Mastercraft 45-Degree Hose Plier, 8-in

Enjoyed using this master craft hose plier especially in those unique precision tasks. Loved using it in my crafting as well as in repairs around the house. I would highly recommend it.

Good quality pliers for the home mechanic. The teeth have a nice bite to them and the 8-inch size gives decent leverage. They feel sturdy and didn't flex when I put some weight behind them. My only minor complaint is that the handles could be a bit more padded, but for $15 (or less on sale), you can't really complain. Plus, the lifetime warranty at Canadian Tire makes it a no-brainer!

I received these pliers for free in return for my honest review. These pliers provide a high degree of convenience in performing what are often uncomfortable tasks: attaching and detaching hose nuts. Designed for use in tight spaces, the pliers have a 45 degree bend on a the upper part, with the serrated hose-grip portion having an opening gap of 1/2" when closed, and 2-1/4" when fully open. There is a lower serrated grip that has an opening of 1/8" when closed, and 1" when fully open. The tip of the pliers form a narrow pincer that can be used in a needlenose manner. There is an additional rear serrated grip under the pivot just above the handle. Out of the package, the pliers have a black carbon residue on the grip surfaces that may cause some staining on skin, light-coloured fabric etc... a quick wipe or rinse will remove most of it. It does not affect the performance as it serves as a dry lubricant for the hinge. The pliers are comfortable to hold, and have a good grip for small and large hands for one-handed operation. The bend at the hose grip portion is well-suited for gripping nuts for kitchen and bathroom faucet hoses which are often uncomfortable to reach with regular pliers or wrenches. The handles are coated in a rubbery grip, typical of Mastercraft tools. These are likely the least durable part of the tool, which is otherwise sturdy. For home repairs, this is an essential tool that will save many knuckles from bruising when doing light plumbing work. As the pivot isn't sealed, it is possible that the tool may rust if not dried immediately after use in wet applications, so some maintenance is required.

It was part of a promotion and the item was received free of charge. The item arrived quickly and well packaged. It seems very sturdy and capable of fulfilling its function.

These pliers take some getting used to to work, but they work, you definitely need to practice a few times to get it right, I found adding some type of grip over the hose helped even more