Adjustable pliers are a must-have item for any tool kit!
Their versatility allows them to do many things, all while taking up minimal space. This makes them a great option for a Vehicle Tool Kit, Home Tool kit or even as an Every Day Carry item!
Which brand is the best?
There are a lot of options out there but we feel that one brand outshines them all.
Stick around as we go over our pick for Best Adjustable Pliers on the Market!
Who Makes The Best Adjustable Pliers?
Made in Germany, Knipex goes above and beyond with their manufacturing and attention to detail. Everything from the steel hardness, joint movement and handles are designed to be a cut above just about every other brand out there.
Features:
• Chrome vanadium electric steel, forged, oil-hardened
• Parallel jaws for a solid grip and flexible adjustment across multiple widths
• Touch of a button adjustment
• Plastic coated handles
How Many Types of Pliers does Knipex make?
When it comes to pliers, there are HUNDREDS to choose from.
So which ones are the best? Well, that depends.
Here is a list of a few of the most popular options along with a few more specialty models.
Best Overall Flat-Jaw Pliers, “Pliers Wrench” series
The flat jaws are flexible as they can be used for all kinds of jobs (loosing, tightening, holding). All without marring the work material.
They are available in a range of sizes depending on the job.
For the best “all-around” size, my recommendation would be the 7-1/4″ size as they are large enough for most tasks and take up minimal space in a toolkit. Perfect for a vehicle tool kit, boat, RV, airplane, atv and more.
Available in Multiple Sizes:
• 5 Inch pliers with flat jaws, Additional Information (link to datasheet)
• 6 Inch pliers with flat jaws, Additional Information (link to datasheet)
• 7-1/4 Inch pliers with flat jaws, Additional Information (link to datasheet)
• 7-1/4 Inch pliers with flat jaws, Black Finish, Additional Information (link to datasheet)
• 10 Inch pliers with flat jaws, Additional Information (link to datasheet)
Best Overall Toothed-Jaw, “Cobra Water Pump” series
The Cobra series of Water Pump pliers by Knipex features sharp teeth for exceptional gripping power on round and angular parts.
Induction hardened teeth will grip firmly and securely even after years of use.
Available in Multiple Sizes:
• 5 Inch pliers with toothed jaws, Additional Information (link to datasheet)
• 6 Inch pliers with toothed jaws, Additional Information (link to datasheet)
• 7-1/4 Inch pliers with toothed jaws, Additional Information (link to datasheet)
Best Overall High Leverage Diagonal Cutting Pliers
Designed for tough continuous use. Featuring Chrome vanadium induction-hardened steel (cutting edge hardness approx. 64 HRC)
Available in Multiple Sizes:
• 5 1/2 Inch Diagonal Cutting pliers, Additional Information (link to datasheet)
• 6 1/4 Inch Diagonal Cutting pliers, Additional Information (link to datasheet)
• 8 Inch Diagonal Cutting pliers, Additional Information (link to datasheet)
What Makes Knipex Pliers the Best?
When it comes to needing a set of pliers there is a saying that –
“Any set of pliers is better than no set of pliers”
While this is true. When compared against other brands the Knipex really stand out for their overall quality and attention to detail.
The smoothness of the adjustment button, the locking/unlocking operation and even the plastic coating used on the handles is just….better.
Here is a short video showing the level of detail in construction:
How to use Adjustable Pliers
What is nice about having a set of adjustable pliers around is how easy they are to use.
Metric, Standard or Irregular sized bolts, it makes no difference
Simply press the “Push” button to adjust the jaws to the desired size and squeeze the jaws to clamp down.
Once clamped on, you can then tighten or loosen the part as needed.
To readjust, loosen your grip on the handles and reposition the pliers for the next turn.
Check out the video to see these pliers in action:
As you can see from the video above, these pliers are super easy to use and provide superior gripping force vs an adjustable wrench.
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