pdoire Posted October 8, 2004 Share Posted October 8, 2004 I have a chart of wire sizes that I obtained here, I believe it was originally created by Warren Tetting. I want to add to my "toys". I have an 8 lb sledge, couple different size pony clamps, IM#3, Ivanko Super Gripper. I have been using the ISG (still new, for only two weeks) but reading this board it is hard to know my relative strength on grippers, and I want to be able to relate to all the postings I see...hard to do with just the ISG. The IM#3 feels impossible now. My question is twofold: 1) If wire sizes are what determine the strength of the gripper...what are the Heavy Grips wire sizes?? They are so much cheaper..are they inferior? 2) What is the typical set of beginning grippers?? Which brand?? I do want to get certified later and have the number 3 now. Thanks for any feedback!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSW Posted October 8, 2004 Share Posted October 8, 2004 You could train on the supergripper and supplement it with neagtives on the #3, until you close the #3. If I were going to buy a set of grippers I would go with the Robert Baraban grippers. Check the FAQ forum for info on wire sizes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SqeezeMasterFlash Posted October 8, 2004 Share Posted October 8, 2004 I think most of us start with the IM grippers, but I'd start with the Warren Tetting grippers. All the same strengths as the IM grippers and then some. The Heavy Grips are cheap becuase they're cheaply made. There's not alot of quality control, the handles are set at different depths, and the spread between the handles varies alot. These are issues with all grippers, but more so with the HG's. If I were in your shoes I'd invest in as many different grippers as I could. The more the merrier. I'd also build a pinch block and a thick bar and have at it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pdoire Posted October 8, 2004 Author Share Posted October 8, 2004 Thanks RSW, The #3 is such a bear have trouble even forcing it closed..maybe bad "forced close" technique..but even when I have done it...it literally pops out of my hand. I know my poundages per the ISG spring calculator...but for example.. don't know if 140ip on ISG is equal to #1 IM?..or if 195ip is equal to #2 IM. I am just looking to compare relative strength....to relate to the board better. Don't get me wrong I love the infinite adjustments the ISG offers and plan to continue its use. Just wish I knew if they compared "pound for pound" so to speak. Thanks for your reply. Keep a grip!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
opnsysme Posted October 8, 2004 Share Posted October 8, 2004 (edited) I also have the ISG , however I don't think you will find a comparison. The grippers have a little different feel, they are usually wider when open the the ISG. The ISG is a great tool, I believe my "sweep" has been greatly improved because of its use. But to get good on grippers you need to train grippers. I know it sounds contrary but its true, search for old posts and you'll see. Do a search on ISG and you'll get a plethra of knowledge. Also as far as wire size being THE determining factor on gripper strength if false. It has a lot to do with it, but the handle depth , angle of spring, also are factors, so don't get caught up with just wire size. In fact if my #4 handles were an 1 1/2 lower I could probably close it!! Edited October 8, 2004 by opnsysme Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesG Posted October 8, 2004 Share Posted October 8, 2004 (edited) Get some grippers and continue to use the ISG. I love it for sweep work and I think it helps a ton when trying to set and handle heavier grippers. Good Luck! Edited October 8, 2004 by JamesG Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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