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Japan vs German Pliers (LONG NOSE)? Knipex, Vampliers, Klein, Fujiya, Irwin, Kobalt Needle Nose

Mar 2022/17 min/13 products tested

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The verdict

  1. 1

    Kobalt

    avg finish $11

    “It's really hard to argue that the Kobalt didn't win this showdown when you consider the very affordable price of just $11 and the very impressive performance.”
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Other picks

  • Budget pick

    Kobalt

    “It's really hard to argue that the Kobalt didn't win this showdown when you consider the very affordable price of just $11 and the very impressive performance.”
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  • Best value

    Irwin

    “The Irwin is also very affordable and performed very well.”
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  • Also noted

    Klein Tools

    “If price is not a factor, I really like the Klein Tools pliers.”
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Everything tested 13

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