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Articulated hand tools

Slip-joint pliers

Slip-joint pliers: Grips or turns varied objects within the tool's limits. Accepted recognition cues: two-position sliding pivot and general-purpose gripping jaws.

An original black line illustration showing two-position sliding pivot and general-purpose gripping jaws; no brand or scale claim.
An original black line illustration showing two-position sliding pivot and general-purpose gripping jaws; no brand or scale claim.
Primary use
Grips or turns varied objects within the tool's limits.
Recognition cues
two-position sliding pivot; general-purpose gripping jaws
Evidence
Strong entry-level support
Scope
Supported for the entry-level series
Practice status
Eligible for the released text-question format.

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