Measuring only 100 mm in length, this tool provides optimal accessibility even in the tightest spaces. Probably the easiest way to describe how the pliers work is to say they are like a tiny set of vice grips, except they don't lock closed, and they adjust at the pivot point in ten steps. With this set in your collection, you can deal with any task with confidence, knowing that these pliers are ready to deliver exceptional performance over time.

Don't be fooled by their small size as they are the same quality as the larger tools and are extremely useful if space is tight.Finance is provided by PayPal Credit (a trading name of PayPal UK Ltd, Whittaker House, Whittaker Avenue, Richmond-Upon-Thames, Surrey, United Kingdom, TW9 1EH). As 15mm is the distance at which you can have the handles fully closed, it's possible to apply a fair amount of welly to an axle nut or pedal – certainly enough to get you home, and close to a serious spanner or 6-8mm hex key (I know because I tested it on an e-road bike with a rear hub motor that had 15mm nuts inset with 8mm hex sockets; I tried both methods on the same fastener). If you need to grab the end of an inner cable to pull it taut before tightening a pinch bolt, there's more than enough force to do so. The Knipex 8700100BK (Carded) Cobra XS are some of the smallest Water Pump Pliers in the World with the full functionality and grip of a much larger tool. The Knipex 86 Series XS Pliers Wrench offer optimum accessibility, even in confined spaces thanks to their particularly compact design, and slim head.

In addition, the handle is extremely comfortable and can be easily adapted to any size of the workpiece. Obviously with 10 different locking positions but a range of 21mm, you can see how by going smaller or larger in starting jaw width, you can then decide how closed or open the handles are when applying force.And while they're expensive and don't seem all that necessary, they really are a justifiable investment covering a multitude of uses on your bike. Contacted seller, provided relevant photographs, received x3 replacements a few days later while also being refunded for x1 clamp. That's why we proudly present the Knipex Cobra XS 87 00 100 pliers, a groundbreaking solution that redefines compact precision work.

I was looking at replacements for it and this and the soon to be reviewed SOG Flash MT came to my attention. The cycling utility of the Knipex Mini Wrench Pliers comes in the combination of the 0-21mm range, low weight and small size, plus the narrow (2. I tried this version on a number of traditional 15mm axle nuts, a width that also matches the flats on most pedals.For the most part, that’s fine and they do way better than you might expect at hard tasks despite their size. Ideal for a wide range of applications: precision engineering, plumbing, an essential part of any bicycle or motorcycle toolkit, EDC (Every Day Carry), and model making. With greater stability and enhanced maneuverability, your tasks become a breeze, elevating your efficiency and productivity to new heights.