Good access to the workpiece thanks to the slim design in the head and joint area, more performance and convenience compared to conventional water pump pliers of the same length: 9-stage notch adjustment for 30% more gripping capacity, push-through joint: high stability thanks to double guidance, self-locking on pipes and nuts: No slipping on the workpiece, energy-saving work, pinch protection prevents crush injuries, favorable leverage: optimal power transmission, gripping surfaces with specially hardened teeth, teeth hardness approx. 61 HRC: permanently secure gripping thanks to high wear resistance, chrome vanadium electric steel, forged, multi-stage oil-hardened