Side Cutter Parallel Action Plier

General Gripping and FlatteningPosition your workpiece: Place flat items, sheet metal, or components anywhere between the smooth or serrated jaw surfaces.Apply squeeze pressure: Squeeze the handles together. The compound mechanism distributes pressure uniformly across the entire length of the jaw face, ensuring the material won't skid out or get crushed at a single pinch point.

Straightening wire: Grip wire, jump rings, or earring fittings firmly and slide the tool along the length to smooth out crimps and kinks effortlessly.

. Using the V-Groove (Visible in the Top Inset Circle)Secure round stock: Place a rod, heavy wire, or thick cable down into the machined V-slot running along the inner center of the jaws.Clamp or manipulate: Squeeze to securely clamp the round stock on three sides, preventing it from twisting or skidding while you file, drill, or bend it.