The Faithfull Slip Joint Water Pump Pliers are suitable for gripping pipes, nuts, bolts and irregularly shaped objects. The offset jaws are angled to ensure a positive action and apply extra power when leverage and grip are applied. The sliding pivot & lsquoslip-joint&rsquo on the lower jaw enables rapid adjustment to seven pre-set positions, give the advantage of a wide range of jaw openings up to 60mm, without the distance in the handle growing wider making them difficult to grip. The long handle design provides increased leverage for a positive grip. Manufactured from chrome vanadium steel with vinyl soft feel coating for user comfort.