KNIPEX - 8701180 Knipex 87 01 180 7-1/4-Inch Cobra Pliers

I work in the draft beer distribution industry as a draft beer technician and I have used these for years to take apart beer faucets, and couplers and they are fantastic.I looked for these on Amazon and found a great price on them and bought 2.We usually go through a company that sells draft beer equipment and supplies but the price they charge on some things is crazy high plus THAT company charges huge shipping costs, not Amazon.They are strong made material, that have a great feel in your hand when using them in a cold or wet environment inside of restaurant walk in coolers and don’t have a feeling that they will slip.They have an ease to adjust to the size you need whether using it for small items like pins, or larger items like bolts or nuts so they are really versatile for any application.They are compact to fit in your pocket and just the right size to not feel tiny when in your hands.I highly recommend buying one pair to use for every day tasks, and a second one to use for specialized things.Whether in your work toolbox, a car for emergency purposes, or at home for whatever you may need this for, buy a pair today

I'll add to the pile of 5/5 reviews for these. They are great quality and super-useful tools. I've got Channel Locks, which are OK, but these ones are the best in class. Smooth, strong, and bite-tightly. I've got the minis, the 7 inch, and the 10 inch, and also the giant 20+ inch ones. They all perform very well. They punch way outside of their weight class for most tasks. Not cheap, but buy once and cry once. If you have to pick a place to start, start with the 180s or 250s (7 or 10 inch), and go from there. It's probably worth getting a kit of three sizes though. You won't regret it. Knipex makes great tools overall, and these, their various cutters and pliers, the electrician's tool, and the pliers wrench are all awesome.

These are my go to pliers, absolutely the best and most used pliers/wrench in my extensive kit! Whenever I have a bolt/nut to turn or need to really strongly grasp something small I start with my Knipex Cobras, specifically my 7 1/4” (180mm), because 99 times out of 100 it’ll get the job done quickly. Whether I have a small part like a stuck cotter pin to remove, or a large 1”+ bolt/nut to turn it can handle most anything! Yes they aren’t the cheapest, but that is because they are quality, they truly are a replacement for many other wrenches and will be with you for life! There are imitators who’ve copied the design, some not too badly (I’ve even purchased a couple to try), but even the best of the competition pales in comparison! I own larger versions of these Cobras, but it’s truly extremely rare that I’ve ever needed to utilize them as the 7-1/4” are so useful and conveniently sized. When affecting a repair on the heavy equipment I maintain I usually have these in my back pocket (literally) they fit perfectly and comfortably and are so useful. If you’re looking for a pair of pliers then THESE ARE THE PLIERS YOU ARE LOOKING FOR! If you’re looking for a gift for a wrencher/gear-head then those are perfect as they will be found extremely useful and will last a lifetime which is something that cannot be said about most tools. This is the kind of tool your future grandchildren will still find extremely useful and perhaps the most cherished hand-me-down/memento they’ll ever receive, even if you’re currently just a kid yourself!

Great product. Easy too use and holds on everything

These are the most versatile, well made pliers I have ever used. They have paid for themselves many times over at this point…. A must have tool for anyone who does things with tools. They are hardened to perfection. The teeth in the jaws are still in tact, whereas they would have flattened out or broken off with other sets.Everyone seems to REALLY love them because mine keep coming up missing… I am on set number 3 as of now…. i think I am going to go ahead and buy two more sets, just so i do not have to be without… should more sticky fingers arise. God, I love these pliers.

Replacing my cheap Milwaukee garbage. Love these knipex pliers. The teeth grip hard. Clean them with a pick/brass brush every now and then and they are good as new

Well worth the money

They offer excellent grip and precision, with adjustable settings that make them versatile for various tasks. The build quality is top-notch, and they’re comfortable to use.