The Milwaukee 9" Lineman's Pliers with Thread Cleaner (USA) are designed with Power Utility Lineman in mind delivering the easiest cuts and a lasting edge. These pliers are designed with an optimized pivot point to provide the best leverage for tough cuts through materials like ACSR, hard wire, and soft wire. The cutting pliers deliver the confidence of a long cut life and maximum grip with laser-hardened edges. Lineman's Pliers are engineered to deliver the smoothest open and close experience from the start, with no break-in period required. To complete common utility applications with fewer tools, the pliers include an integrated thread cleaner. Pliers are tether ready and offered in both dipped grip with a split-ring hole and comfort grip with a lanyard hole. The Milwaukee Lineman's Pliers are made in USA with best-in-class manufacturing technology and USA-sourced materials, including durable, press-forged steel, and are backed by a complete Lifetime Guarantee.