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Channel-lock brand pliers

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chris smith

01-19-2003 15:47:42




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I had always thought tongue & groove pliers were all equal.. Well I got me a set of Channel Lock brand pliers, And I was blown away at how well they grip compared to my generic ones.. What makes these grip so well?? And the quality, beefy but still easy to use. Very good quality. What are you alls expierences with these??? And I got a free 16" pair, found them on the road, work as good as new.. Any comments Welcome..

Thanks!! Chris Smith

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Bus Driver

01-22-2003 17:25:01




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 Re: Channel-lock brand pliers in reply to chris smith, 01-19-2003 15:47:42  
Channel-lock brand is really good for the adjustable pliers. For pliers with cutting edges, particularly linesmans pliers, I prefer Klein.



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Joe

09-10-2003 15:56:10




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 Re: Re: Channel-lock brand pliers in reply to Bus Driver, 01-22-2003 17:25:01  
do you have channel locks that go by the name 440 C ??



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dave

01-21-2003 21:13:09




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 Re: Channel-lock brand pliers in reply to chris smith, 01-19-2003 15:47:42  
The only negative thing I can say is....
my tools were burn in a motor home fire.
Craftsman replaced all of the sockets, ratches and screw drivers, no questions. Channel-lock would not replace any of the plyers....I wired wheeled, painted and still use them.

I would still buy more channel-lock thou. There that good.



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Chris Smith

01-20-2003 17:50:50




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 Re: Channel-lock brand pliers in reply to chris smith, 01-19-2003 15:47:42  
In you humble opinion, What size do you find you use the most?? Or which sizes do you feel would make a good set?? Or what size is it best to have two of??

This site is full of great info!! Thanks again guys..



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max

01-21-2003 12:55:35




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 Re: Re: Channel-lock brand pliers in reply to Chris Smith, 01-20-2003 17:50:50  
9 inch "nutbuster" even better than you could imagine, even as an optimist. my tool rack has a lot of blue handles on it. great value. I saw they have a cheaper line now also. why bother? the top line is reasonably inexpensive.

my brother shows up one day with a taiwan copy. damn right dangerous to use.



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Bret

01-21-2003 06:21:53




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 Re: Re: Channel-lock brand pliers in reply to Chris Smith, 01-20-2003 17:50:50  
I've got a pair of the biggest they make that I use all the time on large odd size stuff. A pair of 10 inchers and 8 inchers get a lot of use too. Actually I'd like to have at least 2 of every tool they make. But then again, I'm greedy!



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max

01-22-2003 07:17:50




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 Re: Re: Re: Channel-lock brand pliers in reply to Bret, 01-21-2003 06:21:53  
They have a 20" straight jaw (called BigAzz) and a 14" nutbuster. Both are on my wish list.



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Vern-MI

01-20-2003 15:17:57




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 Re: Channel-lock brand pliers in reply to chris smith, 01-19-2003 15:47:42  
Channel Lock all the way including needle nose battery pliers and screwdrivers and haven't found better tools. Tried Craftsman Robo's and very disappointed.



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MarkB

01-20-2003 05:46:45




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 Re: Channel-lock brand pliers in reply to chris smith, 01-19-2003 15:47:42  
If you look at the "channel" grooves on a pair of Channel Locks, you will see that they are undercut. The more pressure you put on the pliers, the tighter the two plier halves are pulled together. At least that is what Channel Lock always advertised as their proprietary advantage. It makes sense; if the pliers are tight, then the jaws will stay parallel and should grip better.

It seems that today's tools are falling into just a couple of categories: There are few quality domestic tool brands like Vise Grips and Channel Locks and everything else seems to be imported junk.

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Scott Green

01-20-2003 05:02:53




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 Re: Channel-lock brand pliers in reply to chris smith, 01-19-2003 15:47:42  
I was working at a customers house , when I needed to grip and turn something(don't remember what). Anyways , he had a brand new set of craftsman groove joint pliers. Very aggressive looking teeth. I thought I had it made. It didn't take long to find out they were not worth a dambed. Never Ever will I buy a single pair of them. Channel-locks are good tools. I have channel-lock.



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pg

01-20-2003 01:45:58




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 Re: Channel-lock brand pliers in reply to chris smith, 01-19-2003 15:47:42  
im a plumber for a living and channels are like my right hand. wouldnt buy any other brand.



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Chris

01-19-2003 20:39:51




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 Re: Channel-lock brand pliers in reply to chris smith, 01-19-2003 15:47:42  
Channel lock is a great tool. Another great plier is a Knipex. I especally like their Alligator plier. Strong and light. Well made tool.



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Mark

01-19-2003 17:16:43




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 Re: Channel-lock brand pliers in reply to chris smith, 01-19-2003 15:47:42  
Have 9 pairs of channel locks, over the past 30 years, many have worn out...not much grip left, it was worn off from heavy use....took them to Lowes and got brand new pairs...work excellent



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Dusty

01-19-2003 17:23:23




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 Re: Re: Channel-lock brand pliers in reply to Mark, 01-19-2003 17:16:43  
I don't belive that you can find an electrican without at least one pair of Channel Locks in his pouch.

Dusty



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G Taylor

01-22-2003 08:29:10




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 Re: Re: Re: Channel-lock brand pliers in reply to Dusty, 01-19-2003 17:23:23  
Kline tools are pretty good too. Best linesman pliers I had for a week until I trusted someone the power was off. Just a pair of wire strippers now.



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Dennis Benson

01-19-2003 17:07:47




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 Re: Channel-lock brand pliers in reply to chris smith, 01-19-2003 15:47:42  
I have several pair of Channel Lock vice grips I picked up that people threw away with their trash in the curbside recycling. I have some Craftsman that won't grip anything, they have laminated jaws.



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Ludwig

01-19-2003 16:59:21




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 Re: Channel-lock brand pliers in reply to chris smith, 01-19-2003 15:47:42  
Channel locks and vice grips. Two brands that are worth every cent. I have to believe its part metallurgy and part close machining.



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Mguy

01-19-2003 16:19:59




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 Re: Channel-lock brand pliers in reply to chris smith, 01-19-2003 15:47:42  
Use Channels every day at work (pipefitter). There's nothing as good. Tried robos, crescents,diamonds,lotsa types -nope-gimme channellocks.Mguy



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Jim K

01-19-2003 16:00:27




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 Re: Channel-lock brand pliers in reply to chris smith, 01-19-2003 15:47:42  
I won't use anything but, Channel Lock invented the groove lock plier, all the others are just poor imitations.
Jim K



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Don LC

01-19-2003 22:14:45




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 Re: Re: Channel-lock brand pliers in reply to Jim K, 01-19-2003 16:00:27  
Before I retired,I had the chance to tour the plant..They are located in DeWitt Neb.The first ones pair was made by a blacksmith.....his grandsons are running the company now.....when they come upon a need for a new clamp or gripping tool they develope one that will do the job.....I met these fellows and toured their plant,very nice people.....



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shull

01-19-2003 20:49:25




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 Re: Re: Channel-lock brand pliers in reply to Jim K, 01-19-2003 16:00:27  
Yep, they are u.s. made in the tool and die capital of the nation. MEADVILLE,PA.



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