Japan vs German Pliers (LONG NOSE)? Knipex, Vampliers, Klein, Fujiya, Irwin, Kobalt Needle Nose

Pliers Tested: Knipex, Vampliers, Channellock, Fujiya, Irwin, Klein, Craftsman, Kobalt, Stanley Fatmax, DeWalt, Milwaukee, Southwire, Performance Tool and Wiha. Needle nose / long nose pliers tested for grip on fasteners, strength of nose in twisting force, durability and ease of use of cutters, and overall build quality. I purchased all of the pliers to ensure an unbiased review. So, thank you for supporting the channel.

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[ProjectFarm]

Here’s the list of products reviewed. More details in the video description. Thank you!

[chrisose]

Considering that needle nose pliers are often used to reach into tight spaces to pull thing out, I am surprised you didn't do a linear pullout test. That would seem to be a more important metric than cutting deck screws or 16p nails. Quite frankly, if you are using a pair of needle nose to cut deck screws or large nails you probably shouldn't be using tools in the first place.

[dankflank]

I'm always impressed by the thoroughness and impartiality of these tests. I've bought a few things based off of these reviews.

[Bornintheseat]

When it comes to needle nose pliers for me, toughest isn't really the most important factor. You can beef them up to survive twisting and bolt cutting but that makes them heavy, stubby and uncomfortable. Its helpful to know how strong they are, and I appreciate knowing the weight, but its much more important how comfortable the angles and curves are, how far they reach, how precise and smooth the movement is and how much they loosen up with use. As usual though this is a terrific video and the accurate, consistent testing apparatus continues to impress me.

[matthewohan]

Before Project Farm, I used to have matching tools. Now my tool box looks a mess but each of them excel at what they do. Thank you, as always, for helping us choose the right tools for what we need them to do most. I will echo everyone else's comments about including the relative diameter and depth the pliers can enter. I usually use my needle nose for extraction, pulling cables through holes or twisting out broken screws. Looks like my need is the Vampires, but looks fairly wide.

[electronicsNmore]

A tool I use a lot. Thanks for another fantastic product testing video!

[SayHeyToShea]

It would be helpful to add a measure of accessibility in tight spaces. Something like "what is the widest width of the nose while inserting it one inch into a space". Something to show how useful they are in the tight spaces that needle nose pliers are typically used for. Many of these are trading their accessibility for strength and that should be a consideration made. As always, great video!

[jessechristensen]

I would have loved to see jaw force generation and a straight pull. I use my needle nose for getting in tight spaces and pulling connections or ripping something off. Still, another great video with a great selection of accessible brands!

[Lesardah]

Excellent work! I thought the Knipex would destroy everything else. I own a set of snips from Knipex after trying sets from several other vendors. It's the best set of snips I've ever used, and is exceptionally well-built.

[stevencochran]

I love this channel! With that said I work in a industry where needlenose pliers are our primary tool. It would have been nice to have a test to see which pliers would pick up and hold firmly the smallest item? Such as a small wire, string etc. The tolerance between the jaws when closed is super important!

[truthoverfacts]

The Knipex pliers you tested were much longer than the others. They do have a shorter model that is much more stout and closer to the other brands tested. Thanks for the content!

[johnhoward]

Not sure this is a fair test, some of the pliers, such as the Knipex, have long thin noses and seem to be designed more for electronic and small component applications, rather than the heavy mechanical uses the tests focussed on.

[spike_spencer]

One of those rare times when one of the least expensive options is one of the best. Great work as always!

[brentworls]

I would think an important characteristic of needle-nose pliers would be how deep into a hole or crevice can they reach to grip something. That doesn't appear to be accounted for here, they were just run through similar tests as regular pliers or cutters. Some were relatively think and fat, less nimble.

[csnegxu]

Have been using Klein for years and they are really hard to beat in industrial settings. Thanks for the hard work putting together a great comparison.

[Private-GtngxNMBKvYzXyPq]

Thank you for your diligence. I can only imagine the effort, time and money it takes to document all these tests including many different camera angles and even close up images. Amazingly useful.

[jimdavis]

While I enjoy the tests performed on this channel I've often wondered who would actually mistreat their tools like this. Then my neighbors kid borrowed some tools from me.

[nsgarage]

I've bought quite a few Kobalt tools over the years, including a ratcheting breaker bar and automatic adjustable pliers. They have always impressed me and experienced less corrosion when compared to other tools that were left in the same conditions. If I ever need another set of needle nose pliers I know which one to buy. Their miniature pliers set is also really good.

[iqbalmu]

I really liked the Knipex pliers due to the long nose. I can get into various nook and cranny due to the long nose, granted they are not tough enough to withstand twisting and bending however, they have helped me greatly through some odd jobs.

[TheChosenCam]

Your videos and unbiased reviews are awesome. For the last 10ish years I worked at an auto parts store and everytime someone asked me questions about products, I had answers because of your videos. Every chance I had, I would tell every customer to look up your videos! I don't work in retail anymore but I still tell litteraly everyone about your channel! Thanks for all your awesome work!