Klein Tools makes some of the world's finest pliers. These High-Leverage, Side-Cutting Pliers features a rivet closer to the cutting edge which provides 46% more cutting and gripping power than other pliers. Induction hardened cutting knives are extra durable for longer life. Pliers handle tempering absorbs the "snap" when cutting wire. Knife is induction hardened to deliver precise cut. Cutting pliers knives are induction hardened for long life. Precision-hardened plier head for on-the-job toughness. Plastic-dipped handles for comfort and ease of identification. ''Handform'' handles for full gripping and cutting power. For more than 160 years, Klein Tools has manufactured premium-quality, professional-grade hand tools that deliver the performance, durability and precision needed to get the job done right. Our family of engineers, workers and craftsman continue to put six generations of expertise into every tool we create by using only the highest quality materials, superior workmanship, and keeping manufacturing as close to home as we can. Klein isn't just the name of our company, it's also our family name. And since we're an American company that's family-owned and family-run, you know you can count on us to be here tomorrow. Klein Tools doesn't just make great products, we make great products that stand up to the demands of the professionals who use them every day ... Since 1857.