The Knipex 240mm Lineman’s Pliers (American Style) from ITS deliver a high transfer ratio of power for easy cutting. Thanks to its unique design, these pliers require half the effort required compared to conventional pliers. The solid vanadium electric steel construction ensures that it is able to deal with the heaviest strain. The multi-component grips have been ergonomically designed to offer a firm grip thereby reducing fatigue over extended use. In particular, the cross-hatched knurled gripping zone in the jaws offers an enhance hold for strong gripping and pulling. Suitable for soft and hard wires, the jaw edges are induction hardened up to 64 HRC. These pliers also feature an integrated tether attachment point to attach to the Knipex Tether System.