These look like regular adjustable pliers. I use them for the same purposes. But ... they have that 3rd adjustment hole, making the jaws capable of parallel bites on a larger range of sizes, and the jaws have a small curvature that gives them a micro-adjustment quality you won't find on regular pliers. (Hard to explain, but it makes a difference.) Bottom line: you'll rarely need a crescent wrench because the teeth won't mark up the material the way most pliers do. And they're well-made and reasonably priced.

These are my first pliers from Japan. The quality is spot on as is the finish. I will be buying more tools from this company.

Very good pliers. Strong and with a good grip.

These are by far the best pliers I've bought of Amazon in this type of format (Slip joint). They are extremely well machined, they feel super smooth, they grip well and do an excellent job. Japanese quality is second to none.

Love the pliers, really a pleasure to use, but not a laser engraving fan, we will see how long it lasts although nice logo.

It's from Japan, no more need to be said!

These pliers are great, especially for the money. Wish they offset the middle position like snapon, but other than that they're perfect just the way they are!

Compare to Snap-on. If you are a professional, I won't have to explain why I was so utterly disappointed that these simple forged, non-polished, loose riveted hinge slip joints are way overrated in other reviews. The Snap-On pliers are clearly built stronger, but that is not what makes the Tsunoda, PLC-200U, Hold Pliers, 8-inches completely inferior.Keep in mind that the pliers on the right were used every day for 5 years before the expert that absolutely gushed about how much better Tsunoda’s are than Snap-on's was even born. I wanted to believe there was something better and know they are probably sincere reviews. Just forgot that a person can be honest, but not correct.Disqualifying features:High polish is necessary;This pair of pliers is a good forging with limited machine work on the sides of the faces creating a polished look. That is a step above the forged pliers offered for free in a Japanese car or motorcycle tool kit, but not necessarily one made in Germany. The problem with any tool that is used professionally is they must have a polished finish on the entire surface. That way they can be cleaned of grease and grime with a simple wipe of a clean rag. Try that on anywhere except the polished flats and all you will do is impregnate the mess, especially on those knurled grips.Serviceable hinge;The Snap-on pliers have a mechanical interference nut (won't loosen) allowing wear adjustment. That adjustment is especially necessary as the pliers have an exceptional wire cutting shear point above the hinge. These Tsunoda’s came with a riveted hinge, it does not show well in the photos, but has a peened ball 1/2 the size of the actual pin. It is tiny and very short with little more material to keep the pliers together. Mine were actually delivered loose and I had to peen the rivet with a ball peen hammer. The fit is now good, but not serviceable unless you somehow have a replacement rivet, and good luck with that.Maximum flat grip on thin materials;While the manufacture promotes the third joint slip option allows for more parallel jaws when open. When closed they only make contact at the tip. You have to focus on the tip specifically to see it. But the Tsunoda, PLC-200U, Hold Pliers, 8-inches are curved away from the tip and the Snap-on's are 100% flat the entire machined segment.Grip position and comfort;While Snap-on has a smooth curved perfectly spaced handle with no sharp points on the inside or outside. Allowing for griping with all parts of your fingers and even palms. These Tsunoda Pliers have a rough finish with forging lines and sharp transitions. Most importantly, they have a very narrow grip when closed. Abnormally narrow, meaning the only way someone could feel that these are perfect would be if they have extremely small hands that cannot perform a natural grip, or just unable to manage the increased weight of the heavier Snap-Ons.To think I fooled myself into not only making this purchase, but adding on another item to get to $25 and 4-8 am overnight delivery. Man was I looking forward to being impressed. The initial disappointment was that my sealed Amazon bag had the hanging display card, but no tool inside. The saving grace is I not only had a replacement sent for free, but ultimately was given a full refund before the replacement arrived.In conclusion, had I not received this pair of pliers for free. I would have followed up on my disappointment with all the incorrect reviews and returned the pliers. As it stands. They are now mine to keep, but probably will leave in a car or somewhere I don't care about. These are now my least professional pair of pliers I have ever owned short of the old Yamaha SR500 tool kit.

Never used this brand before, great quality and nice features. Definitely recommend.

使いやすい

Bought these to fit in a maxpedition mini 6" tall pouch. Sadly they are actually half an inch taller than described and don't fit. Will stick with knipex cobra 125mm instead. Seem to be nicely made and I love tools without bulky soft grip handles. For something so precisely made, a more precise measurement on it's packaging and in it's name, might be more appropriate!

Esse alicate é uma verdadeira joia! Sem folgas, bem alinhado, arestas de corte justas. Um cabo emborrachado daria mais segurança na pegada…

コンパクトなのに、口開きも広く使えるので便利です。