KNIPEX Tools 87 51 250 Cobra ES Extra-Slim Pump Pliers, 10-Inch

I am thrilled with the new Cobra extra slims. They have saved me some frustration several times already in the first couple of weeks. The build quality is excellent just as I knew it would be from this brand. Fit, grip, and versatility exceeds my expectations which are already high for knipex. Some tools are more than worth the extra cost….this is one of those.

The cobra pliers were already a homerun and then they make this pair. A little slimmer, and bang just like that you have 10” of tool that can get into some tight places. Like water tight. These pliers are of course a one handed operation meaning they're easy to use. The sharp lines and comfortable grips allow for greater accuracy when working “tiiiiight”! You’re gonna buy these and you’ll notice they aren’t a cheap pair of the competitions par performing channies. The price will reflect the quality but your kids are gonna see the value for the money when one day they don’t have to buy a pair of their own, know what I’m sayin? You’re welcome and remember friend, if it ain't tight, it ain't right! Why dont you wedge yourself in there? Get a little quality german style!

This is a nice improvement on the standard Knipex Cobra Pliers. In addition to having thinner jaws to get into tighter places, they added a groove parallel with the teeth on the bottom jaw, and one centered lengthwise on the top jaws; for grabbing pins, hose clamps, etc. >> Note: Some photos in the listing don't show the correct jaw configuration with these grooves. See my review photo. >> My old Cobra Pliers have been indestructible, and these appear to be made from the same super-strong chrome vanadin steel (teeth hardened to 61 HRC). I didn't think Knipex Cobra pliers could get any better....whodathunk!! Nice job Knipex!

If you've been wanting to try a pair of Knipex pliers try these, they won't disappoint. I've been using these pliers for about a month now and I can confidently say they have lived up to the Knipex hype and are well worth the price. The low profile design of the head fits into tight spaces with ease and the pointed jaws allow you to grasp items that other pliers just can't. Most recently this feature came in handy when removing the cone washers that help retain the upper bearing cap on the steering knuckles of a Toyota solid front axle. The cone washer sits in a well in the knuckle and over time it sticks to the stud making it difficult to remove. The narrow pointed jaws of these pliers were able to grasp the dime thick portion of the cone washer sticking out of the well and I was able to twist and wiggle it breaking it free and more easily removing it. As with the rest of the Cobra line these pliers are easily adjusted with a push button mechanism that has a finer and in my opinion much better design than a traditional slip groove plier. The steel used to cast these pliers seems to be of very high quality, far superior to Chinese and even most American tool steel. The teeth of these pliers are exceptionally sharp and have proven very durable, they bite into grade 8 fasteners and hardened castings and do not release until you do. I've turned bolts as large as 3/4in and never did I feel the handle flex or twist even under my full 180lb body weight. I can not say the same about other pliers I've owned. I'm thoroughly impressed and high recommend these pliers.

My favorite Knipex pliers and obviously my favorite overall. I have about 10-15 Knipex, Vampliers, Engineer.... Different types for different purposes. These are thin will get into tighter spaces than most pliers.

Great quality tool. Love it. Worth the price.

First off if you're new to Knipex, they are amazing and worth every penny. More or less everything they make is amazing and will be the best for a specific design (e.g. needle nose pliers) and that includes Snap On. So it's really high praise to say that these might be my favorite set of Knipex Pliers, as I am fortunate to own 16 different sets of theirs. Much like everything they make, they are extremely durable and I have no concerns about them ever breaking as I don't remember even reading a review over a broken product they make let alone have one break on me. The adjusting mechanism is brilliant as it's the same one they use on multiple designs (which isn't a bad thing) . The reason I like these so much is that the head geometry, as they act very similar to needle nose pliers, but are easier to get much higher bite. If you can only own one set of their pliers the "classic" design is the way to go, these IMO are a close second. Highly recommend. Edit: My Knipex collection has spiraled a little out of control (see pics if you want to see what I'm "comparing" it too), but still consider this to be my favorite set. At least for automotive use, I just find myself using these constantly. Also the rack I keep them on is the "Pliers Rack II"

Used about every other brand in my career… these are hands down the best option out there for the money. Quality is too notch and the jaw design prevent them from slipping

Third from the left in the attached photo. This is the 2025 model of the ES water pump pliers. The older model is very very different and does not have a groove on the jaws! I was very pleased to see that this is in fact the latest model at the time of writing. The listing photo is incorrect since it’s a photo of the old model.

Great product, and quality is just amazing

Não precisa dizer nada do melhor fabricante de alicates do mundo, recomendadíssimo, este modelo em específico é ideal para torque em pouco espaço, um alicate bomba d'agua com perfil estreito e mordentes planos para parafusos e porcas.

La pinza es muy robusta, en términos de calidad y materiales, la forma de la tenaza permite alcanzar lugares complicados y sujetar con firmeza, el agarre es bueno y la forma “cobra” de knipex permite trabajar con mayor comodidad, es un imperdible de cualquier caja de herramientas.

Esse modelo não possui aqueles entalhe nas pinças do alicate, é confuso porque o código do produto é o mesmo para os dois modelos de pinças. Fora isso o alicate tem uma excelente qualidade, recomendo.