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Dave455
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Probably the 10”, I think it’s the best general purpose size.
I have the 7“ and 12“ at my shop, and it’s mostly the 7“ I use, but I’m doing mostly automotive work. For agricultural I would want something bigger.
I have the 10” in my road box, and it’s perfect for general machine shop use, pipe fittings, and all manner of unforseen stuff!
I have the 7“ and 12“ at my shop, and it’s mostly the 7“ I use, but I’m doing mostly automotive work. For agricultural I would want something bigger.
I have the 10” in my road box, and it’s perfect for general machine shop use, pipe fittings, and all manner of unforseen stuff!
Professional Tool User
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If you can only buy one size, it would be the 10".
Definitely the 10" for mechanic use.
I used my 7.5" regularly too, but it feels way less capable than my 10". If you're using it around the house, the 7.5" is probably the right size, but I rarely need the smaller size for fixing cars or tractors.
I used my 7.5" regularly too, but it feels way less capable than my 10". If you're using it around the house, the 7.5" is probably the right size, but I rarely need the smaller size for fixing cars or tractors.
rlitman
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Agreed.
I've got the 6", 7", 10" and 12", and the 7" gets used the most BY FAR, but yeah, if you're starting out, the 10" is the more versatile choice.
nadogail
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FWIW, my two cents votes for the 10" as the all around handy pliers.
Feralghoul88
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save the money and just get the multipack with all three of the sizes in one
kbeefy
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I work on cars and the 7" gets grabbed the most. I grab the 10" when it's not big enough.
On tractors bigger than a lawn tractor I would think the 10" would be a good starter.
On tractors bigger than a lawn tractor I would think the 10" would be a good starter.
wantedabiggergarage
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Your years too late (don't think they still sell them)...
Craftsman used to sell the 10" set for $20, pretty regularly and they had a package with both the 10" an 7".
Might keep your eyes peeled for them used though.
Craftsman used to sell the 10" set for $20, pretty regularly and they had a package with both the 10" an 7".
Might keep your eyes peeled for them used though.
rlitman
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I got my 10" at Sears for $37. Never saw it for less than that, but yeah, it's years too late now.
My 7" is actually Blue Point branded, and I got it on CL for $15.
Shop-hound
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Another vote for 10” if you were to only have one size.
He's a Snap-On guy, I'm taking little steps. This is the first part of my intervention showing him there are other great tools out there. Nothing wrong with SO tools, in fact there is a lot of good in them, I'm just showing him the world.
General Geoff
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Doesn't Snap-On sell Knipex tools out of their franchisee trucks?
guitarbutt
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Working on semis, the smaller ones aren't as useful as the 10"
Feralghoul88
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Yes, Im pretty sure, but every SO guy knows that the ones with the SO printed on them are way higher quality
They're also apt to tell you Snap-On OWNS Knipex.
Same for me.
I unintentionally ended up with every single size they make for the Pliers Wrench (except the novelty XS). I use the 7" the most but if I were to only have one it would be the 10". Same for the Cobra, if I could only have one, 10".
I unintentionally ended up with every single size they make for the Pliers Wrench (except the novelty XS). I use the 7" the most but if I were to only have one it would be the 10". Same for the Cobra, if I could only have one, 10".
KnurledNut
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Yup, my thoughts exactly. I've never seen Craftsman Pliers Wrench style pliers sold at Sears.
SBD Craftsman is making them now though as V-series but never seen them back then at Sears, only the Cobras.
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nbpt100
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Good Luck. Funny how many folks said I use the 7" the most but I would get the 10 if I could only have one.
I thought Elon Musk Tweeted it. Therefore it must be true.But doesn't HF own Snap-on? I saw it on the internet.
wantedabiggergarage
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Oops, cobra's.
I was on trying to read this, when I was supposed to be on "lunch break". Problem is, I don't get much of a break.
CGarage
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Knipex sells the 7 inch and 10” together in a set.
It’s the most useful automotive sizes.
That is why they package them together as a set.
- 2 Piece Cobra Pliers Set (87 01 180 & 87 01 250) (003120V01US)
P.S. Your thread title really is not useful and should be revised to reflect what you are actually asking for.
The 2 piece Pliers Wrench set (7" & 10") is p/n 9K0080109US
Dakotadadv8
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You can always return them if he wants Snap on and keep the Knipex for yourself.
rlitman
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I was talking about the pliers wrench at Sears. At one time they had the 10" and maybe the 12", and I used a coupon for the 10". I don't actually own any cobras, but that explains the price difference.
General Geoff
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I actually bought my first Pliers Wrench about 10 years ago at a Sears. Was competitively priced.
General Geoff
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The HF Icon version is a remarkably good clone of the Knipex original design. Been using a pair for a few months and aside from a slightly softer and puffier grip material, they handle and perform exactly the same as their German counterparts.
tool_scrounge
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For me the XS is an everyday carry pliers. It fits nicely in my jeans watch pocket.
Xcursion88
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10"
Tools serve what purpose?
Make life easier...
My rule of thumb with tools goes two ways.
If it's tight spaces I'm concerned with I always get the smallest possible I can get away with.
If clearance isn't an issue then the biggest (without being cumbersome) is what I look for. (More power)
You're right the title is kind of vague. I'll try to do better the next time I post.