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Review on πŸ”§ Glarks 7-Inch Internal/External Circlip Plier Set with Precision Hook Set - Versatile Snap Ring Pliers for Efficient Ring Removal, Retaining and Hose/Gasket Handling by Shawn Reiter

Revainrating 3 out of 5

Budget power and hand tool set

Budget tool set so don't expect much and make the mistake of buying this set thinking you'll always have it handy. If you want something cheap and fast then that's fine, but if you want something better bang for your buck I'd just spend a bit more to get something better. Point tolerances and point angles leave a lot to be desired. If you buy these don't expect the hints to line up well and you may need to get some files working if you're unlucky like a few of the other reviewers here. I am returning my set and would like to buy something of higher quality. Some other remarks on potential buyers. Having a case is nice, but the tools aren't as easy to insert with rubber bands, and you still have to squeeze a few of them to fit. My case was pierced by one of the tongs. So if you drop them while they're in the case, there's a chance the tips will crack and break. However, it serves its purpose for storage. The pliers themselves feel cheap and lack any precision. Some peaks were not fully aligned and were noticeably warped. They will likely work as intended as the tips on my set weren't terrible. I see it as a problem when the situation arose where I needed a little more precision. The springs on the pliers are cheaply fitted and the way they are fitted makes a lot of noise. You probably think it's just spring, but the person feels cheap. It's like taking a spring and pinching it between your fingers as it bends in one direction to pop out. The spring seemed to be too long for the pliers, so it looked like it was about to pop out. The two pincers didn't open and close the full range they should have without a little effort. Super annoying. Overall they are below average for the price but for what you get I'll give up to 3 stars if you can get some decent straight/intact.

Pros
  • What you get
Cons
  • You could have chosen a newer model