Channellock TG-1 Tongue and Groove Pliers Set 2 Piece
- Cutting Width: 12 inches
- Material Type: High Carbon Steel
- Grip Type: CHANNELLOCK BLUE
- Handle Material: High Carbon Steel
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A 2 pound, high carbon steel plier from a trusted US brand, rated 4.8 by nearly 5,900 buyers, built more for leverage and heavy use than fine detail work.
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ASIN: B0006694A0Model: TG-1Category: Pliers
Overview
The high carbon steel handle on the Channellock TG-1 plier contributes to its roughly 2 pound weight, more heft than a typical hand plier. Channellock is a long-established US brand for gripping and cutting tools.
At 2 pounds, the TG-1 is noticeably heavier than most household pliers, which points to a larger jaw or longer handle built for leverage rather than delicate work. Combined with a 4.8 rating from about 5,900 Amazon buyers, the numbers suggest a tool that holds up under repeated heavy use, even though exact jaw size is not listed here.
- High carbon steel handle
- About 2 pounds
- 4.8 average rating
- Channellock TG series
Who it's for
Tradespeople and serious DIYers who want a heavier duty plier with real leverage for tough gripping tasks. Not the right pick for anyone wanting a lightweight plier for small, precise work.
Pros and cons
- High carbon steel construction
- Substantial 2 pound weight for leverage
- Rated 4.8 from about 5,900 buyers
- Weight makes it less suited to delicate work
- Exact jaw dimensions not specified
Performance notes
The high carbon steel handle and 2 pound weight point to a tool built for leverage under heavy load rather than finesse. That heft is a tradeoff: it adds durability and grip strength but makes the TG-1 less suited to lighter, more delicate work.
Specifications
| Brand | CHANNELLOCK |
|---|---|
| Model | TG-1 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Cutting Width | 12 incheshigher than 98% of 198 pliers |
| Item Weight | 2 poundshigher than 80% of 253 pliers |
| Item Dimensions L X W | 15.2 × 9 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | High Carbon Steel |
| Handle Material | High Carbon Steel |
| Color | Polished |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | (1) 12-Inch Tongue And Groove Plier, (1) 9.5-Inch Tongue And Groove Plier |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | Limited Lifetime Warranty |
| Other details | |
| Grip Type | CHANNELLOCK BLUE |
| Specific Uses For Product | Amateur, Inside, Inside; Amateur, Inside; Professional, Outside, Outside; Amateur, Outside; Professional, Professional |
| Item Type Name | Tongue And Groove Plier Set |
| Set Name | 2 Piece Set, 9.5", 12" |
Closest rivals on specs
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Frequently asked questions
What is the TG-1 handle made of?
High carbon steel, per the listing specs.
How much does it weigh?
About 2 pounds.