long time wearing, great for teenagers, children, kids, boys, girls etc.
- EVA BACKING: Youth soccer shin guards' EVA backing for high comfort and durable cushioning.
- The elastic pp shell, foam padded backing and multiple breather holes design give these shin guards soccer light weight, high breathability, great fitting your leg shape and super comfort.
- LIGHTWEIGHT SHIN GUARDS: Lightweight plastic inner lining and soft foam parts which attach close to legs and can absorb impact energy.
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7. KNIPEX Tools 71 12 200, Comfort Grip High Leverage Cobolt Cutters with Opening Lock and Spring
- Opening spring with locking device integrated in the handles for comfortable working and secure transport
- uts components like bolts, nails, rivets, etc. up to 5.2 mm dia
- Exceptional cutting performance with minimum effort because of new lever action design
- Cutting edges additionally induction hardened, cutting edge hardness approx 64 hrc
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8. Streamlight Rubber Strap Headlamp
- Lighting
- Manufacturer: Streamlight
- Made in: China
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9. Klein Bottle Opener Klein Tools 98002BT
- Suitable for users from the apprentice to the demanding professional
- Cushion-Grip handle resists slippage and provides the comfort needed for frequent use
- Bottle cap Tip-Ident, allows for quick identification in tool pouches or crowded drawers
- Professionally designed and rigorously tested by an expert team to handle both foreign and domestic applications
- Made in USA with high-quality stainless steel construction
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11. Mueller Green Fitted Wrist Brace, Black, Right Hand, Small/Medium
- INTENDED USE: Helps relieve pain and swelling associated with carpel tunnel syndrome
- FIT: Intended for the Right Wrist. Size Small/Medium. 2 adjustable straps for custom fit
- SUPPORT: The wrist brace supports the weak or injured wrist while allowing your thumb and fingers full range of motion
- FABRIC: The soft, lightweight fabric is comfortable to wear all day. Made from latex-free recycled materials
- TRUSTED BRAND: Mueller Sports Medicine has been a trusted leader in sports medicine for over 60 years and is committed to helping you reduce pain
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Obviously there will be differing opinions on what brands to get, but this list below shows you can get everything you need for under $1500. Some of the tools are new, some used. Lineman gear is meant to take a beating so buying used is the way to go imo.
105 gear bag https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F323343600946
25 lineman pliers
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F332566525181
14 Adjustable wrench
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F173545962465
75 lineman wrench
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F253890315977
12 6" flat screwdriver
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F173548758408
17 folding ruler
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F323328474221
21 skinning knife
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F302562289665
14 420 channel lock adjustable pliers
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F253433841670
15 3/4 9/16 box wrench
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F263952777083
47 milled face hammer
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F192606834583
200 climbers/gaffs AND pads
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F332816065946
?? Climber shields
Dont need unless they wont let you climb without
?? Gaff shatpening kit
Dont need. I have one, never used in 5 years and gaffs are still sharp. Just dont walk around on gravel in your hooks and your climbers will stay sharp. Plus everyone else will have a kit if you really need it.
350 supersqueeze. Like someone else said, call buckinham and see what kind of deal you can get as an apprentice.
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F132791654359
52 tool holster https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004M2RE06/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_HD.QBb9NYP9X0
27 nut and bolt bag
https://www.linemenssupply.com/collections/nut-bolt-bags/products/buckingham-nut-bolt-bag41-4570g4
150 buck adjuster/ secondary strap
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F323469175227
6 belt hook green
https://www.linemenssupply.com/collections/body-belt-accessories/products/buckingham-gated-handline-carrier
Body belt $100-200 used.... may come with tool pouch and or nut bag so if it does, deduct the allowance for each of those respectively.
Search ebay for "lineman belt d(your size)" here is how you figure out your size
https://buckinghammfg.com/sizing-information/#bodyBelt
30 rain gear. You dont need fr rain gear, just something that will get you through school.
10 gloves.. any old gloves will do. I prefer all leather. Something like these
https://www.homedepot.com/p/West-Chester-Grain-Cowhide-Leather-Large-Work-Gloves-HD84000-LMCW12/100064254
5 safety glasses
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F122228283728
Chin strap dont need
Side shields dont nees unless you wear glasses
Insulated gauntlet gloves dont need. If you need insulated gloves just go to home depot
50 Gut strap dont need but some guys find climbing more comfortable with one
https://www.linemenssupply.com/collections/gut-straps-suspenders/products/buckingham-leather-non-man-rated-gut-strap-41-6257
11 gaff guards if you buy used hooks and they dont come with gaff guards
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F251999244881
200-350 composite toe climbing boots. I reccomend composite toe because they offer the safety of steel toe but your toes dont freeze off in the winter.Example http://amp.jharlen.com/p-11181-carolina-ca1904-lineman-boots.aspx
$1425 total. Can be more or less depending on what you choose or what deals you find.
They also asked what type of materials linemen use.
It may be worth buying The Lineman's and Cableman's Handbook for anyone else interested. I've seen it recommended, and it may even be a required book in the schooling itself. That would definitely give you good answers.
On amazon here https://www.amazon.com/Linemans-Cablemans-Handbook-Thirteenth/dp/0071850031/
ISBN-10: 0071850031
ISBN-13: 978-0071850032
Honestly really liking the Ariat, both slip on and tying version.
https://www.amazon.com/Ariat-Powerline-Industrial-Width-Distressed/dp/B01D8W0H5E/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1540070583&sr=8-2&keywords=ariat%2Bpowerline%2Bh2o%2Bpull%2Bon%2Bboot&th=1&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/Ariat-Powerline-Industrial-Medium-Distressed/dp/B01D5B0IJ8/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1540070583&sr=8-5&keywords=ariat%2Bpowerline%2Bh2o%2Bpull%2Bon%2Bboot&th=1&psc=1
Thanks for the replies guys, I've found this here
https://www.amazon.com/Greenlee-0258-14-Leather-Pouch-4-Pocket/dp/B002JASH72
Combined with a hammer clip do you think that'll do the job?
The tools u/YashinNashi mentioned is the plan to fit in there.
Are those child size soccer shin guards as climber pads??
why yes they are:
https://www.amazon.com/Lightweight-Breathable-Protective-Equipment-Teenagers/dp/B07CSNMQ29/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=KC0M96PZYMUD&keywords=child+soccer+shin+guards&qid=1574714325&sprefix=child+soccer+shi%2Caps%2C179&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzU0hNRThRTE5JM0NUJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMjM0NDE3MjNMSUsxV1JVMDZCVSZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwMTAxNjA2MUlGUU9VMU1LUkZGNiZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=
This is what I use and it works way better than dykes. They also easily cut nails and such.
KNIPEX https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005EXO81K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_lkUWBb1R5V5TF
You might want to try /r/flashlight. There are also rubber hard hat straps that should fit most headlamps.
https://www.amazon.com/Linemans-Cablemans-Handbook-12th-ebook/dp/B00708VO46
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Hey, I really hope this gets upvoted, but what you are complaining about is the beginning of carpal tunnel from the vibration. My suggestion (and I’ve had to do this before) is buy these https://www.amazon.com/Mueller-Fitted-Wrist-Brace-Medium/dp/B002NLGNW8/ref=lp_13106341_1_4_s_it?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1550548653&sr=1-4&th=1 or similar ones for each wrist and sleep wearing them every night.
The reason why you have the pain is from sleeping and having your wrists bent so the tendons can’t relax. Trust me on this you will feel better. (Like I said I had the same issue from vibration and the surgeon I went to suggested this)
I will also add that while this will help and ultimately keep you from doing permanent damage this is only a temporary (3ish months) solution. If you keep doing the repetitive action causing this you will do permanent damage and workers comp will not pay for repetitive motion injuries. So start using the wrist braces now.