Best Pliers (SLIP JOINT)? US vs Japan, Vampliers, Kobalt, Irwin, Stanley, Tekton, Martin
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- 13 BRANDS: Vampliers, Kobalt, Irwin, Stanley Proto, Channellock, Tekton, Martin, Wilde Tool, Urrea, Crescent, Harden, Olympia Tools and Tsunoda. Pliers tested for grip on large and small fasteners, abrasive resistance of teeth, and efficiency and durability of pliers cutting through small and large nails. I purchased all of the pliers and NEVER accept sponsorships. So, thank you for supporting the channel!
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The Channellock comes out decent again! So far I'm happy with my purchases (Linesman's and Needle Nose) and this just reinforces my desire to continue to support them. Thanks Project Farm!
Same here!! USA made is a priority for me!!
Great brand with consistently great products!
Yes. My Channelock tools have never let me down.
Same, the Dewalts look decent, but then I look at where they are made.....China yet again.
Nope, Channellock it is.
Ok
I love the reviews. I also like how even the stuff that doesn't perform so well, you don't take the common road and trash talk them, you just explain that they did not as good as other brands, and even then generally speak positively. True unbiased reviews and commentary.
Thanks!
Dollar Tree pliers could not be tested as they broke during check-out.
lol
Well played, sir...
These tests you do saves so much money on us Trade workers and even the home DIY.
I’ve got to say thank you and please keep going. I’m sure I speak for others too.
UK London ❤
Thanks and you are welcome!
Love these videos. I thought about how nice it would be to see a showdown between multi tool plyers like the Leatherman, Victorinox, Gerber and others.
Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.
Me too!
Ha! It will take PF two months if he tests each tool on each tool!
@@61hink hah! Good point!
Please do it soon I just lost mine and not sher witch one to get
9:48 for cut tests like this where there is damage to the pliers it would be helpful to see each pliers do a second cut. Some of the pliers did great the first time, but were so damaged I'd bet a second or third cut would be significantly worse. Tsunoda took 219lbs but were like new afterwards, meanwhile Crescent did better at 203lbs but definitely weren't all that sharp anymore
Realistically you're not going to be cutting nails with slip joint pliers. Least not larger nails. So you can consider it a destructive test. Do you really think you have 200+ pound grip strength?
Thanks for the suggestion.
Really good point
@@1pcfred it would be a better destructive test seeing how much more it took to do it a 2nd or 3rd time.
@@normalguy556 perhaps. Once was enough for me.
Your content is great. Your unbiased testing is well thought out and you do very well at making sure testing is done in a controlled way. I would love to see a comparison video for hard water stain buildup. CLR, white vinegar, pink stuff, etc. keep up the awesome work!
Thank you!
Would love to see someone like you actually do a video on knife blade steel , going from 420C to 110V. There’s so many unrealistic and unreliable videos out there . Seeing someone like you tackle the top 10 or 15 would be pretty epic .
Thanks for the suggestion.
@@ProjectFarm make sure you cover like m390, s35vn, and 3v, elmax, and 20cv
You just have to be careful because China likes to label certain steels (especially on knives) inaccurately.
@@Bluelightbandit with most steels you can get them from American distributors and they are guaranteed. I would think , even if it’s a major concern , you could remove most of the Chinese steel and have it replaced with VG-10 and AUS-8 and 10 . Those are the big ones above 420 anyways . On high end I’m not really aware of Chinese products you would have to worry about .
@@Bluelightbandit yea I want him to review like Hinderer and sypderco type of metal, real high quality because that’s what people actually care about when buy a high end knife
i dont think youve gotten a comment like this before but i really love the format of your videos. its straight forward no nonsense, and its great for my adhd. so many people make videos reviewing tools and testing them but drone on and on. here you are testing 11 tools in under 15 minutes, other videos comparing less tools for the same time i have to speed up cause they just cant hold my attention
Thanks so much!
A thought on the metallurgy - the softer the steel of the pliers, the better they will grip. The harder the steel, the longer they will last without wear.
As a comparison, I keep copper jaws on my bench vise because of the superior grip. Those copper jaws have to be resurfaced or replaced more often. I always enjoy your videos, just wanted to add my thoughts.
Thanks for sharing.
For sure and PF's tests help in choosing the best compromise for one's usage of that tool.
I also use some bend copper sheet and aluminum angle profile to be able to grip, but not damage, the metal part. If the part is softer, even wooden ones with some cloth.
Make the vice tighter and use hard jaws?
Great input
I’d like to see the snap on combination pliers next
Thanks for the suggestion.
Id love to see how craftsman sockets hold up against the big dogs (snap, mac, matco). Keep up the good work!
Thank you for the testing suggestion!
Well, I can answer that query! Most of the Craftsman sockets made now are chinese crap and fail miserably in the day to day usage of a mechanic (civilian use would probably be not that big of a deal). I still have the set I bought in high school and they have never broken. Once American companies start selling out to cheap foreign labor, it comes at a cost. I have found though, that there is a major difference between chinese junk and Taiwan made ISO certified tools...the latter being much better made. If I have a choice, I buy American.
Channellocks are made in Meadville PA, 12 miles from where I grew up and 30 miles from where I live now. Glad to see multiple USA tools in the review.
Thanks for sharing.
I have Channellock and Crescent slip joint pliers in three sizes each that are from the late 1970's early 1980's. My utility pliers for daily use are Utica's. All are classic examples of some of the best used by homeowners, Mechanics, and craftsmen of the US for decades.
Nice! Thanks for sharing.
Very pleased to see how well Crescent did - my girlfriend bought me a large Crescent socket set for Christmas about a decade ago, and they've been fabulous.
Nice!
Still just your "girlfriend" after 10 years?! So...you're committed to a tool brand, but still have some reservations about your life partner? Sounds legit...
Thanks for the thorough video. This particular set of tests is especially useful because most people probably use, or have used, these types of pliers on occasion.
You are welcome! Thanks for sharing.
I've been using the flush rivet Wilde pliers for years. They fit in my plier/wrench holster without snagging because of the flush construction. That, and they're made in my home state of KS.
Thanks for sharing.
Awesome review like always! Those vamplires look awesome
I like seeing the harbor freight and Walmart brands in these tests.
Thank you!
I have the Vampliers Pro (8"), Lineman (9"), Screw extractor, mini diagonal cutters, and Locking pliers. All from Vampire tools. All work excellent, and I love them. Extremely high quality, but not cheap!!
@@Bri-bn5kt Buy the Engineer pz-59 neji-saurus RX. They make the Vampliers but are less expensive
@@PaulBCISSP Thanks for the great tip!
Thank you for the new video! I look forward to a new one every Sunday.
Awesome! This means a lot to me and keeps me going!
Never heard of the tsunoda, but now I need to find some
What a terrific brand! Surprised they performed so well considering the price is very affordable
IMO this is the best channel on TH-cam. Hard work and objectivity shows, great work. Thank you!
Thanks and you are welcome!
Congrats on 2 Million! I've been here a long time, you deserve it!
Thanks so much!
YOOOOOOO!! YEEES!!!! I don't know how I missed this video until now, but I'm SUPER stoked to see the results because I was the person who suggested the Wilde tools brand a few months back.
Great comparison as usual. I'm going to have to give those Tsunoda's a shot one of these days. Also, while it's not super important, Wilde tools is actually pronounced "wild-E". Strange, but that's how they answered the phone when I called a few years ago. 👍
Stay frosty and pet the Farmmebago for me!
Thanks! Thanks for suggesting this video idea.
You know what would be a good idea for a test? Gas tank repair epoxy! There are so many types and brands. Thanks for the videos!
You are welcome! Thanks for the suggestion.
All my pliers and cutters are Tsunoda, very good values . Especially the cutters, I am working on electronic security in OZ.
Thanks for sharing!
Japanese culture have a tremendous amount of pride in everything they do. It's ingrained in them from a very early age. You have highly respected master's who teach apprentices who then practice an art for most of their lives. It shows in their products.
Thanks for the feedback.
I remember once 50+ years ago having a handle side of a drop forged pliers snap in two in my hand once when trying to squeeze hard and turn a stuck bolt. Painful too. I kept waiting for that to happen during your 16 penny nail test, but not this time. :)
Thanks for the feedback.
does anybody willingly use slip join pliers or are they just the last resort when you can't find anything else?
Not my first choice but great tool to have in each vehicle and in farm equipment
@@ProjectFarm you only get to have one pair of pliers with you, which do you choose?
Would love to see a comparison of absorbents against various common garage/workshop spills such as motor oil, brake fluid, coolant, diesel, etc. and see how they compare to hone remedies like sawdust or hay!
(and kitty litter of course)
Great suggestion! Thank you.
For what my job is hooking up and working on appliances i love the crescent pliers
Thanks for sharing.
So basically, when you say US pliers, you are actually referring to Chinese pliers. Right?
I love my Wilde flush faster pliers for automotive work as it gives better access without getting hung up on protruding plier fasteners. That being said the flush fastener reduces the cross section and thus the strength to cut nails, which I have never used them to do. Wilde tool do offer traditional non flush fastener slip joint pliers which I am sure would fair much like the other traditional fastener slip joint pliers for extreme nail cutting tests.
Thanks for sharing.
Dude I love all your comparison test videos. You do the proper test for any comparison that your doing. Ive learned so much from your channel.
Thanks! Glad to hear!
Maybe test lineman style pliers in the future? I've always been a fan of the standard Kleins myself speaking as someone who has done powerline work the Kleins never let me down.
Thanks for the suggestion.
Could you do a video on whats the best method for drying out a phone ? Great video as always, thanks for taking the time to test so many products
Thanks for the suggestion.
3:32 "The pliers will last a life time, we're gonna test that!" that's a man whos dedicated
Thanks!
The same factory in Japan that makes the Vamplier brand makes the Engineer brand, which is very similar in construction, but less expensive. Some of the Vamplier pliers have springs to help spread the jaws, and come with a case that hold the spring-loaded jaws together in your pocket or toolbox, while the Engineers typically don't have springs, and the case is extra and expensive for what it is. The Engineer brand is also sold on Amazon and at other Japanese tool shops. Both brands of pliers are made for smaller hands, so you will want to get the largest size you can, if you have large hands. In addition to their unparalleled ability to remove any broken-off nail, or bolt or screw with a stripped head, they are ground in such a way that the tip will securely grab the smallest protrusion of a bolt, screw or nail above the surface and enable you to remove it.
Thanks for the feedback.
I can't believe I continued to watch this. Good vid.
Thank you
I started my morning with a video about pliers this is how you know I’m going down hill and fast😂😂
lol
Always appreciate how you mark the prices of things. I really get a kick out of how the dollar to performance works.
Thanks for the feedback.
Video ideas: Wheelbarrow brands, tool boxes/bags (size, loads, portability?), chisels, hammers, tool belts, multi tools, circular saws, table saws, miter saws, LEVELS (accuracy, drop tests??)
Hopefully one of those could make a good video! Love the content by the way, always check your videos before I make a purchase! Thank you for the great content👍🏻
Thanks and you are welcome! Thanks for the suggestions.
Channellock every day, baby. That's what's in my toolbags. Affordable, consistent performers and made in exotic, exciting Pennsylvania.
Thanks for the feedback.
I love your videos! Could you make a video on summarizing the brands and how the place overall as a company? I see a few brands that come in the top 5 a lot. I think there is a pattern to do with consistent quality being produced.
Thanks for the suggestion.
Next Suggestion - Torque wrenches- are the expensive ones that much better than cheap ones? / next suggestion - show us the shop and all the tools you have tested, kept, and now prefer.
Thanks for the suggestion.
I have a bunch of channellock pliers and they are great, like them much more than my dewalt ones.
Thanks for sharing.
Would you ever test fishing line? I noticed this is one of the few products you haven’t tested yet. Love the channel by the way
Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.
I’m sure they have their use but i can’t think of a single time where these have been very good to me
Thanks for the feedback.
since coming across this channel a month ago..its safe to say my wife and i watch multiple episodes every night before bed..no joke. i wont say what else has happened during said show watching but thats more private. lol. at any rate..absolutely hands down my favorite channel. and im totally a seafoam spokesman now with all my buddies!! ive got tons of ideas for testing but heres a few that are relatively simple as we work in the cleaning industry...which carpet spot cleaner works best?...which degreaser works best?...which stainless steel cleaner/protectant is the best? i'd do them myself but i dont like the idea of trying to emulate your magic you've tapped into. at any rate...love what your doing. TODD FOR PRESIDENT 2024!!! LOL
Thanks! Thanks for the suggestions.
Thank you for the time and work you put into these videos. Can you please make a video on the best wire strippers?
Thank you for the video idea!
Thank you for making these videos and for the testing regime you put the tools through. I use these videos to inform on my tool purchases.
You're very welcome!
I can't believe someone made a tool brand after vampires, called one vampliers, and actually succeeded .
Great point
My family and I treat your videos like sporting events, we each pick a brand from the opening shot and place bets, cheering and booing when applicable.
Sounds like a lot of fun! Thanks for sharing!
Knipex just came out with some new slip joint pliers that look badass I wish they could’ve been in the video
Thanks for the feedback.
Can you do a video on paint sprayers? Whether it’s about airless or air paint sprayers.
Thanks for the suggestion.
This channel is so awesome - have you thought about doing torque wrenches? I searched and no Project Farm video came up for that...yet..
Great suggestion! Thank you.
im loving the pliers videos, really helps mechanics as pliers are all so similar looking these tests are priceless
Thanks so much! Thanks for sharing.
I always come back and checkout an episode or two. Thank you my friend.
You are welcome! Thanks for watching.
For just a few bucks more, Tsunoda could have been the hands down winner if you had gone with the 'Tsunoda PLC-200S Slim slip joint pliers with Spring'. The slims have diagonal cut teeth like the Knipex 'Twin Grips' for improved biting grip, a spring inserted under the 'hot rivet' pin that returns the pliers back to the open position, and makes for the nicest slip joint plier action that I have ever used. And the fit and finish on them is second to none. That said, I would have like to see a x-hatch pattern on the end of the jaw.
Ordered the Tsunoda with your link. Thanks.
No problem!
Hard hats would be really cool to test. I like the klien carbon fiber ones. They are one of the most affordable for required PPE
Thanks for the suggestion.
I like this guys videos. Straight to the point.
Thanks!
@@ProjectFarm Some people give instructional videos on how to do stuff but beat around the bush so much did you end up getting bored and you flip the channel because they like to talk so much and they like to hear themselves talk so much about everything else other than what the damn video was about. That’s why I like your videos because it was straight to the point bam bam bam. Keep it up I like your videos I just subscribed to you
Super helpful review yet again, thanks! Would love to see a needle nose shootout. Maybe a socket comparison too.
Thanks! Thanks for the suggestions.
Don't know if you're gonna see this comment but I'd love to see you do a test on combination wrenches. A set of combination wrenches is sort of the back bone of any tradesmans tool box. Proto, Snap on, Matco, Mac, S-K, Craftsman, the new Harbor Freight "professional" wrenches, to name a few. Most if not all of these have some sort of patented grabbing anti slip teeth or tooth on the open end and I'd like to see that tested head to head. Not sure how it could be done but........
Anyways I really appreciate this channel and what you do. Keep it up.
Thanks, will do! Thanks for the suggestion.
How about a test of various brand of clear coat spray paints, you can test the uv protection, weather protection, and also which ones actually stay clear or yellow over time
Thanks for the suggestion.
Hoping for a long/needle nose pliers showdown soon!
Thanks for the suggestion.
Nice to know there are some good performers you can pick up at the local big box stores. Channellock and Crescent at HD, but also the Irwin and Kobalt pliers from Lowes seemed to do a good job.
Thank you!!
I kinda wish Knipex pliers were tested here, love all of the ones I have
Thanks for the constructive feedback.
This video proves to me I would literally watch a video about anything if it's well made
Can you do a video comparing rail storage systems like Hyper Tough snap rail, Craftsman Versatrack, Gear track, Rubbermaid’s track etc. There are many on Amazon as well
Thank you for the video idea!
One thing I noticed that wasn't tested was how insulted they are?
As an owner of a pair of Knippex pliers now pushing 30 years old, they proudly inform the owner that they're insulted upto 1000volts (no notes on ampage though) as well as the European and UK standards they adhere to so I'd be interested to note what voltage the others would manage.
Thanks for the constructive feedback.
How about doing a Channel locks showdown my favorite pair is knippex made in Germany
Thanks for the suggestion. Thanks for sharing.
Should've waited a bit longer to compare the new knipex twin grip pliers. They appear to be a game changer when it comes to the usual slip joint pliers of yesterday!
Thanks for the feedback.
Hey, I’m robin from Germany
I love your video soo much
But you often don’t compare one of our company’s.
Love to see more comparisons over the ocean.
Please tell me the ones you would like tested. Thanks.
You should definitely consider testing ARP bolts.
Thank you for the video idea!
I'd like to see a test of popular gun oils/firearm lubricants. Vs eachother and some popular home brew recipes and automotive oils.
Thanks for the suggestion.
Hey... did you ever do a video on wood sealer? Especially for decks. I used thompsons for my new deck. Looking for something long lasting, clear and low maintenance for pressure treated pine lumber. Thanks a bunch!
Thanks for the suggestion.
Hey, I'd love if you did a video on "diesel lubricity additives". I have a VW TDI and VW recommends stanadyne. I've been using power service diesel kleen and I like it. Have seen other recommendations such as optilube, liqui moly and 2 stroke motor oil as well. I love your channel! So helpful and informative!
Thank you! Thanks for the suggestion.
Could we get a test for dust masks and respirator filters? Just basic particulate filters for now
Thank you for the video idea!
Next video idea: What ball point pen works best for using as a pointing device for youtube videos.
Great video, I'm curious how the new slip joint pliers from Knipex would've tested.
Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.
When doing nail cutting test, would be nice to see how many can they cut? Maybe set a limit at 10 nails?
Thanks for the suggestion.
Maybe try cutting different gauges of wire. See how small they will actually cut to how big in one clean cut. I don't think the average person could even cut the smaller nail as they don't have enough grip strength. Good to show durability of the cutter though.
Thanks for the suggestion.
I would like to see a comparison with a bunch of car paint polishing products. Maybe Nu Finish, Turtle wax ceramic polish and wax, meguires ultimate polish, and maybe a few other polishing products. There’s a lot of polishing products out there in the car detailing industry and I would just like to see them tested.
He's done that I believe it's why I bought turtle wax hybrid solutions.
@@robertfandel9442 he just did the ceramic coating. And he did do something similar with scratch repair kits but I want to know how effective polishing products are. Like for example, Nu Finish is probably the cheapest one, does it perform well compared to turtle wax or Meguiars? No one has actually tested them, they just talk about how good it is but never show it.
Video Idea: Hose clamps. Worm/Pinch/bolt types + Pressure/Vibration/Pull off tests.
Thanks for the suggestion.
Excellent tests as always. The Tsunoda are amazing. When I refurnish my toolkip I'll keep them in mind :)
Thank you
I can't find a cordless circular saw comparison. I'd love to see the brushless ryobi, rigid, dewalt, and makita try to crosscut plywood and 2 by lumber.
Thank you for the video idea!
Might be interesting to see the Snap On compared as well as the Knipex Twin Grip along with the Icon equivalent.
Thanks for the suggestion.
How can you not test harbor freight pliers lol. Aside from that great video as per usual you do not disappoint
Thank you!
Maybe give a shot at trying different low cost True RMS Multi-meters. Always a handy tool to have around and needed more and more.
Thanks for the suggestion.
Would love to see video on best woodworking chisels!
Thanks for the suggestion.
Great vid! I’d love to see to see you compare different brand car antifreeze and their properties
Great suggestion! Thank you.
Best robot vacuum? A rigorous obstacle course is a must of course.
Thanks for the suggestion.
Jeesh. The Tsunoda went out of stock THE EXACT SAME DAY this video went up.
Thanks for sharing.
Will be great to make competition between pocket size multi-tool knives, such as Leatherman, SOG, GERBER, Swiss army, etc. Thanks
Thank you for the video idea!
Another great video.. have you done a video on cabin air filters for cars if not please do one . Thanks
Thanks! Thanks for the suggestion.
Great independent testing - your trademark.
An idea - comparison (do they work) Chimney cleaning logs.
Thank you for the video idea!
VIDEO IDEA: Are welded joints really stronger than the original? We're gonna test that!
Thanks for the suggestion.
Hi there big fan of the channel👍 I was wondering if you could do battery terminal protection sprays as a test in the future?
Thank you for the video idea!
Thanks for the great videos - as ever. Your dedication to testing is legendary! I was wondering about fuel saving additives for petrol and diesel engines - to see which is the best? Thanks again.
Thank you for the video idea!