Milwaukee 7 in. Straight Jaw Locking Pliers with Grip

This is a nice pair of locking pliers. All i had to do to get them out of the package was cut the zip tie and i could then pull them out of the package. The grip is very comfortable to hold and seems well attached. What makes these pliers exceptional is the ability to torque with a screwdriver post bite. This feature allowed me to be able to hammer the material against cast iron without it moving. I am impressed

The Milwaukee Brand, 7 in. Torque Lock Straight Jaw Locking Pliers with Durable Grip make a great companion to the Milwaukee Durable Grip Torque Lock curved jaw locking pliers. Curved jaw pliers work well for holding round objects, while straight jaws work best for me holding or clamping nuts and bolts or clamping sheet metal pieces, even when pulling nails or staples. Unlike locking pliers with a release lever that can sometimes spring open uncontrollably, I like that the Torque Lock pliers can easily be released with one hand, eliminating the busted knuckles that locking pliers are known for. The thumbscrew adjustment works easily for setting the adjustment just right over the knurled nut common with other brands of locking pliers. The larger and broader size of the rubber grip makes the pliers more comfortable to use, especially in cold weather or when outdoors when the sun can heat tools so warm, they are uncomfortable to hold. For my projects or on the job, locking pliers are my “Third Hand.” Given tight spaces or just plain holding or gripping something when both hands are needed for something or someplace else, locking pliers cannot be beat.

Great set of locking pliers. These are the straight jaw ones to compliment the curved jaw ones (should have both). These things are built like a tank. I would say even better than the old original “Vise-Grip”s that I still have from my grandfather. Forged and stamped construction with a welded hardened jaw. Nicely machined surfaces with a rust preventative coating. Textured plastic on the grips and a great feature for tightening which Milwaukee calls “Torque Lock”. You can use it to tighten the grip more after closing with a screwdriver or other tool instead of trying to squeeze it closed while over tightened. Much easier on the hands and tighter too.

This PARTICULAR set of pliers is like a “Needle Nose” set of locking pliers compared to the more common type jaw one finds on locking pliersThese are a great pair of locking pliers. As expected from Milwaukee, this is a high quality tool comparable to the competition. What makes this tool superior to the competition is the “thumb screw” adjustment feature. Besides being easier to use, it also allows one to add more torque in certain situations due to the hole in it for a screwdriver. While not functional, the red color is a “nice touch”For some needs I have, I find this needle nose type allows me to get into some tight places. It also has a “longer reach” than the common jaw type which is also good in certain scenarios. This 7″ model is a very handy size as well..This is a great addition to any tool box at a reasonable price. Another Milwaukee Winner….

First of all, you can’t go wrong with anything from Milwaukee …that’s why professional tradesmen always seem to use this brand. These locking pliers have nice rubberized handles for a strong, comfortable grip. This may not be necessary for the average DIYer, but if you’re someone who uses locking pliers throughout the day, you’ll appreciate the extra comfort. They also have a unique feature called “Torque Lock,” which allows you to do the fine tuning of the lock by inserting a screwdriver into the adjustment screw for extra turning power …most other locking pliers have a knurled dial, but these can sometimes be difficult to grip and turn when you really need to tighten down the lock. A nice innovation on some nice locking pliers.

This extremely well designed set of locking pliers has a “vice-like grip” with heavy duty jaws. The inner locking lever doesn’t seem to be prone to sliding out like in many other locking pliers. The well made rubber coated grip is unlikely to wear loose since it seems like an integral part of the handle. The jaws can be tightened by hand using the thumb screw or can be tightened down even more by using a flat screwdriver as a lever through the hole. Plus you can’t go wrong with the Milwaukee brand since they are well known for dependability and their hand tools have a limited lifetime warranty.

This is a high-quality torque lock! The rubber grip is thick, soft, yet durable, and very comfortable. The grip also has a groove pattern, which helps prevent hand slippage when applying pressure to the handle when gripping or tightening.The connecting spring is made of a thick-gauge metal and will last over time and repeated usage.The tool’s strong metal coating should provide additional durability and protection from rust, scratching, etc.The tightening screw head allows easy tightening by thumb. The tightening screw head also has a unique loop design that allows really strong, hard tightening by leveraging a screw driver and twisting clockwise inside the head. The tool has a very hard, tight grip but also releases very easy when the small hand grip is pulled. The locking teeth metal is very strong, so use the torque lock on medium or hard material objects or use a protective cloth for softer material objects.

I love these pliers! I replaced my old worn out one with this and have not been disappointed. It is well made and solid. I look forward to many more uses with this and to show it off in my collection. The grips are firm and I don’t even see a risk of them being loosened over time. The teeth are cut well and it sticks easily to anything to bite. The locking mechanism is simple and does not move when properly secured.

The Milwaukee Straight Jaw Locking Pliers are absolutely wonderful. The torque grip allowed me to use the tool worry free. Once they are locked on there is absolutely no slipping off until you release it. They are engineered for greater leverage and control. The chrome handles are rubber covered to offer a comfortable better grip. The tool has a limited lifetime warranty which for me is another plus. I love this tool and do recommend.

The Milwaukee Brand, 7 in. Torque Lock Straight Jaw Locking Pliers with Durable Grip make a great companion to the Milwaukee Durable Grip Torque Lock curved jaw locking pliers. Curved jaw pliers work well for holding round objects, while straight jaws work best for me holding or clamping nuts and bolts or clamping sheet metal pieces, even when pulling nails or staples. Unlike locking pliers with a release lever that can sometimes spring open uncontrollably, I like that the Torque Lock pliers can easily be released with one hand, eliminating the busted knuckles that locking pliers are known for. The thumbscrew adjustment works easily for setting the adjustment just right over the knurled nut common with other brands of locking pliers. The larger and broader size of the rubber grip makes the pliers more comfortable to use, especially in cold weather or when outdoors when the sun can heat tools so warm, they are uncomfortable to hold. For my projects or on the job, locking pliers are my “Third Hand.” Given tight spaces or just plain holding or gripping something when both hands are needed for something or someplace else, locking pliers cannot be beat.