Customer Reviews
Upon first few uses I have noticed the thread from the spring loaded chain lock handle is bent which means it is not much use to me until a repair or replacement part is sorted. Welding splatter on the various thread adjustments could be problematic over time. They are useful when working on your own pending overcoming these few issues noted.
G'day Cameron,
Thanks for your review.
Sorry to hear that you have had a problem with the PROP A WELD.
In terms of the weld spatter, I agree with you that it is an issue. Its why we put the Tee arm away from the clamp point. The only way to try avoid it is to only use the Prop A Weld to get a good tack on the two peices being welded then remove it as soon as possible. One person suggested we supply a leather cover for the tool which is not a bad idea.
With regard to the bent part, I think I know what the issue may be. However, If you can please send us a picture of the offending part and we will send you out a replacement or we can provide a full refund if thats what you would prefer.
Regards,
Ian
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This is a Super easy to use strainer! First strainer I've used and fence I've put up but man this makes it easy. Gauge takes out all the guess work and the small increment movement of the ratchet helps get the strain spot on. Very happy as I've got kilometres of fencing to go and I'm not going to be fighting the strainer
Strained JTG works well. Used fixing fence on old barb wire. Well built wire clamps hold tight and do not bruise the wire. A little heavy but not a problem. Also used as come along replacing old cable type Power Pull.Might be useful during calving season.
Crinkler
Great product & fast shipping
I think I should of got the clamp type gauge when you tension the wire then release it you don’t know the tension. Don’t get me wrong it works ok just chose the wrong gauge.
We've been using a West Ender strainer board for quite a while and recently bought a second. Both the older and new units are excellent. We have other strainer boards also, but always grab a West Ender as first choice because it's easier to use in several respects (putting on and removing once the job is done, gripping the wire, allows for the release of individual line wires which is occasionally an advantage) and importantly two units can be joined together for use on 1.8m high mesh. We no longer have slipping issues. The second version is an improvement because the orientation on the handles on the grippers is more user friendly - well done designers! We often use a couple of consecutive strainer boards for going around bends in a fence line without the need to cut the mesh and tie off twice. Very solidly built and great all round!
Great quality made tools with exceptional customer service.. highly recommend
Absolute brilliant worked perfectly
Money well spent
Great bit of kit. I was never comfortable using my Strainrite tensioner - the clamp that grips the wire is prone to slip, and I’ve had high tensile wire break loose under tension and fly past my face more times than I care to mention. Serious injury avoided luckily.
The StraineX kit is infinitely better - the grip is spot-on and the ratchet allows precise tensioning. Many times with the traditional strainers I’d struggle to get the correct tension - with the StraineX it’s really easy. Thoroughly recommend this tool.
Great service. Delivered without issue. Had a query and they gave advice immediately.
I thought it would be good , but it's much better than good . Love it . Easy to use , doesn't slip , and tough . Recon it will take all the abuse I can give. As a contractor my gear gets used alot. I can see it lasting a long time.
I will never buy another brand of strainers again. They are robust and easy to use, the inbuilt tension gauge is great for on-boarding new staff. Quick and easy to hook up to the wires. Best strainers I’ve ever used.
Very easy to use, high end build quality, and faster than older fence strainers. Love the product!
simple and quick to install & quick delivery
Bit like going from the old hand rammer to the air rammer
You think how much easier is this
Same with the strainer board , makes fencing a lot more enjoyable
Simple an easy to use