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 ...

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We earn commissions from purchases you make using links in our articles. Learn more. The most useful tool you never learned much about. “^$@&%*!!!” That’s the sound of you as you drop a bolt (again) ...