Channellock 420 Tongue and Groove Pliers 9.5 in
- Cutting Width: 1.5 inches
- Material Type: Stainless Steel
- Grip Type: Ergonomic
- Handle Material: Alloy Steel
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A lightweight alloy steel plier from a trusted American tool brand, worth buying on brand reputation since detailed jaw specs are not listed here.
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ASIN: B000040OUZModel: 420Category: Pliers
Overview
A pair of Channellock 420 pliers, an alloy steel gripping tool weighing under a pound (13.44 oz), built for general grip and turn tasks around the shop or jobsite.
Channellock has built its name on American made pliers, and the 420 keeps to that pattern with an alloy steel body sized for one handed use. There is no seller copy or spec sheet showing jaw capacity, tooth pattern, or overall length, so buyers weighing it against other plier styles will want to check listing photos before ordering. What is on record here is the material and weight.
- Alloy steel construction
- 13.44 ounce weight
- Channellock branded
- Model 420
Who it's for
Suited to a tradesperson or DIYer who already trusts Channellock's plier line and wants a lightweight addition to a tool bag. Not a fit for anyone who needs an exact jaw opening or tooth count confirmed before buying, since that detail is not in the listing data.
Pros and cons
- Alloy steel build resists bending
- Light enough for repeated one handed use
- Backed by Channellock's plier reputation
- No jaw capacity or tooth pattern listed
- No seller description to confirm intended use
Performance notes
The alloy steel construction is the main lever on durability, giving the jaws resistance to bending under load compared with stamped steel alternatives. At 13.44 ounces it stays light enough for repeated one handed use without much wrist fatigue.
Specifications
| Brand | CHANNELLOCK |
|---|---|
| Model | 420 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Cutting Width | 1.5 incheslower than 52% of 198 pliers |
| Item Weight | 0.84 poundshigher than 59% of 253 pliers |
| Item Dimensions L X W | 12 × 4 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Handle Material | Alloy Steel |
| Color | Polished |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Unit^Instruction Guide |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | Lifetime against defect |
| Other details | |
| Grip Type | Ergonomic |
| Specific Uses For Product | Amateur, Inside, Inside; Amateur, Inside; Professional, Outside |
| Item Type Name | Channellock 420 9.5-Inch Straight Jaw Tongue And Groove Pliers / Groove Joint Plier With Comfort Grips / 1.5-Inch Jaw Capacity / Laser Heat-Treated 90° Teeth/ Forged High Carbon Steel / Made In USA |
| Set Name | 9.5 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Channellock 420 plier made of?
The handle and body are alloy steel, per the listed specifications.
How much does the Channellock 420 weigh?
It weighs 13.44 ounces, light enough for one handed use.
Does the listing specify jaw capacity?
No, the available data covers only material and weight, not jaw opening or tooth count.