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Mac VP · 02-16-2026, 06:44 AM

We ordered a pair last week and used them in the shop this weekend. Both Will and I tested them (multiple times myself) and were pleasantly surprised with the results. I still suspect that I may want to order another pair and grind the tips for a skinnier profile, but honestly I think that they worked well as-is. The wider handles are more comfortable for the hands when exerting more pressure. We used our Amazon Prime account to buy the tool so for $21.00 and free shipping I think it was a good buy. We’ll see how they last over time but for now it’s definitely a thumbs up from me.

Tim Ayers · 02-16-2026, 07:51 AM

Same here, Mac. I was never happy with the Craftsman version. Mine should arrive this week.

rockfla · 02-16-2026, 08:23 AM

I bought two pair, the #1409 & the 1407 which is the "thinner" tipped. The 1407's worked better IMO, they can actually fit in the groove of the lock ring for a better bite. Will be ordering the 1408's now so I will have ALL three versions!!!!

Dan McEachern · 02-28-2026, 03:10 PM

Check McMaster -Carr. I bought some snap ring pliers from them and they were top quality tools. Might not have what you want, but its worth a look. if you call them, they will tell you who the manufacturer is. Good folks to deal with.

02-16-2026, 06:44 AM	#21
Mac VP Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 1,465	Re: What brand recommendation for lock ring pliers We ordered a pair last week and used them in the shop this weekend. Both Will and I tested them (multiple times myself) and were pleasantly surprised with the results. I still suspect that I may want to order another pair and grind the tips for a skinnier profile, but honestly I think that they worked well as-is. The wider handles are more comfortable for the hands when exerting more pressure. We used our Amazon Prime account to buy the tool so for $21.00 and free shipping I think it was a good buy. We’ll see how they last over time but for now it’s definitely a thumbs up from me. __________________ VANPELT SALES LLC Cincinnati, Ohio Office: 513-724-9486 www.vanpeltsales.com www.classictransmission.com

02-16-2026, 07:51 AM	#22
Tim Ayers Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: NJ Posts: 7,226	Re: What brand recommendation for lock ring pliers Same here, Mac. I was never happy with the Craftsman version. Mine should arrive this week.

02-16-2026, 08:23 AM	#23
rockfla Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Jacksonville FL Posts: 5,164	Re: What brand recommendation for lock ring pliers I bought two pair, the #1409 & the 1407 which is the "thinner" tipped. The 1407's worked better IMO, they can actually fit in the groove of the lock ring for a better bite. Will be ordering the 1408's now so I will have ALL three versions!!!!

02-28-2026, 03:10 PM	#24
Dan McEachern Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 272	Re: What brand recommendation for lock ring pliers Check McMaster -Carr. I bought some snap ring pliers from them and they were top quality tools. Might not have what you want, but its worth a look. if you call them, they will tell you who the manufacturer is. Good folks to deal with.