IRWIN Vise-Grip 1602L3 Long Nose Locking Pliers 4 in
- Cutting Width: 4 inches
- Material Type: Blend
- Grip Type: Ergonomic
- Handle Material: Alloy Steel, Alloy Steel
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A recognizable name in locking pliers with a strong rating history, though this listing lacks the size and jaw-style detail needed to confirm it matches a specific replacement need.
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ASIN: B0000BYD9AModel: 1602L3Category: Pliers
Overview
No dimensions, jaw size or material specs are listed for this particular entry.
Vise-Grip is the name most people use generically for locking pliers, a design Irwin has produced for decades that clamps onto a workpiece and stays shut until released by a lever, freeing the user's hands. This listing does not specify which jaw length or style is included, so buyers replacing a specific size should confirm against their old tool.
- Brand: Irwin, Vise-Grip line
- Category: Tools, Pliers
Who it's for
Suits anyone who wants a plier that locks onto a bolt, pipe or workpiece and holds it without continued hand pressure, useful for stuck fasteners or as a makeshift clamp. Less useful if the job calls for a specific jaw profile, such as needle-nose or curved jaw, that this listing does not confirm.
Pros and cons
- Recognized locking plier design from an established brand
- Jaw length and profile not specified in this listing
- Material and cutting edge details not listed
Performance notes
Locking pliers like this work by tightening an adjustment screw until the jaws bite the workpiece, then a lever releases the lock. That basic mechanism is well established for the Vise-Grip line, though this listing does not confirm jaw length, curved versus straight jaws, or wire cutter presence for this specific unit.
Specifications
| Brand | Irwin |
|---|---|
| Model | 1602L3 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Cutting Width | 4 inches |
| Item Weight | 0.97 pounds |
| Item Dimensions L X W | 11 × 11 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Blend |
| Handle Material | Alloy Steel, Alloy Steel |
| Color | Silver |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 26.46 pounds |
| Included Components | 1602L3 - 4 In. Long Nose Locking Pliers |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | Limited lifetime |
| Other details | |
| Grip Type | Ergonomic |
| Specific Uses For Product | Professional, Ideal for Precision Work and Hobbies, Turn Screw to Adjust Pressure and Fit Work, Hardened Teeth |
| Item Type Name | PLIER LOCKING 4LN 4" LNG NOSE |
| Set Name | 4-Inch |
Closest rivals on specs
WORKPRO Locking Pliers Set 5 Piece- Item Weight 0.97 vs 0.22 pounds (+341%)
- Cutting Width 4 vs 0.1 inches (+3900%)
Amazon Basics Locking Pliers Set 5-Piece- Item Weight 0.97 vs 3.77 pounds (-74%)
- Cutting Width 4 vs 10 inches (-60%)
Frequently asked questions
What type of tool is the Irwin Vise-Grip?
It is a locking plier, listed under Tools, Pliers.