Japan vs German Pliers (LINEMAN)? Knipex vs Vampliers, Fujita, Milwaukee, DeWalt, Channellock

[@yweleung]

Nowadays whenever I see a manufacturer's claim on the packaging, I can hear Todd's voice in my head saying "we're gonna test that".

[@macehead]

I do this in my head when anyone claims anything about anything

[@flubba86]

Manufacturer claims "50 times greater power than the competition", we're gonna test that.

[@5PercentTint]

A drinking game to guarantee wobble

[@aaronthomas6155]

Now a days, when I read a manufacturer's claims, I come here looking for a video testing those claims....

[@lt3880]

(when a tool exceeds its claims) "very impressive!"

[@beetlefang]

"We're gonna test that!" That phrase makes me smile.

[@ProjectFarm]

Happy to hear that!

[@AlyxGlide]

"We're gonna test that, too!" 🤩

[@blacknova555]

On some products it straight up sounds like a threat. lol

[@user-rk6yh1yv7h]

Hahaha. I love it. I'm going to start using it at work.

[@Ant-ls2pr]

This person has a perfect positive way of speaking, emotion to a minimum as well.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks so much!

[@ahmd-mi9964]

I've been following this channel for years and it's amazing one of my favourite go to channels, and so happy to see even after 2 million subscribers, The people behind the channel are still humble and same dedication, honesty, curiosity that they've been for years, Nothing but respect and best wishes guys keep it up 👍

[@ProjectFarm]

I appreciate that!

[@arcadebit1551]

Pretty impressed with basicly no wear on the Fujiya cutters after cutting the screw. That is a sign of a tool you invest once in and never need to buy a new one.

[@vegajf51]

Yep, confirmed by it breaking earlier and not bending on the last test. Very hard steel.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for the feedback.

[@daleolson3506]

I would probably lose the good ones.

[@lolatmyage]

Yeah it seems they went all out on the hardness, makes sense because who in their right mind reefs on a pair of pliers until they break 😂

[@lukestoyz]

It would be definitely sought after at the job site as a “Can I borrow that for a second” Never to be seen again.

[@chuckmastacheese]

I've always been a hire-a-handyman guy. Being hit hard financially from the pandemic, I've been doing way more around the house/garage. These videos really help me figure out the best tools for the price and how to use them properly. I'm learning that buying cheap crap is exactly what you get and not worth it. I want the tools I buy now to last a while. Thank you Project Farm, subbed.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for watching and subscribing! You are welcome!

[@IBEWSparky]

I would recommend looking at the top few tools for each type if you are going to use them a lot. Comfort and feel is a personal thing.

[@joelspaulding5964]

Always the best channel for stuff people actually use. You do a great job of making tests as objective as possible, within real-world limits and always address "hidden" features that may be a make or break.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@josephmiller997]

A suggestion: Many of your tests track two things at once. For example, cutting force/damage to cutter. You could use a double bar graph so we can check both things at a glance when comparing. Excellent work!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for the suggestion. Thanks!

[@grimm00002]

Dang dude, you even went as far as exploring their point of failure! You have to be the kindest, mad scientist there is! And the world needs you! Bravo!!!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@onyxcitadel9759]

i'm rly impressed he broke all his pliers.. lol.. it's fantastic.

[@ThirstysURL]

My failure point is always when they fail to cut wire before my hands cut them.

[@melaniecotterell8263]

His parents should be congratulated.

[@JoeOvercoat]

Needs to let his hair grow out and go full Dr. Emmett "Doc" Brown.

[@jnbpisces]

I would love to see you test different Multi-tool pliers. This would be a bit difficult due to the wide variety of built in tools but a multi-tool show down would be amazing!!!

[@ProjectFarm]

Great suggestion! I'll see what I can do

[@BinneReitsma]

Great idea! The best pliers i've ever owned (and still do) is a multi tool made by Leatherman, same as the Dutch army uses

[@justonnie]

@@BinneReitsma The Dutch have an Army?

[@F0XD1E]

Would be an expensive test! A Leatherman Wave is $100 these days

[@MrLongshot762]

I've carried almost every brand of multi tool, victorinox has been the best.

[@ryanmorse2873]

I fascinated with all these videos, I'm a HVACR tradesman and have an interest in quality tools. These quick straight to the point tests are very well done! I'm sure much work is involved in editing these videos not to even mention the tests. Thank you for your hard work sir! Much appreciated!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks and you are welcome!

[@TheQxx]

Before finding this video, I had purchased the Vampliers. I had snapped an exhaust stud on my motorcycle and I needed something that would grip strong to back it out. They did the job with no effort. Since then they've become my go-to pliers and they never fail - incredible.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for sharing.

[@AndyTran-ko4ux]

They are great for screw removal

[@dutchynehtam]

Finally the pliers comparison video we deserve! We use them so much got cutting copper wire at our salvage yard so hope I see the ones we use! 🤟

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you! Fortunately, I did include cutting copper wire

[@dutchynehtam]

@@ProjectFarm great video man! We use the Doyle pliers a lot and have found they are the easiest to exchange if something does happen but rarely do we need that warranty. I am a fan of the Vampliers though too 👌

[@joshlampe3458]

One thing about the Vampliers, you can use them to take out flush mounted stripped screws, which I think is unique to them. It's saved me several times and they're also very tight and well made. Great video again PF!

[@microwave221]

I got a full set of them just for using as screw extractors, everything they do as pliers is just gravy for me. I can't bring myself to really abuse then tho

[@greentjmtl]

If you like those search for "engineer" brand pliers, the vampliers are just rebrand with large markups.

[@joshlampe3458]

@@greentjmtl Wow, didn't know that. Wish I would've bought those and saved me the marketing wank money. Thanks!

[@dusanmilojevic3017]

Knipex have even better pliers for remove screws.Knipex TwinGrip.

[@TimeLapseRich]

They have saved me a bunch of times when trying to extract a stripped stainless steel bolt in a greasy hole in the depts of an industrial machine.

[@alisuperhornet]

I gotta say, I've been binging your videos for past 2-3 days! Very methodical and unbiased testing, and quite entertaining!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks so much!

[@Curious0189]

I just purchased a DeWalt battery powered lawn mower. Not as impressed as I thought I would be. I honestly would have waited until ProjectFarm came out with a comprehensive review of the available battery powered lawn mowers in the market. A las I couldn’t wait any longer since my wife and I just purchased our first home and don’t want to be regarded as the neighbors that don’t keep up their lawns. That is why I am pleading that ProjectFarm help us homeowners by posting such a review as soon as possible. Thank you for all your hard work and honesty. You are a KZbin tool reviewer I trust and regard highly. Keep it going!!!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks, will do! Thanks for the suggestion.

[@Curious0189]

@@ProjectFarm Just placed an order for some of your merchandise. Going to happily stick that Project Farm bumper sticker to my service truck!

[@Curious0189]

Follow-up, I ended up purchasing the EGO 21” Inch Select Cut XP Cordless Lawn Mower. The difference is quality of build and self-propel feature against the DeWalt are incomparable. EGO really does dominate the lawn care market in terms of battery powered tools. I already have the snowblower and that machine works well too. Should have shelled out the extra cash from the get go. Lesson learned.

[@JacTheRipper87]

I was one who recommended this and I’ve been patiently waiting for it. Honestly I’m not surprised Channellock did well. Most my common used had tools are Knipex, Channellock and Klein. As for lineman’s specifically I use Knipex and for the price I’m disappointed IMO they lost to Channellock but I’m glad a USA based tool company is still making quality tools. Great review keep them coming !

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you!

[@MrJaxonyang]

Likewise. I use klein and knipex bc they're usually the top dawgs in pliers. They also feel amazing in hand. Howeverz PF just proved on the last couple that channellocks outperform.

[@LotsOfPaypa]

The irwin brand also are very inexpensive and did a very good job and both this video and the last diagonal cutting pliers video…

[@McNamEvan]

U only buy Knipex channellock or Klein hinged tools. They are all high quality but Tough to beat the channells for the price.

[@littlejackalo5326]

All the US and German pliers did well, and these tests don't expose the minute differences that you'll experience while holding them for hours a day. Linesman's pliers are colloquially called Kleins for a reason.

[@Macho_Man_Randy_Savage]

Doyle: "Riveted joint for smooth action with no wobble" Todd: "The Doyle brand has a small amount of handle wobble..."

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for sharing.

[@drewwood6790]

RiP Joey

[@josephpotter5766]

Yeah, that's gonna be a big oof from me there chief!

[@jamesjordan5179]

the subtlest of roasts

[@dickhitswater4836]

I switched a lot of my tools to knipex and have really been impressed with them. The warranty is amazing, some of my guys have sent some very miss used and abused tools back and they always replace them without question. They’re not cheap but you only ever have to buy them once as long as you don’t lose them.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for the feedback.

[@dickhitswater4836]

@@htr5372 where have you had issues returning Knipex items? At the dealer I use I’ve seriously turned in some tools that obviously should not have been used the way they were and haven’t ever had any resistance on replacement. Not even by me but guys on my crew, they replace them without question every single time. Maybe it’s different with different dealers or areas?

[@dickhitswater4836]

@@htr5372 ah, okay. I always go through a second party but I figured they’re just sending them back to the manufacturer anyways if they’re letting me return them so easily. They never want to take back my Kleins for some reason, I have to go through a different place for that. Maybe I’ll just start sending them directly to Klein.

[@Jasonitodd]

My toolbox at work looks like a collection of stuff that PF would have put together. Screw brand loyalty, they want my money, they have to impress this guy. This channel has saved me so much money, thanks as always project farm!

[@ProjectFarm]

You are welcome!

[@electronicsNmore]

Fantastic testing! I never heard of a few of those lineman's pliers brands. You made deciding which one to buy an easy task. Thank you

[@ohbiIly]

Wow

[@ehsnils]

My personal preference is the Knipex brand, but I can take anyone that suits my purpose at the moment.

[@electronicsNmore]

@@ehsnils Channel lock not bad for the money.

[@xzibito187]

@@ProjectFarm have you done a spark plug comparison?? for mpg and durability ?

[@kukkuud2105]

Anything knipex is worth the money in longevity and toughness

[@MAGAMAN]

"Riveted joint for no wobble"" Immediately followed by "Has a small amount of handle wobble" LOL

[@ProjectFarm]

lol. I like the Doyle brand a lot but every pair of Doyle pliers I've purchased does have handle wobble.

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[@ehsnils]

A tiny amount of wobble isn't an issue if the shears are designed to be offering a straight cut when the wobble is absorbed under load. If the joint is sticky then it's making the tool a lot harder to work with.

[@Back_door_bandit_98]

@@ProjectFarm I got a good laugh at the Fujita pliers a tool that you can get the job done with and eat on your lunch break😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@hosskatt-8317]

I just found this guy and I love that he’s all business and fast paced. Subbed.

[@ProjectFarm]

Welcome! Thanks for watching and subscribing!

[@simons.3354]

Here in Germany Hazet tools are very common and they claim to be the gold standard for wrenches, pliers, bits and seemingly everything else. I would be very happy if you could include this brand in your tests to see whether this claim is true. Greetings from Germany! Great channel, I enjoy your videos as well as the efforts you put into them, very much.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks so much! Thanks for the suggestion.

[@bigredc222]

I never heard of Hazet tools so I looked them up, holy cow they are expensive. Does Hazet have tool trucks that visit garages to make it easy for the mechanics to buy their tools, that's what Snap-On does?

[@g63836611]

​@@bigredc222 snappy carries Hazet tools

[@bigredc222]

@@g63836611 I can't even figure out what snappy sells. I went to the site and I couldn't get past the first page without giving them personal info. What is it?

[@samoliver9132]

@@bigredc222 snap-on not snappy

[@2010BeaconHill]

I absolutely love this channel. I’d like to see your catch-phrase used at a wedding! Her: “I promise to always love, cherish and honor you”. Him: *looks at the camera “We’re gonna test that!” :)

[@davidmiera8858]

🤣

[@spdglez6663]

Snapped at 3 days without food.

[@TheKhakiNinja]

PF: "We're gonna test gripping strength and cutting power!" Electricians: "But what about pipe reeming and hammering?"

[@connerstarkey6181]

Yeah when I did bridge construction I used em yo beat shit more than cutters or pliers

[@KJohansson]

Yes, "every tool is a hammer"!

[@snafuequals]

@@KJohansson hammer and hammer with batteries

[@diltzm]

@@snafuequals I love my 18 volt Makita hammer 😆

[@Bobba8590]

@@snafuequals haha😅

[@CPCP-ub3ue]

As a lineman this showed me I’ve owned middle of the road Klein’s for years. Maybe I’m just hard headed and stuck in my ways but no other brand feels a good in my hand. That being said I’ll stick to my brand but may use another brand to try out at home. Also you should have included a test to see which brand lineman pliers is the best hammer. Thanks for the awesome content!

[@ProjectFarm]

You are welcome! Thanks for the suggestion.

[@rossilake218]

Funny! A lot of guys use them to hammer connections. Just yesterday i was using vicegrips to hammer a cheap screwdriver to lock conduit nuts..Lol. I probably have 200 assorted Hammers.

[@slickerthanslick1234]

I enjoy your tool comparison videos for a while now. However, in most cases it comes down to personal comfort when I select a tool. As in case of adjustable wrenches, hammes, or side-cut pliers. It's nice to know the weak points of these tools. But as most tradesmen, I do not stress my tools to limit of failure. For me, it comes down to comfort, reliability and finish. As a master plumber, Channellock is my preferred brand of pliers and adjustable wrenches (black Spain), Husky - diamond tip screwdrivers and socket stuff, Ridgid pipe tools and sewer equipment, Milwaukee cordled and 12v. Makita (spline) never disappointed in the chipping hammer category and Bosch SDS has been amazing for me. I do benefit from your wearable item content such as drill bits and cut blades. I highly regard your practical testing setups & objective reviews. Keep up the good work! 👌

[@justinmohns8279]

I'm glad to see the Vampliers did so well. I've been planning to buy one, and this had sealed the deal.

[@ardie4]

Vampliers are totally worth it. They grip like nothing else I’ve ever used, and they hold up for many years.

[@treelife365]

Should I buy them just for the name? I already have more pliers than I need for my lifetime...

[@3rdpig]

"From happy to snappy". I'm going to have to remember that one. Honestly, for $27 the Channelock is hard to beat.

[@mikethetoolman8776]

and USA made always!

[@chrisfreemesser5707]

Seriously...reasonable price, good performance, and made in the US. Hard to wrong with their stuff

[@lukem7203]

My thoughts exactly. Channellock tools are a great value and made in USA too

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for the feedback.

[@nmatthew7469]

Check out the Channellock 546 slip joint, for some reason Channellock makes them hard to find but mechanics will tell you it's their most often go to tool.

[@influx__]

I'd really love to see a tap and die comparison video. Thanks so much for these, keep up the great work!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks, will do! Thanks for the video idea.

[@jakeleibold2187]

I was a franchised tool salesman for about 18 years. From what I’ve seen, it appears that many of the taps and dies are made by either Irwin or Vermont American, regardless of the name stamped into them. Either brand seem to hold up quite well.

[@influx__]

@@jakeleibold2187 Thanks for your insight Jake! Appreciate it. :)

[@orenwunderman4845]

You did an outstanding job of showing us the strengths and weaknesses of a broad array of pliers/cutters. Thank you.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks and you are welcome!

[@Omgzegermans]

There’s nothing I hate more than the cutting blades on my pliers getting all boogered up! I’ll be referencing this video next time I buy a new pair. Thanks Todd!

[@seitenryu6844]

I don't think the testing methodology is necessarily an endorsement. It's meant to be a relative strength comparison. None of these are good cutters, and they weren't meant to be. They're multi use pliers for cutting of soft or medium hardness materials only.

[@brandonj6874]

I’d love to see his entire shop. The amount of tools and machines would probably induce major envy.

[@semifavorableuncircle6952]

Also the amount of broken tools in the junk bin...

[@HansOvervoorde]

I'm afraid that all is cracked and broken. Because only then you know how good it was LOL.

[@videodistro]

He gives the tested and still working tools to charity in his area. He doesn't keep it all.

[@yodabert1]

As a person who has all Wiha pliers in all their forms I am staggered by this test they performed 4th or 5th from the bottom in all but the last test. As a Chartered mechanical engineer the tests, although not carried out to laboratory standards, were well conceived and executed but more importantly carried out uniformly on all models with irrefutable evidence on the performance or lack of it on Wiha. I hope you sent this to them although I am sure they would come back with a load of Bull about how the testing of their products is carried out to exacting standards etc etc. Great test and I wish I had seen this 10 years ago I would have saved a shed load of money.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks so much! Thanks for sharing.

[@mustie1]

great video, wonder how tools made in the usa then later made in china would hold up to each other, vise grips for one,

[@CMstorm2112]

MUSTIE!!

[@daleolson3506]

The welding clamp vice grip channel lock brand from China are way worse than the USA ones.

[@1991tommygun]

Eagle made in usa vs chinese Irwin

[@bangbangdodo]

Sounds like a good idea for an interesting video!

[@cheeznipsmagee2357]

Man, chinese vise grips are absolute trash. Theres really no comparison to the brand name ones.

[@CaptOrbit]

I've actually always had really good luck with Channel Lock tools. The fact that they seem to be pretty well built and engineered along with the fact they're made in the USA sealed the deal for me. Your videos have only served to further convince me that as I buy new tools that they are a first choice purchase and to go to tool. Thank you for all of the hard work you put into these.

[@ProjectFarm]

You are welcome!

[@rottiuree]

Your tests are the most thorough I've seen over the years. Many tools I purchase are based on your reviews and have not been disappointed yet. Would like to see battery operated sprayers for weeds and gardening.

[@MrFantasylover1]

I love how he gets right into it. Doesn't mess around with a lot of gibberish to waste your time.

[@Andy-kw5nw]

There’s nothing like being on vacation in the Dominican Republic while I’m watching this clip and drinking a pina colada by the beach…………Hah, life is good.

[@annisarich]

Andy wins the internet today

[@Andy-kw5nw]

😬👍

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you!

[@beri232]

And then ordering up your Knipex plier set once back in your hotel room.

[@miroslawkaras7710]

You should be a shame of your self ... :) I wish I was there ..enjoy

[@rauldelgadillo8447]

Would love to see best nitrile gloves or best shop soap (lava/orange)

[@TheSatchrox]

Stoko. Best hand soap. You're welcome.

[@teaganroehl]

Best soap is grip clean for sure But would love these

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for the video idea.

[@ronniekeates3349]

"xyz, for no wobble!" " There's a small amount of wobble" Peak comedy, right there.

[@kevingest5452]

since I don't plan on cutting through a socket extension I bought the Channellocks based on this review. they are working great

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for sharing.

[@johnathanmahoney5467]

I lost it when you said “went from happy to snappy”, that made my Sunday. Thanks for the great tests and content!

[@malarchuk]

The product testing is great, but the subtle humor is amazing!

[@marks6663]

what did you lose?

[@marko11kram]

That was my favorite comment too! I snorked

[@GoblinKnightLeo]

"Riveted joint for smooth action with no wobble" _"The Doyle brand has a small amount of handle wobble."_ YOU HAD ONE JOB!

[@nmatthew7469]

Whatever, they're cheap, or used to be.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for watching!

[@ryanoconnor7957]

Fantastic. Would love to have seen 20 amps blasted through the wire that was cut to see the damage caused by heating the cutters. Most common way to kill linesmen pliers.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@thisisyourcaptainspeaking2259]

This is HANDS-DOWN, the most useful channel on KZbin.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks so much!

[@dvidbstn]

Can you test multitools like Leatherman, Victorinox and Gerber for us?

[@BenfromFlux]

A multitool test would be awesome. I spent close to $1000 before figuring out which I prefer (leatherman surge). I have carried a multitool everyday for around 7 years.

[@ProjectFarm]

Great suggestion! I'll do it, and I'll test each of the brands you've requested and more. I publish the video within the next 3 months

[@fen4554]

If Leatherman doesn't come out on top of that test I'd eat my hat. Well.. Maybe a leatherman from before 2000...

[@BenfromFlux]

@@ProjectFarm Thank you so much for all you do. It is extraordinarily valuable, and we all very much appreciate your work!

[@BinneReitsma]

@@fen4554 haha same here, best multitool ever!

[@CRneu]

A suggestion for videos, time stamps for the results. I often go back to old videos and I find myself scrubbing along to find the graphs. If you put timestamps on the video it would be pretty convenient. Thanks a bunch! This is still one of the best channels on YT.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.

[@metalofthedeath]

These videos aren’t only educational but they also help my dogs to fall asleep!

[@ProjectFarm]

lol Thanks!

[@summerofsteroids]

It’s amazing, you’d think that companies would do these kinds of tests to their own products and see, “Wow our products really kinda suck” and improve. Excellent information. I’ve made several buying decisions with the help of your in depth videos. I hope you and your family are doing well. I would love a video on testing different types of car washes, or drying towels. Thank you!

[@tubybubi]

The companies do testing. All those pliers are capable to do what they are designed for and that's not cutting through massive hardened steel. So anything beyond cutting that nail is more or less for entertainment not for a real life use case comparison.

[@heyyy4783]

How many humans do you know who can squeeze pliers with 300 pounds of force? This video is purely for entertainment and would be laughed at by anyone who actually works for a living.

[@RedShiftedDollar]

I love your grip and twist test! It’s well thought out and reflects a common real world application of this kind of pliers. Awesome job as usual! Actually, every single test was spot on! You applied a realistic grip of 100 lbs which reflects a grip someone strong can actually apply. You selected the most common electrical wire these pliers would be used on. You showed how well the cutting edge held up after each test, and you pushed them to failure to find their weak points and to serve as an accelerated cutting edge wear test. Your test methods are quantitative and repeatable with a little qualitative commentary mixed in as needed. This is the gold reference comparison.

[@JDnBeastlet]

Thanks for the awesome video, Todd! I bought some Channel-locks recently to replace another set of Channel-locks that grew legs and wandered off to see the world. Glad to see they measure up fairly well.

[@ProjectFarm]

You are welcome!

[@MrOfw150]

@@ProjectFarm in

[@milky1234123]

this video was recommended to me at random and i stayed watching it because i had nothing better to do. Didnt expect much from this video but i learned alot from this one like way more then one would assume from clicking on random video. kudos got my sub will be watching more stuff from you

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks! Thanks for watching and subscribing!

[@richardmarsh9257]

My lineman pliers are my dad's Kline pliers from the early 1970s. He was an electrician and electrical technician and was a big believer in kline tools. Great video!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for sharing!

[@bobqzzi]

Another interesting, informative video. Seems like the Fujiya has the most durable jaws which, to me, would be most important. Love to see you do a test of the top brands where you make like 50-100 cuts through the romex or nail and see which blades hold up as this seems the most typical use case. You could base results on both visual inspection and increase in required force from first to last cut.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.

[@catbertz]

100% would like to see how they hold up to at least 50 cuts! This would be the most useful test possible for these tools. I don't envy him having to film that tho. 😂

[@dwcheshire]

I agree, one screw cut and most of those were trash, I hate having to use a different part of the cutter because it is damaged I always buy another at the first opportunity.

[@lost4468yt]

Personally I'd say force required to cut is the most important for me, so long as they' have reasonable durability. I'd rather put less load on my hands and replace it more often than have it last longer. The Fujiya seem great though, as the force is low as well as being durable.

[@crossan008]

@@lost4468yt I wonder if they make a long handled version

[@ElainesDomain]

Perfect timing. I'm a Channellock fan. Used to love Irwin back in the early 80's.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks! Thanks for sharing.

[@sassquatch72apeape10]

As a time served Man, if ANYONE took my pliers to cut a nail......Flowers would be sent to his widow.

[@josegodinez3454]

Dang! I just noticed I’m not subscribed to your channel. I’ve been listening and learning from your Chanel for some time now. Subscribed today and great videos bro!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks! Thanks for watching and subscribing!

[@chiefo7631]

Never imagined I'd love a pair of pliers like I do my Engineer Nejisaurus (Vampliers if you're American). Only thing is once you buy a single Japanese tool it becomes an obsession, the difference in quality is instantly apparent as soon as you hold them

[@TimeLapseRich]

I bought the JDM vampliers, while I don't use them like an electrician would, I find that they are the gripiest set of plyers I've ever had.

[@lordjaashin]

yep. i came across nepros brand by KTC. its ratchet wrench makes snap on look like chinesium ratchet wrench. the build quality of Japanese tools is truly equal to none. plus Nepros is cheaper than snap on. lol

[@chiefo7631]

@@lordjaashin Yeah saw AvE rAvEing about them, that's as close to porn as youtube allows. Oh to be rich...

[@lordjaashin]

@@chiefo7631 didn't knew that AvE rave about Japanese tools. i avoid watching his videos because i can't stand the way he talks

[@chiefo7631]

@@lordjaashin lol yeah he does a good 5 mins on the exact tool you're talking about, worth a watch even if ya have to mute it!

[@charliegoodson8247]

I have always loved your videos but my favorite part is how you come up with the testing methods and provide a graph. Infotainment is underrated and deserves more support. In my shop I have used Dewalt pliers for many years cutting copper wire was the hardest use it ever saw and a few years ago I bought a set of Doyle pliers from Habor Freight to keep in my handyman travel bag. I got to say I have been impressed with the quality of this new Harbor Freight tool line.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for sharing.

[@tempviduse]

I know the videos 2 years old but id love to see Crescent tested. They've recently expanded their line and have some very nice (and beautiful looking) hand tools

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for the suggestion.

[@andythompson3528]

I think I’m gonna get the channellock pliers! Seems like the best overall value considering price and performance

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for the feedback.

[@phineartz]

Although more subjective than PF’s torture testing, I’ve always found channelock pliers to have excellent ergonomics and functionality with the minimal tool dip style handles.

[@mattclark5866]

Love your reviews. I would also enjoy a video expanding upon the “10 must have tools for the shop.”

[@ProjectFarm]

Great idea! Thank you!

[@iv8976]

THIS

[@gus473]

Maybe for hand tools and another for power and/or shop tools....? 🤔

[@nmatthew7469]

@@ProjectFarm yes, let's have that ten tools list PF.

[@TheWhoamaters]

Anyone else watching these hoping their brand at least beats what they always hear is the best because it costs more? Channellocks are my go to

[@Heatherder]

Channies are great, all their products are quality and good designs and reasonably priced

[@1pcfred]

I have a lot of Channellock pliers. It's my "good" set. Are they the best? No. They're good enough for what I do though. Their linesmans did better than I thought they would here. But I don't have the model that was tested. I have old big rivet ones and one pair of box joint ones. They're model 349

[@connahjones8178]

it would strike in the heart if someone bought some snap ons for silly money and then they get beat by alot of other brands

[@mrdefinitely8769]

Channellocks make nice tools and I consider them amongst the highest quality. Also nice they are made in the USA which makes them attractive to me as well.

[@willb3018]

I have a variety Channellocks, a few Knipex , a number of 40- 50 year old USA Cratfsman from my early days and a handful of others. One of those others are Vamplier "screw extraction" pliers. For that specific use, they are outstanding. But, generally, I am grabbing the Channellocks first.

[@toshmiller5571]

Ever since discovering knipex cobra pliers a few years ago I just keep buying more and more or their products. They make such high quality stuff

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for sharing.

[@TheZeevil]

Doyle: "Riveted joint for smooth action with no wobble" Project Farm: "The Doyle brand has a small amount of handle wobble"

[@therealdojj]

Project Farm has a new video out? We're gonna watch that!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you very much!

[@willb3018]

Love these comparisons. Nobody does it better. Makes me feel sad for the rest. A while back,I bought Vamplier "screw extraction" pliers. I ended up using them for something I hadn't expected. Had a screw embedded in a tire. Couldn't get it out to save my life until I remembered the Vampliers. With the Vampliers it was fairly easy.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thank you!

[@gagejernigan5277]

Just bought 9.5 inch Channellock linemans pliers, feel really nice and made in the USA

[@ProjectFarm]

Great choice!

[@codyharrelson89]

I'd like to see the handle insulation tested on these lineman pliers since they are generally used for electrical purposes

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for the suggestion.

[@djscrizzle]

However, one MUST take note that the handles, unless rated for voltage hazard, are for user comfort only. Rated handles tend to be rated at 1kV.

[@improductions7673]

Did anyone hear the music in the middle of the video? It’s very light and I could barely hear it. Never knew he used music in his videos. I like it. Keep killing it @projectfarm

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@belogical3961]

I am an electrician and have the Klein HD sidecutters. I use them everyday and based on what I use them for (cutting strength). The channel lock pliers are what I'm buying next. Don't waste money on super expensive pliers and if you use them everyday, definitely do not buy cheap brands. Thank you so much for your videos. Great incite!

[@nmatthew7469]

Klein was it when I was a sparky apprentice. Now I have Channellocks, Klein, Doyle, vampliers, knipex, they're all great at certain applications.

[@toasteratemytaco]

Since you seem to be on a hand tool binge, may I suggest brands of screwdrivers? Slotted Drivers get used pretty universally as pry bars, scrapers, chisels, and of course slotted screwdrivers. I'd like to see how the different brands stack up in torture tests.

[@Hunteratloppshop]

This

[@vj8452]

Wera for the win

[@mOOOp42]

I still go with Craftsman for flathead screwdrivers because every time I break one using it as a chisel or pry bar, I just get a new one for free.

[@MagicGate814]

Darn, you beat me to it.

[@samthesr20man]

Nepros are far and above the best screwdrivers

[@TheCreedBratton]

Project Farm always has the most thorough, scientific, easy to replicate, and informative testing I have ever seen

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks!

[@HobbyOrganist]

"... and the cutting knives were severely damaged" Kind of moot when the whole jaw broke of hahah!!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for watching!

[@davidbarnes5456]

Timestamps for Graphs 5:41 Gripping Strength on Socket Extension 5:47 Weight 7:44 Gripping Strength on Screw 9:24 Force to Cut Copper Wire 9:48 Leverage of Cutters 11:13 Force to cut 16 penny nail 13:08 Force required to cut Exterior Screw 15:30 Failure Load

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for sharing.

[@animejanai4657]

@@ProjectFarm Suggestion for graphs when items are cut - add a 2nd color graphed line to show how much damage the cutter knife had. This gives context to the amount of force used to cut the bolt or wire.

[@joeboxter3635]

@@ProjectFarm What in tests kept vampire out of mention in top. They seemed to do very well and price at $45 is higher than Doyle but way lower than Fujiyama. In just about every category they were in top 3, except cutting. In which case I suspect they need to be sharpened or in my case I'd get out Dremel. The big thing is they grip and are hard to break. They are near three times as tough as channel lock, btw. IMHO, Vampire made the grade. Doyle at $18 is super value. Doyle is what I own. If money was not issue, I'd pick up Vampire as I often find situation where I need their clamp force to twist/turn something loose.

[@dchubworldsharenetwork]

UNIOR is not on the list 🙂

[@ncrawford1488]

I own many different types of pliers- many are specialty items, but I probably have 50 that are within reach on my bench. Mostly Snap-On, but Vampliers are my GO TO for removing broken fasteners. They are made in several sizes, and are on my “must own” list. As the first test implied, their ability to remove broken fasteners is second to none- and I own left hand drill bit and every gizmo that has been made for this job… BEST WISHES TO EVERYONE!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for sharing!

[@GunGuy258]

Channellock feels great in the hands, too. As an electrician, I like the weight of them too.

[@jskjsk3986]

After 37 years as an electrician, I have owned only 4 or 5 pairs. Klein, Ideal and Channelock. Klein are the industry favorite and without abuse would last a career.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for sharing.

[@Heeby-Jeebies]

Tax Man: "Mr Farm, you're writing of a dozen pairs of pliers." Project Farm: "Yes sir." TM: "...As a business expense?" PF: "Yes sir." TM: "You mind explaining that to me?" PF: "Can I?! Hold on, I've got spread sheets!"

[@TheBearsCorner]

TM: "...As a business expense?" PF: Yes sir!" TM: "We're gonna test that!"

[@GroundedRoots]

Haha

[@gus473]

@@TheBearsCorner 🤦🏻‍♂️😅🤣👍🏼

[@Ricochet845]

Tm: as a business expense? Pf: yes sir. Tm: mind explaining that? Pf: *shows tm the channel* Tm: I see, ok thank you have a nice day.

[@connahjones8178]

testing different allen key brands would be good, i hate having them round over through use

[@g.tucker8682]

Great idea!

[@stormercody]

We use Wera L keys when bolts starts to round. Cant go wrong with the hex plus

[@benjaminwands4663]

Every professional I've heard from says Bondhus, I picked up a pair and they feel great, I haven't had much use time with them yet.

[@SamFBM]

its always the silver ones which round for me lol

[@Comm0ut]

A good test of lineman pliers is what I used them for when running a welding school toolroom. We cut TIG filler in half before handing it out (consumables are costly so they were rationed) and that meant hundreds of cuts through 3/32 and 1/8 stainless and carbon TIG wire. While individuals could cut by hand no way was I getting carpal tunnel so I tack welded a Klein lineman plier to some plate and clamped that to the bench. I slid some stainless tubing over the other handle for leverage. I used that Klein for months before the contract ended and I moved on. It's still there years later. Lineman pliers kind of suck as pliers but do well as cutters. The models with splice crimpers on the inboard side of the jaws are much handier than the plain style.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for sharing.

[@darrensoldan5972]

Channellock are defiantly my go to work pliers for work! Nice work! Pipe wrenches next please! :)

[@jonskitch8082]

its ok

[@PineHollowAutoDiagnostics]

Vampliers are amazing at gripping and twisting rusty fasteners. I call them the "Scotty Kilmer pliers" 👍😁

[@ratdude747]

Yep, that's what they're made for... beyond that, they're OK. A tool for a specific job, that can do a few others in a pinch.

[@frankierzucekjr]

I thought they did the best as well on this video.. But im a Dewalt kinda guy. But if ima get some pliers I'll get these.

[@MrEyad1990]

That's true I was planning on getting a vamplaier so I kept my eyes on it but decided to get a channellock instead.

[@aranhaydar9195]

Hi Evan i think Japanese stuff hold up like nothing else does, i have used Japanese tools from the 80s and 90s and they still work perfectly fine.

[@crforfreedom7407]

Now I know why I've bought the Channellocks for over 40 years; best bang for the buck. I don't buy Chinese no matter what name is on the label if I don't have to, I support the US people and MFGs every chance I get. It's why I buy DeWalt power tools over Millwaukee, and Channellocks over anyone else.

[@bobheale2521]

Another great video. I'm a professional electrician and have used klien pliers for 30 years and have tried ideal and channellock. A very common task as an electrician is twisting wires together, wider jaws make the job easier. Klien has nice, wide jaws where channellocks are quite narrow. Also Kliens have a lifetime, no questions asked replacement guarantee

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks! Thanks for the feedback.

[@frankrosemeck9898]

Yeah, I've never known an electrician to carry anything _but_ Klein's. It is the stadard by which all other pliers are measured. At least here in the U.S.

[@thesoutherngentleman1600]

I just came across this video cause it was about lineman pliers. Myself I have been a Klein pliers user for over 45 to 55 years since I have been a Construction builder. I began at a ripe age of 13 when dug my first 20X30 carport slab footing 14x 24 and then built a 8X20 storage shed at the back of it and wired it for my Dad and dug the 2" underground electrical PVC and 60amp panel inside for the 8X6 tool storage of that 8x20 with the remaining 12 was for the washing mach and dryer and frig for my Dad's Falstaff beer bottles. And that is where I learned to use Klein and other tools such as 3/8 to 2" pipes for hot and cold water and not the copper but the old style galvanize pipe.. Yeah you older guys in your 90's remember that kind. Oh yeah most of your parents will remember that kind of work since I am only just 75....

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for sharing.

[@allenlong8615]

I’m a plier junky and I love my Knipex, fujiya, 3 peaks, channellock, nws, ips, and other brands all for different tasks

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for sharing.

[@Neukids]

Wedding: Pastor: To be together in illness and in health. Project farm: We are going to test that

[@sharpshooter012345]

Son: I passed the exam PF: "We're gonna test that"

[@therealdojj]

How have you made a comment 40 years ago 🤣🤣🤣

[@ProjectFarm]

lol. Thank you!

[@capt.stubby245]

Great comment. Made me laugh out loud.

[@jjyay2077]

this review is still helpful in 2024, amazing work

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for the feedback.

[@setheverhart]

I just picked up a pair of the Channellocks based on this video. Had the video playing while I was in Home Depot. :)

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for sharing.

[@twarken5078]

I’m a die-hard Knipex fan and have been using their hand tools (pliers, cutters, pipe grips) for over 18yrs now. Pleased to see they performed well in this test.

[@jdniedner]

Is it pronounced " k'nipex" or "Nypex"? I say the latter.

[@twarken5078]

@@jdniedner I pronounce it Nippex so I’m not sure what’s correct!

[@dusanmilojevic3017]

@@jdniedner K’nipex is correct.

[@1pcfred]

@@jdniedner I call them, the tool that shall not be named. Or you can call them Nazi tools. Perfectly acceptable.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for the feedback.

[@diegomatias9789]

“From happy to snappy” sounds a lot like my ex.

[@Ricochet845]

Pretty sure that sounds like A LOT of people Ex’s lol. Sure does for mine.

[@joshrepik]

Shjt

[@ionracer24]

more like snappy to snappier

[@anssileinonen3522]

We're gonna test that! 😁

[@B81Mack]

Great comment!! 😆

[@cannoncolossus2449]

I have a few of the brands tested here, including Klein and Knipex. I always reach for my Channellock pliers. They perform as well or better than the other brands, but I really like the ergonomics. They are a bit slimmer than the rest, which feels good in hand when doing more delicate work and really let’s you get a solid grip when you need to be a little less delicate.

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for sharing.

[@justinmaciak4039]

Love your tool testing videos! I'd love to see a video on self-leveling rotary lasers some day (if possible!)

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks! Thanks for the video idea.

[@YoureSoVane]

It's not about how well it cuts the first screw, but the second

[@oldesertguy9616]

I like the Made in USA of the Channelocks. That is apparently what I will be buying from now on.

[@rjaustin82]

In my 20 years as an electrician, I started with Klein, but then switched to Channellock. They are all I buy now. Lasts for years and made 30 minutes from me.

[@Alan_Edwards]

Not surprised Channel Lock was one of the best values. I never leave home without mine !!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks for the feedback.

[@jeremyskaggs9707]

Excellent video... speedy and concise demonstration. I watched the whole video, because you didn't dwaddle like so many others do. Thanks!

[@ProjectFarm]

Thanks and you are welcome!