Pliers

New Channellock SpeedGrip Adjustable Pliers are 100% Made in USA

Jun 18, 2019 Stuart 42 Comments

Channellock has finally come out with new button-adjustable pliers. Read More

Made in USA, New Tools, Pliers

New Craftsman Compound Action Pliers and Cutters

Jun 14, 2019 Stuart 23 Comments

Craftsman has come out with 2 styles of compound action cutters and pliers. Read More

New Tools, Pliers

Aven Accu-Cut Hard Wire Cutters

Mar 26, 2019 Stuart 21 Comments

Here’s a quick look at Aven’s made-in-Germany hard wire cutters. Read More

Electrical Tools, Pliers, Precision Tools

New 10″ Knipex Pliers Wrench is Lighter and Opens Wider

Mar 25, 2019 Stuart 23 Comments

Knipex has updated their 10″ Pliers Wrench, describing it as the “Classic, Reinvented.” Read More

New Tools, Pliers

Deal: Knipex 4-in-1 Electricians’ Pliers

Mar 20, 2019 Stuart 14 Comments

These neat Knipex 4-in-1 electricians’ pliers are on sale. Read More

DealGuyd, Electrical Tools, Pliers

Schmitz Made-in-Germany Mini Pliers and Snips

Mar 20, 2019 Stuart 24 Comments

I came across Schmitz, a German brand of precision hand tools that’s now available in the USA. Read More

Pliers, Precision Tools

Have You Tried Knipex Locking Pliers?

Mar 12, 2019 Stuart 32 Comments

Here’s a quick spotlight on Knipex locking pliers. Read More

Pliers

Irwin Launches Improved Vise-Grip Locking Pliers

Mar 5, 2019 Stuart 29 Comments

Irwin has improved their Fast Release Vise-Grip locking pliers. Read More

New Tools, Pliers

New Irwin Vise-Grip Pliers Wrenches are Now Available

Feb 22, 2019 Benjamen 26 Comments

Irwin’s new Vise-Grip pliers wrenches are now available in 8″ and 10″ sizes at Lowe’s Read More

Hand Tools, Pliers, Wrenches

Irwin Vise-Grip GrooveLock Pliers Deal

Feb 21, 2019 Stuart 16 Comments

Irwin GrooveLock pliers are on sale. Read More

DealGuyd, Pliers

New Milwaukee VDE Insulated Pliers in Europe (NWS-Made?!)

Jan 25, 2019 Stuart 26 Comments

Check out these new Milwaukee VDE insulated pliers and cutters! Read More

Electrical Tools, New Tools, Pliers

Deal: Knipex EDC Pliers Kit

Dec 5, 2018 Stuart 13 Comments

Knipex’ mini pliers set is at a good price right now. Read More

DealGuyd, Pliers

Lowest Pricing on Knipex Pliers Wrench Set

Dec 4, 2018 Stuart 21 Comments

A reader alerted us to lower than usual pricing on this Knipex Pliers Wrench set. Read More

DealGuyd, Pliers

Channellock USA-Made Promo Pliers Set – Black Friday 2018 Tool Deal!

Nov 14, 2018 Stuart 22 Comments

I spotted a new front aisle promo display at Lowes, but… it’s not much of a deal. Yet? Read More

DealGuyd, Made in USA, Pliers

Early Black Friday 2018 Tool Deals: Irwin Groovelock Pliers 2pc Set for $15

Nov 7, 2018 Stuart 10 Comments

This is a great deal on Irwin GrooveLock adjustable pliers – $15 for 2 sizes. Read More

DealGuyd, Pliers

Spring Action Pliers, Cutters, and Wire Strippers – Yay or Nay?

Oct 25, 2018 Stuart 64 Comments

Spring-action pliers, cutters, and strippers – do you love ’em or hate ’em? Read More

Editorial, Electrical Tools, Pliers

Malco Reopens Former Vise-Grip Factory in DeWitt, Nebraska

Oct 22, 2018 Stuart 93 Comments

Malco has officially reopened the former Vise-Grips plant in DeWitt, Nebraska. Read More

Made in USA, New Tools, News, Pliers

New Milwaukee Mini Flush Cutting Pliers

May 9, 2018 Stuart 32 Comments

Milwaukee is coming out with new mini flush-cutting pliers. Read More

Electrical Tools, New Tools, Pliers, Precision Tools

New Klein “Hybrid” Pliers with Crimper

May 2, 2018 Stuart 22 Comments

Klein has come out with new multi-functional “Hybrid” electrical pliers. Read More

Electrical Tools, Made in USA, New Tools, Pliers

Reader Question: Best Pliers? What About Your Favorites?

Jan 9, 2018 Stuart 75 Comments

Which are your favorite pliers? Read More

Pliers, Reader Question

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