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Soft Jaw Pliers - Soft Jaw Spring Action Wrench
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SKU: 100015337
Overview
Built for careful gunsmithing tasks, this spring-action wrench is designed to help reduce marring when working on firearms. It is well suited for inspections, cleaning, polishing, and parts installation where controlled contact matters. The soft jaws are secured with a small Phillips head screw and can be replaced if damaged, adding practical serviceability to the tool. Model 95680 includes 2 replacement jaws.
Why Hunters Choose the Best Way Tools
Soft Jaws
Help prevent marring during gunsmith
Useful Inspections,
Cleaning, polishing, and parts installation
Replaceable Jaws
A small Phillips head screw
Includes Two
Replacement jaws for added serviceability
Spring Action
Design supports controlled use during
Key Features
- Soft jaws help prevent marring during gunsmith work.
- Suitable for inspections, cleaning, polishing, and parts installation.
- Spring-action wrench design supports controlled handling.
- Soft jaws are secured with a small Phillips head screw.
- Jaws are easily replaceable if damaged.
- Includes 2 replacement jaws.
Best Used For
- Gunsmiths needing a non-marring tool for inspections and parts installation
- Users performing cleaning or polishing where surface protection matters
- Workshops that want replaceable soft jaws for continued use
- Anyone handling firearm components during careful maintenance tasks
Specifications
| Included Replacement Jaws | 2 |
|---|---|
| Jaw Retention | Small phillips head screw |
| Marring Prevention | Yes |
| Replaceable Jaws | Yes |
| Soft Jaws | Yes |
| Use Cases | Inspections, cleaning, polishing, parts installation |
Pros
- Soft jaws help prevent marring during gunsmith work and parts handling.
- Useful for inspections, cleaning, polishing, and parts installation tasks.
- Replaceable jaws are secured with a small Phillips head screw.
- Includes two replacement jaws for added serviceability.
- Spring action design supports controlled use during shop work.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed for gunsmith work and similar tasks, so it is more specialized than general-purpose pliers.
- The soft jaws are replaceable, which is useful, but it also means the jaws are a wear part that may need attention over time.
- The included replacement jaws are listed as 2, so additional replacements would need to be sourced separately if needed.
Suggested Comparisons
- Gunsmithing pliers
- Bench tools for firearm maintenance
- Inspection and cleaning tools
- Parts installation tools
Suggested Accessories
- Gunsmithing mat
- Cleaning kit
- Parts tray
- Replacement jaws
Frequently Asked Questions
What are these soft jaw pliers used for?
They are intended for gunsmith work where reducing marring matters, including inspections, cleaning, polishing, and parts installation.
How are the soft jaws secured?
The soft jaws are held in place by a small Phillips head screw.
Can the jaws be replaced if they wear out or get damaged?
Yes. The product description says the soft jaws are easily replaceable if damaged, and the listed specs note that model 95680 includes 2 replacement jaws.
Who makes this tool?
The manufacturer listed is Best Way Tools.
Does the product listing provide material, size, or performance specifications for the pliers?
No. The provided data does not include material, size, or detailed performance specifications beyond the soft-jaw design and the included replacement jaws.