Thanks Pen :laughing:

Can these grip moles? :laughing:

I know this isn't my usual drunk kind of advice, but sometimes you can get a skin pinch (won't use my mam's term here!) from the little "flicky" release handle on these and if you get a cheapy rubber band and wrap it around the lower and 'flicky' handle it keeps them together. I know this makes no sense until you've used them and got the nip a few times and shouted all the bricklayers' "hallelujahs and glories" when it happens. This post will get NO likes. It's too esoteric.

Anyone who doesn't think this is a good deal needs to get a grip

Thanks Pen :laughing:

Cold - not Irwin Vice Grips ;-)

OK grips, got them last time they were this price.

Cheers .
Ideal for general DIY use.

Nice and cheap, heat added

I use these - they are just fine.

Can these grip moles? :laughing:

Fantastic price. Heated.

S/he was clearly joking, hence the wink smiley :smiley:

just picked some up for the odd occasion I might need a set. Downside is that the very top of the jaws don't have the serrations/grips it's just flat jaw... which isnt very useful for gripping rounded off screw heads etc. just something to bear in mind.

but at this price point they seem good value for money! even at the original price.

I have this set and they are OK.......... for the money. My only real gripe is minor, but sometimes the release handle does not 'sit' properly, therefore will not release.

Welcome to the internet, where the winky face implies sarcasm / tongue in cheek. Good lord...

can moles grip these??

These make decent hammers as well.

Anyone who doesn't think this is a good deal needs to get a grip

Got these last time...at a fiver they're not bad value, however they are quite soft - I have dented the jaws locking them onto rounded screw heads, and if you try to twist straight on the jaws come out of alignment and slip off the screw. Worth the price but not very heavy duty.

Lidl have a different set of 3 for the same price, in store from 11th May
https://www.lidl.co.uk/en/Non-Food-Offers.htm?articleId=2892

I know this isn't my usual drunk kind of advice, but sometimes you can get a skin pinch (won't use my mam's term here!) from the little "flicky" release handle on these and if you get a cheapy rubber band and wrap it around the lower and 'flicky' handle it keeps them together. I know this makes no sense until you've used them and got the nip a few times and shouted all the bricklayers' "hallelujahs and glories" when it happens. This post will get NO likes. It's too esoteric.

i've had a fair few pairs of these, they are rubbish!, cheap cast metal which fail when you try to clamp anything really tight.

Honestly save your money and get something better.

Cheap for a reason!

They will be good for cracking some nuts

Thanks OP. I ordered them last time they were on sale. Just ordered some more, you can never have too many
tools !. One for the Car , one for home. .

Everyone should have a pair of mole grips, they are so useful. Like having a third hand when working on cars, plumbing...

I need a set of tools for DIY plumbing. What tools do I need to buy?

also at lidl ATM. includes c clamp type.

What's better, these or waterpump pliers? Also, what's the average plier size for day to day DIY - 10 or 12 inch?

As the Actress said to the Bishop?

Rubbish quality you get what you pay for

These are great if you can't get a dentist appointment..

He was being sarcastic....lol

This is a really "gripping" offer :wink:

Just collected mine. Thanks PF. Just in time

These are ok for the money, but the jaws twist and don't lock that great.
I would recommend the Irwin ones, proper brand that will last and jaws don't twist

Worst quality tool worst than poundland