Channellock 432
Score: 88/100
Knipex Pliers Wrench 10-inch Black
Score: 90/100Rankings
The Knipex 86 01 250 is a 10-inch adjustable pliers wrench featuring smooth, parallel jaws and a push-button adjustment mechanism. It is praised for its ability to grip chrome fittings without scratches and its high leverage. It is heavier than standard pliers and not suitable for electrical work.
The Channellock 432 is a robust 10-inch V-Jaw Tongue & Groove Plier designed for gripping round stock and tubing with increased contact points. It features a unique V-jaw and PERMALOCK fastener for durability, though it lacks the quick-adjust mechanism of the 432X model. Best suited for plumbers and mechanics handling cylindrical objects where traditional jaws slip.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
254 mmbest | 250 mm | |
50.8 mm | 52 mmbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 430.91 gbest | 465 g |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Jaw & Cutting Performance(3) | ||
Jaw Type | v_jaw | Smooth Parallel |
Jaw Capacity (mm) | 50.8 mm | 52 mm |
Finish | polished | Black Atramentized |
Handle & Ergonomics(1) | ||
Grip Type | comfort_grip | Smooth |
Core Specifications(5) | ||
Tool Type | tongue_and_groove | Pliers Wrench |
Material | high_carbon_steel | Chrome Vanadium Steel |
Overall Length (mm) | 254 mm | 250 mm |
Weight (g) | 430.91 g | 465 g |
Warranty | limited_lifetime | Lifetime Limited |
Adjustability & Mechanisms(2) | ||
Adjustment Mechanism | manual | Push-Button |
Joint Type | tongue_and_groove | Box-Joint |
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No independent professional reviewer or editor quotes are present in the search results for the Channellock 432. Official descriptions emphasize its V-jaw for 'more points of contact on round stock and tubing' and build quality for 'lasting grip.'
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“Game-changer for plumbing-grips chrome fittings perfectly without scratches”
“Adjusts smoothly, stays set; used on bike repairs and automotive nuts up to 50mm”
“Super strong grip, no slippage on rusted bolts”
Professional reviewers and editors emphasize the Knipex 86 01 250's precision engineering and multi-tool efficiency, noting it effectively replaces traditional wrench sets.
Everyday users describe the tool as a 'game-changer' for plumbing and automotive work, particularly praising its ability to grip chrome fittings without scratches.
