Function and Size: This is a 10-inch (approximately 254mm) pliers tool designed for installing and removing both single-ear and double-ear hose clamps, with a maximum jaw opening of about 1.15 inches (29mm). Material and Construction: The tool is made from chromium-vanadium alloy steel, a material that is often used for hand tools. It is manufactured through a forging process intended to provide strength and hardness. Jaw Design: The jaws of the pliers are thin and pointed, a design intended to allow access to the locking ears of clamps in confined spaces. This design aims to facilitate the installation and removal of clamps. Handle Design: The handles are coated with a PVC material. This coating is intended to provide a grip surface. The handles are straight and of a length designed to provide leverage during use. Application: This multifunction tool is used for working with ear-type clamps, commonly found on automotive cooling system hoses, fuel lines, and other fluid connections. It can also be used for pulling nails and cutting light gauge iron wire., Manufacturer: LPAYBCFO