KNIPEX Cobra XS Mini Water Pump Pliers, 100 mm, 87 00 100

Very pricey but superb quality and design. Despite their tiny size these pliers grip hard, feel unbreakable and open to approx 25mm, so can deal with surprisingly big tasks. While suited to the usual plier jobs like nuts, stubborn fittings or plumbing fixings, these are very precise and could even be used to pull a splinter out or to hold something tiny for working with another tool. They have a place in my mini EDC kit which I carry during my work supervising youth expeditions.

These mini Cobra pliers are proof that size means absolutely nothing when design is done right. The fit is perfect. Compact enough to live in a pocket or pouch, yet instantly confidence inspiring the moment you pick them up. They feel balanced, precise, and ready for work despite their small footprint. Adjustment is effortless and precise. The fine adjustment mechanism works smoothly, letting you set the jaws exactly where you want them with minimal effort. Once locked in, they stay put. The self locking action is outstanding, biting down securely without slipping or needing constant hand pressure. Grip is exceptional for a tool this small. The jaws hold fast, and the handles are comfortable to use even when you are applying real force. There is no sharpness, no awkward pressure points, just controlled strength where you need it. For the quality on offer, the value for money is excellent. This is a professional grade tool in miniature form, built to last and genuinely useful rather than novelty sized. I thank these pliers. My toolkit thanks these pliers. Even stubborn fasteners seem to reconsider their attitude. Long may they bite.

It's tiny so it's uses are limited but it is perfect for the jobs where no other grips will fit. This and the little one Knipex pliers/wrench are part of my EDC kit with my Leatherman Arc.

Great set of pliers, they far outperform their small size. Fit comfortably in a pocket or in a pouch on your belt. Well worth the money.

I am a Knipex fanboi, and have been gradually replacing my tools (mainly bike servicing, a little car and household maintenance including electricals) . If you have seen Knipex Pliers in operation these XS are the same high quality, great pliers, that serve double duty as shifting spanners though they are not as nice as the Knipex Pliers Wrench (100 mm 86 04 100) as the serrated jaws will mar the bolt (but they are much cheaper). As pliers I find them more effective as the jaws are parallel, the harder you pull the tighter they grip. Though the cobra type (serrated teeth) are ideal for any thing you need to dig into for grip if you don't mind scoring the surface but need that extra purchase/torque otherwise go for the other Wrench over the Cobra . This one is tiny, it feels high quality, robust, and can do jobs I wouldn't dare use a similar sized tool from the typical UK household brands. Get it on sale and the price premium isn't that bad. If you get fanboi-ish don't bother with every size, they are so versatile you can skip a few sizes and be able to do any job requiring pliers, this XS one last, for the fiddly jobs in tight spaces or when you want to finish of an EDC tool bag. And remember when you're justifying the cost to yourself take into account the speed and lack of frustration on getting a job done.

Instead of carrying a larger multi-tool (like a leatherman) I have chosen to buy a decent pocket knife and a selection of tools to keep in my pocket. This has worked out cheaper and has left me with better quality items overall. I chose these Knipex pliers to keep in my pocket and they are an excellent choice. They fit in my jeans 5th pocket, with just the tips of the handles poking out. The mouth of this is easy to adjust and it has a wide range of adjustment. The tip is precisie enough to grip smaller items and adjusts wide enough to grip nuts and bolts with ease. The handle may be a little too small to get adequate torque at times, but as long as you are aware of what this is and what it is inteneded for, you should have no complaints. These are well machined, with grip knurling and there are no sharp edges on the teeth etc. These are an excellent everyday carry item and would suppliment a pocket knife well.

I was shown one of these by a friend who was using it instead of a pot lifter while camping. It was so tactile that I had to have one. My job is maintenance in a large school and one or two tools are always in my pocket. I found I was carrying a Swiss Army Knife AND a multi tool, but only ever using the pliers on the latter. Within days of this Knipex arriving, it was my primary first choice for nearly everything. The knife has stayed and the multi tool is now in the hands of somebody else. The one handed operation means those tight spaces at the back of sinks etc are much more accessible and the strength achievable in this tiny wrench has to be experienced to be believed. In the couple of weeks that I’ve owned this remarkable tool, two friends have bought them for themselves and a heating engineer (who prides himself on his Knipex collection) actually borrowed mine for a tight space on the school boiler, and then promptly ordered one there and then. I have seldom been more delighted by the purchase of a tool, it is robust to the point of being nothing short of Mighty. The design is immaculate and a joy to use. It can handle anything up to an inch and slightly more, but can be employed in a huge amount of everyday tasks that would normally involve heading to the tool box. The precision for jobs like retrieving tiny screws which have slipped through to the back of fittings (as I can personally attest) is, I would say in my gushing praise, almost surgical. Highly recommended and an obvious five stars in all categories.

Wanted some small pliers to enable me to undo valve stems on my bicycle, that were sticking due to tubeless sealant, following a thumb injury. These are small and fit easily into a saddle bag as part of a tool kit. Cheaper alternatives are out there, but when I can afford it I'll always try to buy quality, and that's what these are. Versatile tool for what our American cousins call an EDC.

So strong and yet so light. Will disappear in your pocket. A bit pricey. Excellent if offered around ₹1000/-.

De calidad y muy compactas pero prácticas.

The KNIPEX Cobra XS Mini Water Pump Pliers are a game-changer! At just 100mm, they’re incredibly compact yet offer impressive power, handling nuts and pipes. The self-locking mechanism is secure, and the fine adjustment button makes it easy to adjust the jaws quickly. Despite their small size, they provide excellent leverage and strength, making them perfect for my EDC kit. Whether for plumbing or general tasks, these pliers are a must-have in any toolkit!

Perfekt för små utrymmen.

Bites tightly onto small things and even smaller things. Great little tool to EDC.