DEWALT DWHT70277 Plier
- Plier
- 4 ounces
- Alloy Steel
A light, alloy steel DEWALT plier suited to quick one-handed tasks around the shop, rather than heavy leverage work or a specific specialized jaw style.
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How it ranks among the 311 pliers we track
4.6★ across 505 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
505 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
50+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 311 pliers we track - how the scorecard works · full pliers data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
DEWALT's DWHT70277 plier weighs just 0.25 pounds and uses an alloy steel handle, built for quick one-handed work rather than sustained heavy leverage.
At a quarter pound, this sits toward the lighter end of DEWALT's plier lineup, and the alloy steel construction favors durability over the cushioned grips found on heavier models. The limited attribute data available does not specify jaw type or length.
- Handle: alloy steel
- Item weight 0.25 pounds
- Model DWHT70277
- DEWALT brand
Who it's for
Fits users who want a light, durable plier for quick tasks around the shop or jobsite. Buyers needing a specific jaw style, such as needle-nose or diagonal cutting, should confirm against the listing photos since jaw type is not in the supplied specs.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Light 0.25 pounds for one-handed use
- Alloy steel construction
- DEWALT brand backing
- Jaw type and length unspecified
- Grip material not detailed beyond steel
Performance notes
The alloy steel build and 0.25 pound weight point to a compact plier meant for fast, one-handed use rather than sustained heavy leverage, where a heavier tool with a cushioned grip would be more common.
Specifications
| Brand | DeWALT |
|---|---|
| Model | DWHT70277 |
| Item Weight | 4 ounces |
| Handle | Alloy Steel |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in pliers.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| DEWALT DWHT70277 PlierThis product | 4.6 / 5 | 505 | 3.9 / 5 |
| KNIPEX 87 01 250 PlierKnipex | 4.9 / 5 | 29,500 | 4.7 / 5 |
| CRAFTSMAN CMHT82547 PlierCraftsman | 4.7 / 5 | 12,000 | 4.6 / 5 |
| IRWIN 2078216 PlierIrwin | 4.8 / 5 | 9,296 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Klein D248-9ST PlierKlein | 4.8 / 5 | 6,158 | 4.6 / 5 |
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Questions about the DeWALT DWHT70277
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
How much does the DWHT70277 weigh?
About 0.25 pounds.
What is the handle made of?
Alloy steel.