Heavy-duty tool works better on heavier gauge wires. Slightly difficult to adjust and probably better suited for industrial use. The Vise-Grip brand is probably one of the most recognized trade names ...

The world would be a far less efficient place without Vise-Grip locking pliers.A Danish immigrant blacksmith named William Petersen patented the concept in 1924 and started a family business that ...

Why You Want One: A vise is handy for all manner of repairs and projects. Mounted on your workbench, it holds metal firmly in position while you cut it, grind it, file it, or cut threads in it or on ...

The world would be a far less efficient place without Vise-Grip locking pliers. A Danish immigrant blacksmith named William Petersen patented the concept in 1924 and started a family business that ...

VISE-GRIP GROOVELOCK PLIERS are now available with two new jaw configurations, smooth and straight. The pliers feature a press-and-slide button allowing the lower jaw to be quickly adjusted for a ...

Vintage Vise-Grips made in the original factory in DeWitt, NE are identified by “Petersen Manufacturing, DeWitt, NEBR” in the logo and by a roll pin that attaches the release handle. Newer Vise-Grips ...

“An outstanding tool that makes handling electrical work a breeze.” Right now, the Irwin Vise-Grip Wire Strippers are on sale for just $19, and they’re a favorite among professionals and DIYers for ...

Locking pliers are the indispensable hand tool that loosen bolts with stripped heads, clamp two pieces of metal together for any reason. They most often come into play whenever you’re trying to repair ...

Nail Jack Tools, an Idaho-based company, is moving forward with plans to use the former Irwin Tools Vise-Grip factory in DeWitt, possibly with help from someone to share the plant. Three-hundred and ...

DeWITT — For the 84 years that Vise-Grip tools have been manufactured here, it’s been difficult to tell where the town ends and the business begins. The brick sign welcoming visitors the Saline County ...

A mural featuring DeWitt landmarks welcomes visitors to the southeast Nebraska town, home of the Eagle Grip factory. Eagle Grip tools are now produced in the former Vise-Grip plant. “These tools are ...