Needle OTL-061-001 Plier
- Plier
- 2.8 ounces
- Plastic,Steel
- More reviewed than 81%
A lightweight plier with a plastic and steel handle, better suited to fine detail work than heavy gripping given its low weight.
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How it ranks among the 311 pliers we track
4.5★ across 2,100 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
2,100 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Modest tracked demand 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
At 0.08 kilograms, the OTL-061-001 is among the lightest pliers here, built with a plastic and steel handle for fine detail work rather than heavy clamping.
The listing gives handle material as plastic and steel but does not state jaw type, length or intended use beyond the general plier category. At 0.08 kilograms it is noticeably lighter than typical general-purpose pliers, which usually points to fine work such as jewelry, electronics or craft tasks, though that specific application is not stated in the data. No recent purchase volume is reported for this listing.
- Plastic and steel handle
- 0.08 kilogram weight
- Tools category, pliers subtype
- Rated 4.5 from reported reviews
Who it's for
Suits someone who wants a small, light plier for detail work where a bulky tool would get in the way. Skip it if your job calls for high clamping force or a specific jaw profile, since neither is confirmed here.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Very light and easy to handle
- Mixed handle material for grip with lower weight
- Jaw type and length not specified
- Not built for heavy clamping force
Performance notes
The mixed plastic and steel handle likely trims weight without removing grip entirely, but at 0.08 kilograms this is not a tool built for heavy leverage. Expect it to perform best on small, low-force tasks.
Specifications
| Brand | Needle |
|---|---|
| Model | OTL-061-001 |
| Item Weight | 2.8 ounces |
| Handle | Plastic,Steel |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in pliers.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Needle OTL-061-001 PlierThis product | 4.5 / 5 | 2,100 | 3.7 / 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 Needle OTL-061-001
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What is the OTL-061-001 plier's handle made of?
A combination of plastic and steel.
How much does it weigh?
0.08 kilograms, one of the lighter pliers available.