These Klein Tools 9-Inch Journeyman pliers are induction hardened and have a hot-riveted joint for smooth and powerful action without handle wobble. Their streamlined design is paired with their cross-hatched knurled jaws for confident gripping. And their unique tempered handle design, with dual material Journeyman handles provide a better grip and absorbs the snap when using their side-cutting capabilities. 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.