Slip joint pliers, constructed in forged steel for durability, offer a two position, adjustable set of joint pliers for turning and grasping.

Popular manufactures of pliers, slip joint include Klein, Channellock, Stanley, and Irwin

The Klein 511-6 6-Inch Slip Joint Pliers offer serrated jaws for precise gripping strength, with a shear-type cutter for great wire cutting, and constructed with nickel-chrome plate for long-term durability. These pliers measure 6½-inch in length, with a 1 3/16-inch jaw length, a 1-3/16-inch jaw width, and a ⅜-inch jaw thickness.

The Channellock 546 6-Inch Heavy-Duty Slip Joint Plier offers a thin nose design, with cross hatching on jaws to grab tight, wire cutting shears, comfortable grip, constructed in polished drop forged steel, and its PermaLock fastener is able to eliminate bolt and nut failures.

The Irwin 2078406 Vise Grip 6-Inch Slip Joint Plier comes with hardened cutting edge (stays sharper for longer), ProTouch Grips, machined jaws, and available sized 6-inch or 8-inch.

Common features to a quality pair of slip join plier include – a rust resistant finish, machined jaws for maximum grip strength, a molded, ergonomic handle for extra comfort – and less hand fatigue, and come in sizes ranging from 4 – 9-inches long. A smaller sized set is perfect for those difficult to reach spots or on small projects.

All in all, a well-built set of slip joint pliers comes tempered and hardened for ease in cutting, grasping or turning in a variety of professional to home improvement projects.