Review on Tronex Model 713 Pliers Smooth by Nicole Mcleod

I have to admit that while I enjoy using these pliers and have already bought a new pair, I am very disappointed in their durability given the price. I make chain mail and of course I have to use 2 pliers at the same time. I keep them in my dominant hand for use, while the other pair I've been using since I started learning is a cheap $10 pair (a popular "B" brand pair that's already lasted three times as long has like trones). . I was recently working on a small piece and one of the tips literally snapped off it - something that has NEVER happened to me - let alone the most expensive pliers I've ever bought. Needless to say I was incredibly disappointed. However, I live in a rural area and almost always have to resort to online shopping for my supplies. I bought another pair just for the ergonomic grips which are great for my arthritic hands. I also have double tendinitis in my lead arm. so they are very comfortable for me. If you had asked me last week I would have given you 5*; However, I used small 5mm rings and the tip just snapped off like they were plastic. I was really confused. For the price I believe they should last longer than they do.