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.
Irwin 8R Locking Sheet Metal Tool Vice-Grip 8"/200mm The 8R sheet metal tool locks to work with the powerful grip. Makes all kinds of bending, forming and crimping jobs easier and...
Irwin Vise-Grip 10R Straight Jaw Locking Grip Pliers 250mm 10" T102L3 The IRWIN Vise-Grip straight Jaw Locking Pliers are suitable for general purpose and provide maximum strength and gripping capacity....
Irwin Vise-Grip 9" Long Nose Pliers 225mm 9" T1502EL4 IRWIN Vise-Grip powerful locking action with jaws long enough to reach into tight spots with small enough tips to grip tiny...
IRWIN Visegrip 7R Locking Plier 7in, Silver (VIS7RC) Easy to use High performance and long lasting Unique curved jaw Pivot allows jaw to align on workpiece for maximum grip without...
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.
