The thicker-dipped handles on these Lineman's Pliers make them more comfortable and easier to grab with gloved hands. 2000 series knives cut ACSR, screws, nails and most hardened wire. The high-leverage design provides 46-Percent greater cutting and gripping power. The plier head is precision-hardened for toughness and durability. For more than 160 years, Klein Tools has manufactured premium-quality, professional-grade hand tools that deliver the performance, durability and precision needed to get the job done right. Our family of engineers, workers and craftsman continue to put six generations of expertise into every tool we create by using only the highest quality materials, superior workmanship, and keeping manufacturing as close to home as we can. Klein isn't just the name of our company, it's also our family name. And since we're an American company that's family-owned and family-run, you know you can count on us to be here tomorrow. Klein Tools doesn't just make great products, we make great products that stand up to the demands of the professionals who use them every day ... Since 1857.