Abstract: A tool for preparing the end of a fiber optic cable for termination to a fiber optic connector can include a hand-held tool capable of scoring the jacket of the cable and cutting the cable. The scoring and cutting operations can be performed in one action or motion. The scoring and cutting locations can be spaced by a predetermined distance to bare a predetermined length of optical fiber. The tool may include a staging area for holding a heat-shrink sleeve, clamp, and boot in alignment while the cable is being processed. The tool also may include a cutting component for cutting strength members of the cable; and a clamp docking station to align the cable with the cutting component.