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We offer KNIPEX pliers for demanding users.
The entire range of KNIPEX products provides solutions for effective, easy and safe work.
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Universal pliers
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Multifunctional pliers
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Pliers for electrical installations
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Cable Strippers Crimping Tools
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Adjustable wrenches
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Universal clamps
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Scissors for electricians
High quality pliers for professionals!
Premium quality German engineering.
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9 1/2" HIGH LEVERAGE LINEMAN'S PLIERS NEW ENGLAND HEAD-1000V INSULATED
High leverage design requires 50% less effort compared to conventional combination pliers due to an optimized transmission ratio
High transmission ratio for easy cutting
Optimized handle shape for firm contact to the hand for easier operation
Effective cross-hatched knurled gripping zone in the jaws for strong gripping and pulling
Serrated gripping zone below the joint for powerful leverage
Cutting edges for soft and hard wire, nails and piano wire
Cutting edge hardness (approx. 64 HRC)
Vanadium steel, forged, multi stage oil-hardened
High leverage design requires 50% less effort compared to conventional combination pliers due to an optimized transmission ratio
High transmission ratio for easy cutting
Optimized handle shape for firm contact to the hand for easier operation
Effective cross-hatched knurled gripping zone in the jaws for strong gripping and pulling
Serrated gripping zone below the joint for powerful leverage
Cutting edges for soft and hard wire, nails and piano wire
Cutting edge hardness (approx. 64 HRC)
Vanadium steel, forged, multi stage oil-hardened

PLIERS FOR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
6 functions in one pair of pliers
To grip flat and round material, for bending, deburring, cutting cable, stripping and crimping wire ferrules
Smooth surfaces near the tips grip single cores without damaging them; serrated gripping surfaces and pipe grip for gripping flat and round material
Clear-cut outside edge on the gripping surfaces for working on flush-mounted junction boxes and deburring feed-through holes
Stripping holes for conductors of 0.75 - 1.5 mm² and 2.5 mm²
Crimping die for wire ferrules 0.5 - 2.5 mm²
Cable shears with (induction-hardened) precision cutting edges for copper and aluminium cables up to 5 x 2.5 mm² / Ø 15 mm
Slim dimensions for easy access
Bolted joint: precise, zero backlash operation of pliers
6 functions in one pair of pliers
To grip flat and round material, for bending, deburring, cutting cable, stripping and crimping wire ferrules
Smooth surfaces near the tips grip single cores without damaging them; serrated gripping surfaces and pipe grip for gripping flat and round material
Clear-cut outside edge on the gripping surfaces for working on flush-mounted junction boxes and deburring feed-through holes
Stripping holes for conductors of 0.75 - 1.5 mm² and 2.5 mm²
Crimping die for wire ferrules 0.5 - 2.5 mm²
Cable shears with (induction-hardened) precision cutting edges for copper and aluminium cables up to 5 x 2.5 mm² / Ø 15 mm
Slim dimensions for easy access
Bolted joint: precise, zero backlash operation of pliers

HIGH LEVERAGE DIAGONAL CUTTER
For very tough, continuous use
High cutting performance with minimum effort due to optimum coordination of the cutting edge angle and transmission ratio
Precision cutting edges additionally induction-hardened (cutting edge hardness approx. 64 HRC), for all sorts of wire including piano wire
For very tough, continuous use
High cutting performance with minimum effort due to optimum coordination of the cutting edge angle and transmission ratio
Precision cutting edges additionally induction-hardened (cutting edge hardness approx. 64 HRC), for all sorts of wire including piano wire

PLIERS WRENCH
PLIERS AND A WRENCH IN A SINGLE TOOL
Replaces the need for sets of metric and imperial spanners
Smooth jaws for damage free installation of plated fittings - working directly on chrome!
Fast adjustment by pushing a button directly on the workpiece
Great for gripping, holding, pressing and bending workpieces
High lever transmission for strong gripping power
Zero backlash jaw pressure prevents damage to edges of sensitive components
Parallel jaws give a more solid grip; its design allows flexible adjustment of all widths up to the specified maximum size
Reliable catching of the hinge bolt: no unintentional shifting
The ratchet type principle allows quick and easy tightening and release of all bolted connections
Increased gripping capacity thanks to two additional setting positions: variable gripping of all widths across flats up to 40 mm
10% less weight with the same stability
Practical adjustment scale: a laser-cut scale allows the wrench opening to be set before gripping
PLIERS AND A WRENCH IN A SINGLE TOOL
Replaces the need for sets of metric and imperial spanners
Smooth jaws for damage free installation of plated fittings - working directly on chrome!
Fast adjustment by pushing a button directly on the workpiece
Great for gripping, holding, pressing and bending workpieces
High lever transmission for strong gripping power
Zero backlash jaw pressure prevents damage to edges of sensitive components
Parallel jaws give a more solid grip; its design allows flexible adjustment of all widths up to the specified maximum size
Reliable catching of the hinge bolt: no unintentional shifting
The ratchet type principle allows quick and easy tightening and release of all bolted connections
Increased gripping capacity thanks to two additional setting positions: variable gripping of all widths across flats up to 40 mm
10% less weight with the same stability
Practical adjustment scale: a laser-cut scale allows the wrench opening to be set before gripping

PLIERS WRENCH
PLIERS AND A WRENCH IN A SINGLE TOOL
Replaces the need for sets of metric and imperial spanners
Smooth jaws for damage free installation of plated fittings - working directly on chrome!
Fast adjustment by pushing a button directly on the workpiece
Great for gripping, holding, pressing and bending workpieces
High lever transmission for strong gripping power
Zero backlash jaw pressure prevents damage to edges of sensitive components
Parallel jaws give a more solid grip; its design allows flexible adjustment of all widths up to the specified maximum size
Reliable catching of the hinge bolt: no unintentional shifting
The ratchet type principle allows quick and easy tightening and release of all bolted connections
With scaling for presetting the width apart from the workpiece
PLIERS AND A WRENCH IN A SINGLE TOOL
Replaces the need for sets of metric and imperial spanners
Smooth jaws for damage free installation of plated fittings - working directly on chrome!
Fast adjustment by pushing a button directly on the workpiece
Great for gripping, holding, pressing and bending workpieces
High lever transmission for strong gripping power
Zero backlash jaw pressure prevents damage to edges of sensitive components
Parallel jaws give a more solid grip; its design allows flexible adjustment of all widths up to the specified maximum size
Reliable catching of the hinge bolt: no unintentional shifting
The ratchet type principle allows quick and easy tightening and release of all bolted connections
With scaling for presetting the width apart from the workpiece

KNIPEX COBRA®
HIGH-TECH WATER PUMP PLIERS
Push the button for adjustment on the workpiece
Fine adjustment for optimum adaptation to different sizes of workpieces and a comfortable handle width
Self-locking on pipes and nuts: no slipping on the workpiece and low handforce required
Gripping surfaces with special hardened teeth, teeth hardness approx. 61 HRC: high wear resistance and stable gripping
Box-joint design for high stability due to double guide
Reliable catching of the hinge bolt: no unintentional shifting
Pinch guard prevents operators' fingers being pinched
HIGH-TECH WATER PUMP PLIERS
Push the button for adjustment on the workpiece
Fine adjustment for optimum adaptation to different sizes of workpieces and a comfortable handle width
Self-locking on pipes and nuts: no slipping on the workpiece and low handforce required
Gripping surfaces with special hardened teeth, teeth hardness approx. 61 HRC: high wear resistance and stable gripping
Box-joint design for high stability due to double guide
Reliable catching of the hinge bolt: no unintentional shifting
Pinch guard prevents operators' fingers being pinched

ELECTRICIANS' SHEARS
Precision finish with micro-toothing for a clean, non-slip cut
Cutting edge with integrated cable cutter
With plastic belt pouch
Handles with multi-component grips, glass fibre reinforced
Universal shears for electricians
Cutting edges made from stainless steel, hardness of cutting edges 56 HRC
Not suitable for cutting solid conductors
With plastic belt pouch
Precision finish with micro-toothing for a clean, non-slip cut
Cutting edge with integrated cable cutter
With plastic belt pouch
Handles with multi-component grips, glass fibre reinforced
Universal shears for electricians
Cutting edges made from stainless steel, hardness of cutting edges 56 HRC
Not suitable for cutting solid conductors
With plastic belt pouch

7 1/4" AUTOMATIC WIRE STRIPPER 10-24 AWG
For single, multi and fine stranded cables of 24 AWG (0.2 mm2) up to 10 AWG (6 mm2) with standard PVC insulation
Adapts automatically to the respective cable diameter preventing damage to the conductor
Comfortable and lightweight for easy operation
Narrow head style for use in confined areas
Wire cutter for copper and aluminum wires up to 14 AWG
Adjustable length stop from 1/4" – 11/16" (6.0 – 18.0 mm) for stripping the same lengths during repetitive work
Body is constructed of lightweight fiberglass-reinforced plastic
Blades are made of special tool steel; oil-hardened, interchangeable
For single, multi and fine stranded cables of 24 AWG (0.2 mm2) up to 10 AWG (6 mm2) with standard PVC insulation
Adapts automatically to the respective cable diameter preventing damage to the conductor
Comfortable and lightweight for easy operation
Narrow head style for use in confined areas
Wire cutter for copper and aluminum wires up to 14 AWG
Adjustable length stop from 1/4" – 11/16" (6.0 – 18.0 mm) for stripping the same lengths during repetitive work
Body is constructed of lightweight fiberglass-reinforced plastic
Blades are made of special tool steel; oil-hardened, interchangeable

10" RATCHETING CABLE CUTTERS
For cutting copper and aluminum cables, single and multiple-stranded wire
Not suitable for steel wire and wire ropes
Large cutting capacity is able to cut up to 1 1/4"
Precision ground, hardened blades
Clean and smooth cut without crushing or deformation
One-hand operation using ratchet principle
Minimal hand force required due to very high transmission ratio
Two-stage ratchet drive for easy cutting
Simple handling as a result of lightweight and compact design - can be used in confined areas
High-grade special tool steel; forged, oil-hardened
Fixed handle with support area as an aid to position the pliers when cutting
Pinch guard prevents operators' fingers being pinched
For cutting copper and aluminum cables, single and multiple-stranded wire
Not suitable for steel wire and wire ropes
Large cutting capacity is able to cut up to 1 1/4"
Precision ground, hardened blades
Clean and smooth cut without crushing or deformation
One-hand operation using ratchet principle
Minimal hand force required due to very high transmission ratio
Two-stage ratchet drive for easy cutting
Simple handling as a result of lightweight and compact design - can be used in confined areas
High-grade special tool steel; forged, oil-hardened
Fixed handle with support area as an aid to position the pliers when cutting
Pinch guard prevents operators' fingers being pinched

10" PLIERS WRENCH
Replaces a full set of inch and metric open end wrenches up to 2" (52 mm).
Smooth jaws for damage free installation of plated fittings - working directly on chrome.
Adjustable tightening tool.
Excellent for gripping, holding, pressing and bending applications.
Zero backlash jaw surface pressure prevents damage to edges of sensitive components.
19 adjustment positions at the touch of a button directly on the workpiece.
Laser-etched scale allows the wrench opening to be set before gripping onto workpiece - metric and inch markings.
Parallel jaws allow infinitely variable gripping of all widths to the specified maximum size.
Reliable catching of the hinge bolt: no unintentional shifting.
Chrome vanadium electric steel; forged, oil-hardened.
Lever transmission greater than 10-1 for strong gripping power.
The action of the jaws allows bolted connections to be tightened and released quickly using the ratchet principle.
Replaces a full set of inch and metric open end wrenches up to 2" (52 mm).
Smooth jaws for damage free installation of plated fittings - working directly on chrome.
Adjustable tightening tool.
Excellent for gripping, holding, pressing and bending applications.
Zero backlash jaw surface pressure prevents damage to edges of sensitive components.
19 adjustment positions at the touch of a button directly on the workpiece.
Laser-etched scale allows the wrench opening to be set before gripping onto workpiece - metric and inch markings.
Parallel jaws allow infinitely variable gripping of all widths to the specified maximum size.
Reliable catching of the hinge bolt: no unintentional shifting.
Chrome vanadium electric steel; forged, oil-hardened.
Lever transmission greater than 10-1 for strong gripping power.
The action of the jaws allows bolted connections to be tightened and released quickly using the ratchet principle.

SET OF CIRCLIP PLIERS 4 PARTS
Tool roll made of hard-wearing polyester fabric.
With practical, adjustable quick release fastener.
Dimensions, open (L x H): 315 x 275 mm.
Four common Precision Circlip Pliers for highest requirements.
Tool roll made of hard-wearing polyester fabric.
With practical, adjustable quick release fastener.
Dimensions, open (L x H): 315 x 275 mm.
Four common Precision Circlip Pliers for highest requirements.

8 1/2" CRIMPING PLIERS FOR INSULATED TERMINALS, PLUG CONNECTORS AND BUTT CONNECTORS
Repetitive, high crimping quality due to precision dies and integral lock (self-releasing mechanism).
Crimping pressure has been set precisely (calibrated) in the factory.
Capacity - 0.5 to 6 mm² and 20 to 10 AWG.
Optimum transmission of force due to toggle lever for fatigue-reduced operation.
Chrome vanadium electric steel in special quality, oil-hardened.
Pliers burnished.
Handles with multi-component covers.
Repetitive, high crimping quality due to precision dies and integral lock (self-releasing mechanism).
Crimping pressure has been set precisely (calibrated) in the factory.
Capacity - 0.5 to 6 mm² and 20 to 10 AWG.
Optimum transmission of force due to toggle lever for fatigue-reduced operation.
Chrome vanadium electric steel in special quality, oil-hardened.
Pliers burnished.
Handles with multi-component covers.

STRIPPING TOOL
FOR SPIRAL CUTTING
For stripping round cable sheaths made of PVC, rubber, silicone or PTFE
Self-tightening holding lever
With knurled nut for cutting depth adjustment
Changing from circular to longitudinal cutting by turning the tool body
Spiral cutting for removing intermediate pieces
Replaceable blade
FOR SPIRAL CUTTING
For stripping round cable sheaths made of PVC, rubber, silicone or PTFE
Self-tightening holding lever
With knurled nut for cutting depth adjustment
Changing from circular to longitudinal cutting by turning the tool body
Spiral cutting for removing intermediate pieces
Replaceable blade

3 1/2" TWINKEY® UNIVERSAL CONTROL CABINET KEY
10 Profiles, 2 crosses, 1 key for all common locking systems.
Multifunctional key for the actuation of locking systems from the areas of facilities engineering (heating and sanitation, air conditioning, electro technology), gas and water supply and shut-off systems.
8-arm version: 2, 4-way wheel wrenches connected in a space-saving way using magnets.
Reversible bit: slot 3/64 x 9/32" (1.0 x 7 mm) and PH2 cross slot.
Key and reversible bit joined by stable stainless steel wire.
Quality surface coating.
Lightweight-optimized zinc die-cast design.
10 Profiles, 2 crosses, 1 key for all common locking systems.
Multifunctional key for the actuation of locking systems from the areas of facilities engineering (heating and sanitation, air conditioning, electro technology), gas and water supply and shut-off systems.
8-arm version: 2, 4-way wheel wrenches connected in a space-saving way using magnets.
Reversible bit: slot 3/64 x 9/32" (1.0 x 7 mm) and PH2 cross slot.
Key and reversible bit joined by stable stainless steel wire.
Quality surface coating.
Lightweight-optimized zinc die-cast design.

12 3/4" INTERNAL PRECISION SNAP RING PLIERS
Precision internal circlip pliers for installing or removing circlips in bore holes.
For fitting snap rings into bores, ranging from 3 11/32" - 5 1/2".
Inserted straight tips for reliable work.
Circlips are held securely, large contact faces and the position of the tips make it difficult for the circlip to fly off
Bolted joint: precise, zero-backlash operation of pliers.
Heavy-duty continuous operation: up to 10 times longer service life than turned tips.
Inserted tips: spring steel wire, drawn.
Pliers body: chrome vanadium electric steel; forged, oil-hardened.
Precision internal circlip pliers for installing or removing circlips in bore holes.
For fitting snap rings into bores, ranging from 3 11/32" - 5 1/2".
Inserted straight tips for reliable work.
Circlips are held securely, large contact faces and the position of the tips make it difficult for the circlip to fly off
Bolted joint: precise, zero-backlash operation of pliers.
Heavy-duty continuous operation: up to 10 times longer service life than turned tips.
Inserted tips: spring steel wire, drawn.
Pliers body: chrome vanadium electric steel; forged, oil-hardened.

13" EXTERNAL PRECISION SNAP RING PLIERS
Precision external circlip pliers for installing or removing circlips on shafts.
For fitting snap rings on shafts, ranging from 3 11/32" - 5 1/2".
Inserted straight tips for reliable work.
Circlips are held securely, large contact faces and the position of the tips make it difficult for the circlip to fly off
Bolted joint: precise, zero-backlash operation of pliers.
Heavy-duty continuous operation: up to 10 times longer service life than turned tips.
Internal opening spring, protected and captive.
Inserted tips: spring steel wire, drawn.
Pliers body: chrome vanadium electric steel; forged, oil-hardened.
Precision external circlip pliers for installing or removing circlips on shafts.
For fitting snap rings on shafts, ranging from 3 11/32" - 5 1/2".
Inserted straight tips for reliable work.
Circlips are held securely, large contact faces and the position of the tips make it difficult for the circlip to fly off
Bolted joint: precise, zero-backlash operation of pliers.
Heavy-duty continuous operation: up to 10 times longer service life than turned tips.
Internal opening spring, protected and captive.
Inserted tips: spring steel wire, drawn.
Pliers body: chrome vanadium electric steel; forged, oil-hardened.

7 3/4" ELECTRICIAN'S FOLDING KNIFE
Universal folding knife with a top quality stainless-steel German blade.
Notch in blade for scoring cable jacket or sharpening pencils
Diamond notch in blade for easy opening and closing.
Connection ring at end of handle for attaching KNIPEX tethered tools system.
Blade folds into handle and easily fits into pocket
Stainless steel blade.
Shock resistant durable plastic handle.
Universal folding knife with a top quality stainless-steel German blade.
Notch in blade for scoring cable jacket or sharpening pencils
Diamond notch in blade for easy opening and closing.
Connection ring at end of handle for attaching KNIPEX tethered tools system.
Blade folds into handle and easily fits into pocket
Stainless steel blade.
Shock resistant durable plastic handle.

KNIPEX COBRA®
HIGH-TECH WATER PUMP PLIERS
Push the button for adjustment on the workpiece
Fine adjustment for optimum adaptation to different sizes of workpieces and a comfortable handle width
Self-locking on pipes and nuts: no slipping on the workpiece and low handforce required
Gripping surfaces with special hardened teeth, teeth hardness approx. 61 HRC: high wear resistance and stable gripping
Box-joint design for high stability due to double guide
Reliable catching of the hinge bolt: no unintentional shifting
Pinch guard prevents operators' fingers being pinched
HIGH-TECH WATER PUMP PLIERS
Push the button for adjustment on the workpiece
Fine adjustment for optimum adaptation to different sizes of workpieces and a comfortable handle width
Self-locking on pipes and nuts: no slipping on the workpiece and low handforce required
Gripping surfaces with special hardened teeth, teeth hardness approx. 61 HRC: high wear resistance and stable gripping
Box-joint design for high stability due to double guide
Reliable catching of the hinge bolt: no unintentional shifting
Pinch guard prevents operators' fingers being pinched

NUT DRIVER
WITH SCREWDRIVER HANDLE
Ergonomically optimised dual component handle for fatigue reduced work and optimum transmission of force
Handle design prevents rolling
WITH SCREWDRIVER HANDLE
Ergonomically optimised dual component handle for fatigue reduced work and optimum transmission of force
Handle design prevents rolling

CRIMPING PLIERS FOR WESTERN PLUGS
For data cables in telecommunication and networks
For compression of 6- and 8-pole Western plugs type RJ 11/12 and type RJ 45
Long design with length cutter and stripping knife for unshielded ribbon telephone cables
Quick cutting and stripping of CAT-cables with high-quality blades
Precise crimping process thanks to parallel crimping
Repetitive, high crimping quality due to ratchet mechanism (unlockable)
Force magnified by lever action to ensure fatigue-free working
For data cables in telecommunication and networks
For compression of 6- and 8-pole Western plugs type RJ 11/12 and type RJ 45
Long design with length cutter and stripping knife for unshielded ribbon telephone cables
Quick cutting and stripping of CAT-cables with high-quality blades
Precise crimping process thanks to parallel crimping
Repetitive, high crimping quality due to ratchet mechanism (unlockable)
Force magnified by lever action to ensure fatigue-free working

8 PC PRECISION SNAP RING PLIERS SET IN CASE WITH FOAM
The KNIPEX Precision Snap Ring Pliers Set is a specialized tools designed for precise and delicate work with snap rings or circlips. The set has both internal and external snap ring pliers, providing versatility for different tasks. These pliers feature slender, finely pointed tips that allow for precise engagement with snap rings in tight spaces. This set includes a tool case with foam insert with two (2) of each Internal Snap Ring Pliers and External Snap Ring Pliers and two (2) of each Internal Angled Snap Ring Pliers and External Angled Snap Ring Pliers.
Circlips are held securely, large contact faces and the position of the tips make it difficult for the circlip to fly off
Inserted straight and 90˚ angled tips for reliable work.
Bolted joint: precise, zero-backlash operation of pliers.
Heavy-duty continuous operation: up to 10 times longer service life than turned tips.
Inserted tips: spring steel wire, drawn.
Precision internal circlip pliers for installing or removing circlips in bore holes.
For fitting snap rings into bores, ranging from 15/32" - 2 23/64".
For fitting snap rings on shafts, ranging from 25/64" - 2 23/64".
Precision external circlip pliers for installing or removing circlips on shafts.
Case includes foam insert to keep tools in place when not in use.
Tool case is made of high-quality, impact-resistant plastic.
The KNIPEX Precision Snap Ring Pliers Set is a specialized tools designed for precise and delicate work with snap rings or circlips. The set has both internal and external snap ring pliers, providing versatility for different tasks. These pliers feature slender, finely pointed tips that allow for precise engagement with snap rings in tight spaces. This set includes a tool case with foam insert with two (2) of each Internal Snap Ring Pliers and External Snap Ring Pliers and two (2) of each Internal Angled Snap Ring Pliers and External Angled Snap Ring Pliers.
Circlips are held securely, large contact faces and the position of the tips make it difficult for the circlip to fly off
Inserted straight and 90˚ angled tips for reliable work.
Bolted joint: precise, zero-backlash operation of pliers.
Heavy-duty continuous operation: up to 10 times longer service life than turned tips.
Inserted tips: spring steel wire, drawn.
Precision internal circlip pliers for installing or removing circlips in bore holes.
For fitting snap rings into bores, ranging from 15/32" - 2 23/64".
For fitting snap rings on shafts, ranging from 25/64" - 2 23/64".
Precision external circlip pliers for installing or removing circlips on shafts.
Case includes foam insert to keep tools in place when not in use.
Tool case is made of high-quality, impact-resistant plastic.

NUT DRIVER
WITH SCREWDRIVER HANDLE
Ergonomically optimised dual component handle for fatigue reduced work and optimum transmission of force
Handle design prevents rolling
WITH SCREWDRIVER HANDLE
Ergonomically optimised dual component handle for fatigue reduced work and optimum transmission of force
Handle design prevents rolling

NUT DRIVER
WITH SCREWDRIVER HANDLE
Ergonomically optimised dual component handle for fatigue reduced work and optimum transmission of force
Handle design prevents rolling
WITH SCREWDRIVER HANDLE
Ergonomically optimised dual component handle for fatigue reduced work and optimum transmission of force
Handle design prevents rolling

NUT DRIVER
WITH SCREWDRIVER HANDLE
Ergonomically optimised dual component handle for fatigue reduced work and optimum transmission of force
Handle design prevents rolling
WITH SCREWDRIVER HANDLE
Ergonomically optimised dual component handle for fatigue reduced work and optimum transmission of force
Handle design prevents rolling
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