These BLACK+DECKER pliers are used in the workshop. I wasn't sure what to expect from them even though I bought a lot of Black and Decker stuff. I am pleased to report that these are excellent quality pliers. I was afraid they were cheap Chinese instruments with cheap chrome. They will last me for years and the quality is not limited to the tool itself, the handles have a non-slip grip and this handle is not just a plastic liner that slides over the handles. This is a coating that is applied to the handles so you don't have to worry about them slipping or folding like you do with cheap tools. I could go on and on about the qualities of these pliers, but the main thing is that it's a quality tool. that will accompany me for many years.