We stock a wide range of pliers and snips for trade and general use, including Knipex combination and cable pliers, Irwin Vise Grip locking pliers, and Dargan pipe and fencing pliers.
Knipex combination and long nose pliers
Irwin Vise Grip locking pliers in various sizes
Dargan pipe cutters, fencing pliers and slate cutters
If you can't find the plier or snip you need, tell us what you need here and we'll source it for you.
Bahco 2681 Riveter possibility of two-hand operation for force increasing press arms are spring expanded riveting press steel arms are hardened and tempered specially shaped head enables operation in hard...
Bahco Steel Pliers Combination Pliers, 180 mm Overall Length Bahco Ergonomic Combination Pliers are high-quality tools made from black oxidised chrome vanadium steel with thermoplastic/polypropylene handles. These pliers ale feature...
Bahco Steel Pliers Long Nose Pliers, 160 mm Overall Length High performance alloy steel pliers with ergonomically designed non-slip hand grips which allow increased access into tight areasBlack finish, anti-corrosion...
Choosing the Right Plier for the Job
Combination pliers such as Knipex suit general gripping, bending and cutting tasks, while locking pliers such as Irwin Vise Grip clamp and hold material in place hands free, useful for repetitive fixing or awkward angles. Aviation snips, such as Bessey's range, are designed specifically for cutting sheet metal cleanly without distorting the edge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Knipex pliers worth the extra cost compared to standard pliers?
Knipex pliers are built from hardened tool steel for daily professional use, most trades find the extra durability and grip worth the investment over a working life of tools.
What is the difference between combination pliers and locking pliers?
Combination pliers are manually squeezed for gripping and cutting, locking pliers such as Irwin Vise Grip clamp onto material and hold it in place without continued hand pressure.
What are aviation snips used for?
Cutting sheet metal cleanly, commonly used in ductwork and roofing, available in straight and offset cutting patterns.
Do you stock pliers for cutting slate?
Yes, including the Dargan slate cutter puncher for roofing work.
What is a fencing plier used for?
Combines cutting, stapling and gripping functions in one tool, commonly used for agricultural and garden fencing work.
Can you source a specific plier brand or size not listed?
Yes, tell us what you need and we will try to source it for you.
