New Knipex TwinGrip

[Snapped-off]

Just ordered a set from HJE. Looking forward to trying them out. I've never used Knipex before.

 

[AJHD]

Damn it GJ. I just did something I never do... Pre-order something online, especially on Amazon.
Usually if it's not available, I don't buy it.

But that price was too good to pass up. $32.87 shipped. I doubt they will go for much cheaper than that.

 

[KCT_Curtis]

Just got the shipping notice from KC Tool. 82-01-200’s are on the way!

Just adding to this, but our first large shipment of these arrived today. Everyone who didn't receive a shipping notification Friday, but pre-ordered should see their order ship no later than tomorrow (edit: as long as there were no other backordered items on the order). We have a few left once everyone's pre-orders are fulfilled, but those are selling quickly. Wouldn't be surprised to see this item go out of stock tonight. After that, it will likely be the end of July/August before the next batch arrives depending on how quickly Knipex can get the product out.

Damn it GJ. I just did something I never do... Pre-order something online, especially on Amazon.
Usually if it's not available, I don't buy it.

But that price was too good to pass up. $32.87 shipped. I doubt they will go for much cheaper than that.

You're correct. I won't get in to the nitty gritty, but Knipex will require Amazon to raise their price moving forward.

If anyone has any other questions, feel free to reach out to us on social media or shoot me a PM here on Garage Journal.

 

[Draftpick1]

Damn it GJ. I just did something I never do... Pre-order something online, especially on Amazon.
Usually if it's not available, I don't buy it.

But that price was too good to pass up. $32.87 shipped. I doubt they will go for much cheaper than that.

Same here and no coupon to find, and $32.87 that’s a good shipped price! Now I just have to not think about it

 

[Steve_P]

I have the Engineer screw pliers and don't need these, but will probably get them anyway. But am I the only one that thinks 200mm length is at least 25mm more than needed for these?

 

[pizza]

I won't get in to the nitty gritty, but Knipex will require Amazon to raise their price moving forward.

haha. due to snitching?

 

[measuredtwice]

Probably better not to tell customers that you are responsible for the price going up. Haha!

I've read that the companies have legal ways of getting around MAP (minimum advertised price policy) like hiding the price until the product is added to the cart. Once it's in the cart, it no longer counts as advertised. It's irritating but supposedly that's one reason Amazon does it.

 

[demarpaint]

I grabbed a pair from Amazon at what I considered a very good price. I'm in no hurry to get them, and for the price they were tough to pass on.

 

[AJHD]

You're correct. I won't get in to the nitty gritty, but Knipex will require Amazon to raise their price moving forward.

Thanks for the re-assurance... Now, how do get Amazon to drop their prices?

On a more serious note, does anyone know if the price changes (up or down) between now and when these ship, will Amazon change the amount of the charge? Since Amazon doesn't charge until the item ships... Or will it stick with this "pre-order" price?

 

[pizza]

On a more serious note, does anyone know if the price changes (up or down) between now and when these ship, will Amazon change the amount of the charge? Since Amazon doesn't charge until the item ships... Or will it stick with this "pre-order" price?

your price is locked in. they'll either send it to you for that price or cancel the order (unlikely).

 

[Tools4Me]

My KC Tool TwinGrip pliers arrived today! Here are a few pics for those that are still waiting patiently. One thing I measured right away, was how small of a pin I can grip using the end of the pliers.

Answer- 3mm diameter.

Which means, these pliers should be able to grab and help remove any damaged screw with a head diameter of 3mm or larger as long as there's room for the pliers to access the screw head.

 

[measuredtwice]

Looks good!

 

[KnurledNut]

@Tools4Me
Appreciate the pics.
They look great!

 

[M6erfan]

My KC Tool TwinGrip pliers arrived today! Here are a few pics for those that are still waiting patiently. One thing I measured right away, was how small of a pin I can grip using the end of the pliers.

Answer- 3mm diameter.

Which means, these pliers should be able to grab and help remove any damaged screw with a head diameter of 3mm or larger as long as there's room for the pliers to access the screw head.

Great pics, thanks for posting. They look really nice

 

[anndel]

Looks awesome, now I'm interested.

 

[Fedwrench]

Great pictures!!! Thanks for sharing, mine should be here mid week. They look like vampliers hooked up with a pair of cobras

Although, I still feel Knipex should call the twingrip Piranhas

 

[HenryAZ]

I also got a package from KC Tool yesterday. The jaws open to six different positions, using a mechanism like Cobras. I'll add a couple of pics.

 

[hkd76]

Just got mine. They feel great in the hand. Probably become my go to pliers.

 

[Blind1]

ordered the comfort grip version on amazon earlier today. i figure the late ship date will give me a few more reviews to look at so i can decide. might end up canceling the order.

i think this could be the future of slip joint style pliers. maybe not this specific product because the teeth may be a little too sharp and aggressive, but it's headed in the right direction. i could even see this design concept potentially replacing combination pliers.

this is a good thing, because i think slip joint pliers are pretty much useless.

it's funny because i used to think they belonged in every toolbox. it was the default pliers for me.
but now... why would anyone reach for them when you have pliers wrench, cobra, or even some kind of quality combination pliers?

you can get so much more leverage and jaw/grip pressure with PWs or cobras, it's not even funny. they're much more adjustable, too. now we just need a straight version!

there will always be some perfect pair of pliers for some specific thing, but i haven't used slip joint in years. i just don't see where it fits in anymore. especially for general purpose, i think that maybe all you need is PW, cobra, long nose, and maybe a combination or linesman's.

It’s not always about grip pressure. If you do a lot of holding/pulling/manipulation of small parts or fab you’d probably find that a pair of slip joints will live in your off hand. The straight jaw is far superior when you don’t need to really twist.

 

[Beard Man]

Just adding to this, but our first large shipment of these arrived today. Everyone who didn't receive a shipping notification Friday, but pre-ordered should see their order ship no later than tomorrow (edit: as long as there were no other backordered items on the order). We have a few left once everyone's pre-orders are fulfilled, but those are selling quickly. Wouldn't be surprised to see this item go out of stock tonight. After that, it will likely be the end of July/August before the next batch arrives depending on how quickly Knipex can get the product out.

You're correct. I won't get in to the nitty gritty, but Knipex will require Amazon to raise their price moving forward.

If anyone has any other questions, feel free to reach out to us on social media or shoot me a PM here on Garage Journal.

Why your price is so HIGH?
For example:
Chad Tool Box sells 00 20 06 US1 KNIPEX 3-PC. COBRA PLIERS SET (7, 10, & 12) for $99.86 (Logged in account).
You sell same set for $141.47 (Logged in account) - https://www.kctool.com/knipex-00-20-06-us1-3pcs-cobra-pliers-set-7-10-12-plastic-grip/

Same with 00 20 06 US1 KNIPEX 3-PC. COBRA PLIERS SET (7, 10, & 12)
Chad Tool Box $36.65 - https://chadstoolbox.com/knipex-82-01-200-twingrip-slip-joint-pliers/
KC Tools $40.15 - https://www.kctool.com/knipex-82-01-200-twin-grip-8-slip-joint-pliers-plastic-grip/

 

[demarpaint]

I just got an email update from AMZN, they are now expecting to have them to me by 8/1-8/2 vs. 8/4-9/10.

 

[Draftpick1]

I just got an email update from AMZN, they are now expecting to have them to me by 8/1-8/2 vs. 8/4-9/10.

Mine still says 7/30-9/4

 

[Makapuu]

Just adding to this, but our first large shipment of these arrived today. Everyone who didn't receive a shipping notification Friday, but pre-ordered should see their order ship no later than tomorrow (edit: as long as there were no other backordered items on the order). We have a few left once everyone's pre-orders are fulfilled, but those are selling quickly. Wouldn't be surprised to see this item go out of stock tonight. After that, it will likely be the end of July/August before the next batch arrives depending on how quickly Knipex can get the product out.

You're correct. I won't get in to the nitty gritty, but Knipex will require Amazon to raise their price moving forward.

If anyone has any other questions, feel free to reach out to us on social media or shoot me a PM here on Garage Journal.

I pre-ordered my pliers on June 16 and received a verification of the order on June 17. Have not heard or received anything since.

 

[67King]

Probably better not to tell customers that you are responsible for the price going up. Haha!

I've read that the companies have legal ways of getting around MAP (minimum advertised price policy) like hiding the price until the product is added to the cart. Once it's in the cart, it no longer counts as advertised. It's irritating but supposedly that's one reason Amazon does it.

Yes, you can have coupons, you can have discounts, all kinds of things. But you can't advertise a price below MAP. Having been the North American importer and distributor for a product, I'm a big fan of MAP. Prevents price wars, and pushes vendors to sell products based on knowledge and customer service, rather than just price.

 

[KCTool_Official]

I pre-ordered my pliers on June 16 and received a verification of the order on June 17. Have not heard or received anything since.

Hey! Sorry about that. Not sure what is going on. Contact us with you order number and we see what the story is. You can either call us (913-440-9766), chat into the website, or email us at [email protected]. I promise we will figure out where your pliers are to the best of our abilities!

 

[KnurledNut]

I got my Piranhas. I was gonna wait, but ended up getting in on the cheap batch.
The machining is excellent!
Ironically, I could have used them several times in the past few months.
Looking forward to putting them to work.

 

[2ndGearRubber]

Cornwell guy had them in his hand when he came in. I've used them a few times, and am pleased thus far. Seeing them in my hand sold me, I was undecided via pictures on here.

 

[demarpaint]

I got mine the other day, I was lucky enough to get in on the cheap batch prior to Amazon raising the price. My only regret is I didn't order a second pair for my work toolbox.

 

[corn chip]

these pliers look sweet. im getting the plastic grip ones. any word when kc or hje will get more stock ?

 

[speed88]

I got mine yesterday from Amazon. I also picked up a pair of Engineer Pz-59’s to compare with.

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[dnschmidt]

I also got a package from KC Tool yesterday. The jaws open to six different positions, using a mechanism like Cobras. I'll add a couple of pics.

What does a guy from Arizona need these things for? I haven't seen a rusty bolt since I moved here 24 years ago. In Pittsburgh that's all I saw.

 

[Swervyjoe]

What does a guy from Arizona need these things for? I haven't seen a rusty bolt since I moved here 24 years ago. In Pittsburgh that's all I saw.

No one in Arizona ever cammed out a Phillips or flathead?

 

[pizza]

No one in Arizona ever cammed out a Phillips or flathead?

i agree.

also, if the issue is corrosion, i would not reach for this tool. the lever arm is the width of the tool, not even the length. good luck with that, lol. i'd try turbo sockets or something in that case.

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[dnschmidt]

No one in Arizona ever cammed out a Phillips or flathead?

Only when using a Craftsman Phillips screwdriver on a JIS screw. Sold a shitload of TOPTUL JIS screwdrivers to Honda motorcycle owners that didn't know the difference.

 

[HenryAZ]

What does a guy from Arizona need these things for? I haven't seen a rusty bolt since I moved here 24 years ago. In Pittsburgh that's all I saw.

My very first project after moving here in 2002 was rebuilding/modifying a 1974 F-40. Just the universal joints took a week soaking in Kroil before they would budge. Plenty of uses for the TwinGrip on projects.

Also, my wife has a PhD in camming out/stripping phillips heads.

 

[M6erfan]

What does a guy from Arizona need these things for? I haven't seen a rusty bolt since I moved here 24 years ago. In Pittsburgh that's all I saw.

Nothing comes from out of state?

 

[dnschmidt]

Nothing comes from out of state?

Not that I'm willing to work on. Dealt with that **** for 40 years. In the immortal words of Johnny Paycheck: "take this job and shove it I ain't working on this rusty **** no more." or something like that.

 

[KnurledNut]

Man these things work amazing pulling hinge pins.
The little sideways notch at the tip grabs it perfect.

POST YOUR RANDOM/UNEXPECTED USES!

 

[darkzero]

POST YOUR RANDOM/UNEXPECTED USES

Well.... you said!



J/K of course!

 

[KnurledNut]

Well.... you said!
J/K of course!

What we really need to know is: Did it remove it???