Review on Hobart 770150 Multi Function Welding Pliers by George Scoles

Decided to risk it because of the coupon but immediately regretted it. The quality of this item is very unsatisfactory and more in line with what you might get from a $2 tool kit from a local Chinese crap dealer. The handles are very small in length and diameter compared to most MIG style pliers including other Chinese made pliers. The workmanship is rough, with a rough finish, a rough working hinge and a weak spring. There is only a hint of texture on the outside of the pliers tongs, so they are useless for cleaning the inside of the MIG nozzle. Eventually, there was a fairly dense layer of dark oil that seeped into the paper wrapper, leaving a dirty stain that immediately signaled "junk inside." This is almost a third world product masquerading as a branded instrument. Shame on you Miller Electric for allowing the once proud name of Hobart to be associated with an instrument of such low caliber.