Ohio Andy
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I'm in the 1% of people who find your statement ambiguous...
When you use use the term, those suckers are the bane of my existence, could you word that as either
Those idiots....
Or
Those drywall screws
Icon Snap on long nose talon pliers coming out soon?
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When you use use the term, those suckers are the bane of my existence, could you word that as either
Those idiots....
Or
Those drywall screws
four.cycle
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^ I paid $13.99 for the Workpro model when I ordered them Nov. 7.
The ICON model was about $32, as I recall.
If the Workpro model was $4.99, I would not buy it again. I posted photo images of both models side-by side above.
I left it to the viewers to make their own assessments.
The ICON model was about $32, as I recall.
If the Workpro model was $4.99, I would not buy it again. I posted photo images of both models side-by side above.
I left it to the viewers to make their own assessments.
Have you used the Workpros since the photo shoot? They look to be brand new?
Why wouldn't you purchase again?
four.cycle
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^ I have not used either pair - they are both still brand new.
Based solely on visual comparison, I would not purchase the "Workpro" model at a five-dollar price point.
I would purchase the "Workpro" model at a price point of three dollars, which is about what it's worth - just a bit more than a candy bar.
Fit and finish is sloppy. The serrations on the teeth are laughable when compared to the machining on the Icon model.
Make no mistake: I have no great love for Icon or Harbor Freight.
$32 for the Icon vs. $90 for the Snap-on equivalent makes that choice a no-brainer.
$14 for the Workpro vs $32 for the Icon is the textbook example of "Penny wise and Pound foolish".
Some unfortunate GarageJournal.com member is going to find a pair of "Workpro" long-nose pliers in his "Secret Santa" package, and I will be saying "Good riddance."
And that's just from visual comparison - I haven't even tried out either pair yet!
What was it that guy said again?
Based solely on visual comparison, I would not purchase the "Workpro" model at a five-dollar price point.
I would purchase the "Workpro" model at a price point of three dollars, which is about what it's worth - just a bit more than a candy bar.
Fit and finish is sloppy. The serrations on the teeth are laughable when compared to the machining on the Icon model.
Make no mistake: I have no great love for Icon or Harbor Freight.
$32 for the Icon vs. $90 for the Snap-on equivalent makes that choice a no-brainer.
$14 for the Workpro vs $32 for the Icon is the textbook example of "Penny wise and Pound foolish".
Some unfortunate GarageJournal.com member is going to find a pair of "Workpro" long-nose pliers in his "Secret Santa" package, and I will be saying "Good riddance."
And that's just from visual comparison - I haven't even tried out either pair yet!
What was it that guy said again?
whateg01
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I've used my workpro pliers a couple times. Once to replace some cotter pins and the other "time" is they live on the lathe for pulling stringy chips out of the work. Did great for both of those.
sparky 1971
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I was at work one day trying to do something and thought that the Snap On cloned pliers sitting in my box at home would be perfect for this so I bought a second pair. One at home and the other on my truck. I'll probably never need them again, but I got 'em.
That's the Garage Journal way...reduntant copies of all tools just in case!
Well, now at $11. Today only ... credit to slickdeals
ATate028
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I will say that the HF pliers work well to remove a shower drain in the absence of the correct shower-drain-wrench. I first tried with a pair of standard Snap-on needle nose, but they had just a little too much flex and I wasn't comfortable breaking them if it came to that. I side loaded the **** out of the handles on the HF pliers, no deflection at all. I might not be able to pick up a penny off the ground with them, but at this point it's quicker to do that with my hand and pennies are on the outs anyway.
-Allen
-Allen
david3921
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I think they pick up nickels now.
Mr Ratchet
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I had the Icons for quite a few months now. I find my self reaching for these more than I expected. They get include with my general purpose load outs when going some where to do work. They sit in the same drawer as most of my other pliers that have names like Knipex and Snap On. They are equals in terms of quality and performance. I used a techs Snap On version at work within the last few weeks. They had the same feel and results as the Icons I have at home.
For me, the Icons are way better and more important at "Pinching Pennies" than picking them up.
Merry Christmas!
For me, the Icons are way better and more important at "Pinching Pennies" than picking them up.
Merry Christmas!
Just got mine the other day. Super smooth slip joint with absolutely no play between the two arms of the pliers.
Meursault74
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I saw those in your Snap on Truck thread. Nice to see them come as a set of three for those interested. I bought mine separately as they came out over time.Just got mine the other day. Super smooth slip joint with absolutely no play between the two arms of the pliers.
Best part is my dealer gave me 15% off on the set.
Kurt4440
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I saw some posts about the Igarashi Pliers, IPS SB-165 in this thread and thought I should post a few comparison pictures for you guys.
four.cycle
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Fedwrench
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A long time ago when made in the USA Craftsman Professional was a thing, they offered the long nose or should I say extended nose slip joint pliers on the left. They measure 8.5 inches overall. At the same time SK offered the same pliers on the left with green grips in SK trim as well as the extended nose arc joint pliers on the right. I don't think they really caught on. I believe I picked these up at an Epstein day more than a few years ago.
I guess what's old is newish again
The work pro version is handy, right sized, and a good value. I have them in my travel kit at work. I think it was Knurled Nut that posted about the peeps cloning these pliers should have started with a shorter version than the original 9 inch model. He is absolutely correct as always. A 7-7.5 version would be extremely handy.
I guess what's old is newish again
The work pro version is handy, right sized, and a good value. I have them in my travel kit at work. I think it was Knurled Nut that posted about the peeps cloning these pliers should have started with a shorter version than the original 9 inch model. He is absolutely correct as always. A 7-7.5 version would be extremely handy.Attachments
Tchicken
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The WorkPro's that I received were bent badly at the tips so they were sent back for a refund. East Asian ****
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Are those "green" because they look yellowish. Secondly, if you don't mind me asking what the 3 pc set cost ? You can Pm me if you don't want to say. I was looking at the SO website last night and didn't see the set listed or I missed it.Just got mine the other day. Super smooth slip joint with absolutely no play between the two arms of the pliers.
They are Hi-Viz yellow, as Snap-On calls it.
I paid $165 for my set like 6 months ago. Also in Hi Viz.
mikebaker1129
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How much did that set cost ?
Part # of the set?
neophyte
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It’s a bit more than just “yellow”, which is actually a separate color Snap-On makes.Ok they are "yellow" I wasn't sure if it was the picture or actual color.
The “Hi-Viz” is specifically designed as a Fluorescent yellow, that can be easily spotted using black light, to prevent leaving tools behind, particularly in sensitive applications like aerospace.
A bunch of different tool manufacturers all introduced a “Hi-Viz” line around the same time period, including Klein, Facom, MAC, Matco, etc.
The regular Snsp-On yellow is closer to Big Bird’s color.
That would be a very smart idea.
Getting back to the Icons, I've had a set for maybe a year? and I've been purposely abusing them because I think I paid $20? for them and want to see how they hold up. Basically, I'm purposely trying to kill them because they were so cheap. But they keep saying, "Abuse me more; is that all you got?" I do wish that the serrations at the tip were a bit more aggressive, but so far, I'm extremely impressed with how they're holding up- waaaay better than Channellock and also my few Japanese pliers (I know, blasphemy). They are wearing, ok not wearing, like my Knipex and NWS. Yes, they are too big, and I'm waiting for the 7" or until I see the Snap On truck.
And I'm not a HF fanboy, but I'm also not biased. These are excellent pliers for a small price if the enormous size works for you.
And I'm not a HF fanboy, but I'm also not biased. These are excellent pliers for a small price if the enormous size works for you.