After 5 years of experience with this tool I can confidently recommend you to BUY this tool NOW. LOT.It has a strong grip for jerking and left-handed movements. It's even durable and heavy enough that I've used it as a light hammer. If you're really desperate, you can use a band clamp to turn it into a ghetto vise. This is another one of those tools you NEED NOW, but that's another story. The handles are comfortable, non-slip and easy to clean. This is very important in order to grab everything