IIT 88020 Slip Joint Pliers 6 in

Overview

The IIT 88020 is a plier with an alloy steel handle that weighs just 1.6 ounces, making it one of the lightest pliers in its class rather than a heavy shop tool.

At under 2 ounces this plier is built for light, precise work rather than heavy leverage tasks. Alloy steel gives it some durability despite the light overall weight, which points to a smaller bodied plier rather than full size lineman's or slip joint pliers.

• 1.6 ounce weight
• Alloy steel handle
• Compact plier size
• IIT brand

Who it's for

Fits small precision tasks like electronics, crafts or light repair work where a full size heavy plier would be awkward. Not suited to heavy gripping or bending jobs that need mass and leverage.

Pros and cons

Performance notes

Its light weight makes it easy to maneuver for fine control, but that same light build means less mass behind each squeeze compared to larger pliers, so it will tire hands less on small jobs but struggle on tougher material.

Specifications

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