VELCRO Brand One Wrap Thin Ties, Black, 8 x 1/2-Inch, 100 Count (91140)
Today we're looking at the "VELCRO Brand One Wrap Thin Ties, Black, 8 x 1/2-Inch, 100 Count (91140)" from VELCRO Brand.
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Introduction:
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When I find a product that does the job well, is easy to use and economical; I STICK WITH IT. Rarely does a product successfully combine all three of the above aspects, but this one CERTAINLY DOES.
With four computers, three monitors, three routers and three switches (not to mention home theater audio/video gear), you can imagine the amount of cable clutter I have to deal with. There are several possible solutions, and I have used them in varying combinations, but these VELCRO Cable Ties form the BACKBONE for my cable management regimen.
They are TRULY INDISPENSIBLE and I simply count NOT do without them!
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Manufacturer's Claims:
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* Take control of computer and electronics cord clutter with easily adjustable, reusable hook & loop ties.
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>>> Yes, in spades!
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* Perfect for computer, appliance and electronic cord organization, wire management and storage.
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>>> Again, YES!
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* Trusted & used in data & network centers across the globe. Wraps onto itself for secure hold
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>>> The first part I cannot vouch for, but it seems quite reasonable
>>> given that the second part is completely TRUE.
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* 100 Pack of adjustable, reusable, low profile Black VELCRO Brand Thin Ties
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>>> This is where the TRUE VALUE enters the picture. These are effective
>>> and are an ABSOLUTE BARGAIN for the price. They are billed as light-
>>> duty but are strong enough for the vast majority of jobs.
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* Cut it to length or combine ties to make it the perfect length for any application
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>>> Yes, you can, but I generally just use one tie and wrap the excess
>>> back around itself so that I have an intact tie for re-use later. But
>>> for tight spaces, you may want to cut them to a specific length.
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Pros:
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* Totally effective!
* Inexpensive
* A generous quantity for the price
* A multitude of uses around the home, shop and office
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Cons:
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* Not pre-cut
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>>> This is really a nit rather than a con, but they come in a package
>>> of four (4) rolls. Each roll is a continuous strip of ties that are
>>> slightly notched to come apart at a specific point. You must be
>>> CAREFUL to grasp the two adjoining ties at the PROPER POINT and
>>> pull them apart. This way they will separate cleanly. If you just
>>> yank "Willy Nilly" at a random point, you risk pulling the ties
>>> apart at the wrong spot and ripping the head off one.
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* Semi-punched through holes
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>>> Again, a nit. The through holes where you insert the end of the
>>> tie back upon itself are NEARLY completely punched through. You
>>> must remove the waste scrap manually, but this is quite a simple
>>> task. You just have to remember to throw them away otherwise you
>>> have tiny VELCRO rectangles lying all over.
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Despite these two minuscule nits, I really CANNOT see any way the product could be improved.
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Craftsmanship:
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VERY GOOD given the price and usage paradigm. 5 STARS.
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Effectiveness:
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100% PERFECTLY EFFECTIVE. 5 STARS.
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Price / Value:
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Stunning bargain! At $0.06 each, you'd be hard pressed to find cheaper ones of comparable quality. 5 STARS.
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Ease of Use:
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Duh! Let's just say, you won't need instructions. If you do, give up and take up knitting instead. 5 STARS.
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Conclusions and Rating:
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This is my third purchase of the "VELCRO Brand One Wrap Thin Ties, Black, 8 x 1/2-Inch, 100 Count (91140)", and I CAN ALWAYS USE MORE as the uses for this product are nearly endless.
So today, the "VELCRO Brand One Wrap Thin Ties" garner a PERFECT 5 STARS. I only wish I could give them 10! Great job VELCRO Brand and Amazon!
Enjoy!
Jay Pea
Customer
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