KNIPEX Tools is the world's largest manufacturer of professional pliers since 1882. KNIPEX Pliers, Cutters, Insulated Tools and other products have been the tools of choice for Professional Tradesmen and end users who are serious about their hand tools and demand industrial quality. KNIPEX Tools are made from start to finish utilizing the highest quality materials. Based in Germany, KNIPEX Tools are German engineered to produce a tool unmatched in the industry in terms of features, comfort, design and performance. The KNIPEX 8 in. Insulated Long Nose Pliers feature distortion-tolerant, elastic precision tips that are stable even when twisted. Long half-round pointed jaws. With additionally hardened cutting edges (hardness approximately 61 HRC) for soft, medium-hard and hard wire. Vanadium electric steel- forged, oil-hardened.